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Frequently Asked Questions:

• How many Property Investor jobs are available on Pertemps?

  There are 202 Property Investor jobs available on Pertemps right now.

• What does a Property Investor do?

  Property developers buy land and premises, finance deals, order construction projects and orchestrate the process of development. They purchase a tract of land, decide on a marketing strategy, and develop the building programme. Developers must obtain legal approval and financing. When the project is finished, they may lease, manage, or sell the property.

  Tasks required include:

  • Determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements.
  • Manages general upkeep, maintenance and security of the estate’s amenities.
  • Makes sure that the amenities meet health and safety standards and legal requirements.
  • Oversees the support services of a business, such as catering, IT, utilities and physical environment.
  • Advises on energy efficiency.
  • Discusses client’s requirements and may advise client on the purchase of property and land for investment and other purposes.
  • Conducts or arranges for structural surveys of properties and undertakes any necessary valuations of property or agricultural land, and deals with grant and subsidy applications.
  • Negotiates land or property purchases and sales or leases and tenancy agreements and arranges legal formalities with solicitors, building societies and other parties.
  • Maintains or arranges for the maintenance of estate accounts and records and produces financial forecasts.
  • Acts as arbiter in disputes between landlord and tenant and ensures that both fulfil their legal obligations.
  • Examines and assesses housing applications, advises on rent levels, investigates complaints and liaises with tenants’ association and social workers to resolve any family problems.

• What are the entry requirements for a Property Investor?

  There are no formal academic requirements, although entrants usually possess a BTEC/SQA award, a degree or equivalent qualification. Apprenticeships are available in some areas. Many employers expect the attainment of membership to a relevant professional body.