Property Portfolio Manager

Heveningham, Suffolk, IP19

The employer

Wilderness Reserve is an 8000-acre estate of woodland, lakes and rolling pasture, sprinkled with an eclectic collection of historic and traditional Suffolk properties. Lovingly restored by artisans, each home has unique character.

From the grand Grade II listed manor house and restored 15th century barn, to charming, thatched cottages and romantic retreats, Wilderness Reserve is a long-term conservation and restoration project - protecting English nature and breathing new life into historic properties. It is unlike anything or any place you’ve ever been before.

The job

As Property Portfolio Manager you will be responsible for overseeing and significantly enhancing bookings via third-party booking platforms. You'll ensure listings are kept updated and fresh, liaising with the videography team to utilise the latest imagery and content.
You'll foster strong relationships with booking aggregators, travel agencies, and luxury hospitality partners to maximise exposure, proactively identify and attend industry events to network and promote the Wilderness Reserve brand, and implement effective sales strategies aimed at increasing bookings and occupancy rates whilst managing accounts meticulously, ensuring excellent client relations and repeat business.

What you'll need

A motivated individual with proven experience in sales, account management, and ideally luxury hospitality.
Exceptional networking skills, capable of representing the Wilderness Reserve at industry events.
A commercially-minded individual focused on driving growth and maximising bookings.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with an aptitude for building lasting professional relationships.
A proactive self-starter able to operate independently, yet collaboratively within our ambitious team.
A full UK driving licence and transport due to rural location

Where you'll be based

Based in modern open-plan offices in a stunning location in Heveningham

What you'll receive

£30,000 - £35,000 per annum dependent on experience
Working Monday-Friday 9am-6pm (office-based, no hybrid working offered)
28 days annual leave

Find out more

To discuss this position in more detail, please send your CV to martin@martin-salter.com or call 07983 967143.

All communication will be treated in complete confidence.