Apprentice Portfolio Manager

BUTTERCROSS ESTATES LIMITED

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE (NG24 2TN)

Closes in 20 days (Monday 30 March 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 9 March 2026

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Summary

A dynamic apprenticeship where no two days are the same. You'll handle enquiries, conduct viewings, negotiate offers, reference applicants, carry out inspections, update landlords, and coordinate maintenance building key skills for a successful career in property.

 

Wage

£16,575 a year

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Training course
Housing and property management (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 5.30pm and one hour for lunch.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 1 May 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Handle phone and email enquiries from tenants and landlords
  • Conduct property viewings and showcase available homes
  • Assist with negotiating offers between tenants and landlords
  • Complete applicant referencing and support tenancy setup
  • Carry out routine property inspections and record findings
  • Coordinate maintenance and repairs with contractors
  • Keep landlords updated on property issues, viewings, and applications
  • Maintain accurate records and update internal systems
  • Provide excellent customer service to tenants and landlords
  • Support the wider lettings team with day‑to‑day operations

Where you'll work

NEWARK BEACON
CAFFERATA WAY
NEWARK
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE
NG24 2TN

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY LIMITED

Training course

Housing and property management (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Customer Service: Apply a range of customer service skills in order to provide a professional, accurate, timely, ethical and non-judgemental front line service which meets the needs of a diverse range of customers and stakeholders
  • Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication skills to enable timely identification and/or resolution of issues for customers and appropriate signposting to other colleagues and/or partner agencies.
  • Collaborative working: Work collaboratively with colleagues and partners to achieve individual, team and business targets.
  • Respond to vulnerability: Use skill and judgment to understand the needs of vulnerable individuals and groups(including those with complex needs) and respond appropriately
  • Information collection and sharing: Use a variety of methods to identify, collect and communicate technical and other information in a confident and effective manner.
  • Influencing and negotiating skills: Influence and negotiate with customers, partners and suppliers.
  • Self Management: Organise and plan their own work to ensure tasks are completed and deadlines met.
  • Problem Solving: Use a problem solving and flexible approach in their day to day duties.
  • Tools and Equipment: Effective use of IT equipment and software, through administration and the appropriate use of work equipment
  • Decision making: Effective decision making in order to apply the businesses objectives and priorities.

Training schedule

  • You will attend 6-8 weekly online workshops to complete your course
  • You will also receive dedicated one to one support each month

More training information

  • Training will be provided by The Learning Foundry
  • You will attend online classes every 6-8 weeks
  • You will complete written assignments, take part in professional discussions and provide witness testomonies. 
  • You will be given one to one support 
  • You will also compplete a presentation for your End Point Assessment at the end of your 18 month pratical period

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C (4))

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Mathematics (grade C (4))

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working

Other requirements


A genuine interest in property, lettings, or customer service

Confident communication skills (both written and verbal)

Friendly, professional, and able to build positive relationships

Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

Willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities

Strong attention to detail when completing paperwork or inspections

Basic IT skills (email, calendars, CRM systems or willingness to learn)

Positive attitude and a proactive, problem‑solving approach

Ability to work well in a team and follow guidance from managers

Reliability, good timekeeping, and a commitment to completing the apprenticeship

About this employer

An award winning estate and letting agent based in Newark providing high quality customer service to clients.

After this apprenticeship

  • As a sales and letting agency we have opportunities in property management, sales negotiators and progression

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE LEARNING FOUNDRY LIMITED

Wendy Cavaliere

wendy.cavaliere@thelearningfoundry.co.uk

07971313462

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000019996.

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Closes in 20 days (Monday 30 March 2026 at 11:59pm)