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The Administrative Assistant – Property Management will provide comprehensive support to the Manager – Property Management in the daily execution of assigned duties, ensuring tasks are completed consistently to the required standard. The role requires delivering a high level of administrative support while maintaining a thorough knowledge of all properties under contract with Barbados Sotheby’s International Realty (BSIR), as well as the company’s products and service offerings.
Job Responsibility:
Assists the Manager – Property Management with the planning and organising of Property Management events and meetings
Monitors the diary or calendar of the Manager- Property Management and schedules or reschedules appointments/events/meetings
Communicates meeting requests for departmental meetings to the Property Management Team
Circulates invitations to meetings and monitors replies
Guided by the service quality standards in support of the Sotheby’s International Realty brand
Provides feedback on locations in the sequence of service requiring improvements
Receives all mail delivered to the BSIR office, sorts and delivers or files it
Maintains a log of all cheques handed to the front desk for collection
Provides telephone support to the Property Management Department
Receives invoices and correspondence for the Property Management Department and distributes or files them
Drafts correspondence on behalf of the Property Management Department
Supports the takeover/handover of properties by writing and submitting transfer letters
Conducts general note-taking in Property Management meetings
Ensures that all Property Management materials are stocked and replenished
Maintains a file of job applications received for the department
Monitors attendance and flags recurring trends of absence
Maintains the notice/bulletin board with current company news
Creates folders on the public server for individual properties and monitors information storage
Maintains a physical file for each property managed by BSIR
Updates the Master Property Inventory list
Maintains a file of all Property Management contracts and informs the Manager when renewal is required
Ensures the Property Management logbooks for each property are inspected once a month
Provides relief support for assigned Property Management functions during periods of absence
Responds to routine owner, guest, and service-provider enquiries
Undertakes basic coordination of maintenance and service requests
Assists with the preparation and issuing of routine correspondence related to property operations
Updates property records, logs, and files accurately during relief coverage
Supports check-in, check-out, and general occupancy processes where required
Documents and promptly reports any incidents, complaints, or service failures
Is fully aware of and adheres to all emergency procedures and assists team members and guests during times of emergency
Reports any faults with computer systems, tools, or equipment
Carries out any reasonable requests made by the Manager- Property Management
Monitors the smooth function of the Property Management department in the absence of the Manager
Maintains positive client relations (internal and external) at all times
Requirements:
A minimum of five (5) CXC passes at General Proficiency, including Mathematics, English Language, and Office Procedures
A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in an administrative role
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to give and take direction and to interface with decision makers professionally
Ability to maintain confidentiality and prevent disclosure of sensitive information
Ability to interact with and possess a general understanding of culturally diverse clients from various markets
Good written and oral communication skills
Excellent organization skills
Ability to multitask while performing each task with accuracy and speed
Ability to meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
Must always possess a pleasant demeanor
Nice to have:
A Diploma or professional certificate in Secretarial Studies or Electronic Data Preparation and Management (EDPM) from an accredited institution would be an asset
Previous experience in the hospitality industry would be an asset