Account Manager – Use Your Property Management Experience Without the Weekend Inspections Are you an experienced Property Manager who's ready for a change? You've spent years juggling landlords, tenants, maintenance requests, urgent phone calls and impossible deadlines. You know how property management works, you know what great service looks like, and you know how important reliable trades are. Now it's time to use those skills in a role where you're appreciated, supported, and have real opportunities to grow. About Us Local Group is one of Victoria's largest maintenance providers, delivering plumbing, electrical, heating & cooling, roofing, garage doors and compliance services to thousands of rental properties every month. We work alongside some of the state's leading real estate agencies and pride ourselves on making their lives easier. We're looking for an experienced Account Manager who understands the fast-paced world of property management because you've lived it. Why This Role Is Perfect for Former Property Managers You'll already understand: The urgency of maintenance requests. How to communicate with landlords and tenants. What Property Managers need from their trades. How to prioritise competing jobs. Why clear communication is everything. Instead of managing a portfolio, you'll become the trusted point of contact for our agency clients, ensuring maintenance jobs are managed from start to finish. Your Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of real estate agencies. Build strong relationships with Property Managers. Coordinate maintenance works across multiple trades. Follow jobs through from booking to completion. Keep clients updated every step of the way. Resolve issues quickly and professionally. Work closely with our scheduling and operations teams. What We're Looking For ✔ Previous experience as a Property Manager (essential) ✔ Excellent communication skills ✔ Strong organisation and time management ✔ Ability to manage multiple priorities ✔ A genuine passion for customer service ✔ Positive attitude and team-first mindset What You'll Get Monday to Friday role. No routine inspections. No lease renewals. No VCAT hearings. No after-hours emergencies. Ongoing training and career progression. Supportive team environment. Modern office with great culture. Competitive salary plus performance incentives. Why You'll Love It This is the perfect opportunity to stay in an industry you know and enjoy, while leaving behind many of the stresses that come with managing a rental portfolio. Your experience will be valued from day one, and you'll be joining a company that genuinely invests in its people and promotes from within.
