Assistant Property Manager | Build-to-Rent

Join the team at Assemble Sydney as our Assistant Property Manager, where you'll help create an exceptional experience for residents from their very first enquiry through to everyday living. In this role, you will: 

• Support the resident journey from enquiry through to move-in and beyond.
• Respond to resident and prospect enquiries via phone, email and online platforms.
• Process applications, prepare lease documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with lease renewals and day-to-day property management administration.
• Coordinate and monitor maintenance requests, ensuring timely follow-up.
• Provide exceptional customer service by resolving resident enquiries and supporting digital platforms.
• Work closely with the onsite team to deliver a welcoming, connected community.
• Contribute to leasing and occupancy targets through a proactive, resident-first approach.

• Experience in property management, residential leasing, Build-to-Rent, real estate or a customer-focused role.
• Strong administration and organisational skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• A proactive mindset and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities.
• Confidence using property management systems, CRM platforms and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certificate IV in Real Estate Practice (VIC) - essential. 
• Unrestricted Australian working rights and a valid National Police Check.

More than just a place to live, Assemble Sydney has been thoughtfully designed to create a connected community where residents feel at home from day one.

Located in the heart of Coburg, this architecturally designed Build-to-Rent community brings together contemporary apartments, activated retail spaces and beautifully landscaped communal areas that encourage connection, wellbeing and everyday convenience. Residents enjoy thoughtfully designed shared spaces, vibrant streetscapes and the comfort of living in a community built with people at its centre.

You'll help shape an exceptional resident experience for an organisation committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes that are affordable, inclusive and designed for the long term. Backed by a purpose to make housing fairer and more accessible, Assemble is redefining what renting can be - creating neighbourhoods where people can genuinely belong.

Working with Essence Communities: 

At Essence Communities, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We cultivate an environment where your contribution is recognised, and excellence is celebrated.
  
We offer:

• A high-performance, values-led culture
• Opportunities to influence a rapidly expanding national platform
• Exclusive travel and lifestyle benefits
• A connected, engaged and purpose-driven community
• Exclusive travel privileges, with preferred rates across Essence Hotels & Apartments
• Rewarding referral recognition, with up to $1,000 for introducing exceptional talent to our growing teams.

If you're looking to grow your career in Build-to-Rent with an organisation that's passionate about people, community and creating places residents love to call home, apply now.

We can't wait to hear from you.

Essence Communities is part of the UniLodge Living Group. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.
  
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.