Property Sourcing Assistant

A specialized UK property investment firm is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and analytical Property Assistant, 3 hours a day to start. This is a "right-hand" support role designed for a professional who can manage the daily administrative and research-heavy tasks required to keep a property portfolio growing. You will act as the operational bridge between property sourcing and final completion. This requires someone who is not just following instructions, but is proactive in identifying great deals and independent enough to push transactions through the legal pipeline. The ideal candidate has a strong work ethic, a sharp eye for detail, and the communication skills necessary to interact professionally with UK-based estate agents and solicitors. Key Responsibilities Proactive Property Sourcing: Conduct daily targeted searches on Rightmove and Zoopla based on specific investment criteria. You will identify high-potential leads, run initial "comps" to verify market value, and present shortlists for review. Case Progression Support: Assist in driving property transactions from offer to completion. You will follow up with solicitors and agents, update the status of each "case," and ensure all parties are meeting their deadlines. Workflow & Task Management: Take full ownership of ClickUp, ensuring every project task is logged, updated, and organized. You will keep the "big picture" clear so that no deal stalls due to administrative oversight. Analytical Record Keeping: Maintain a meticulous Google Drive filing system. You will organize due diligence reports, property photos, and legal documents with a high level of attention to detail. Administrative Assistance: Use Gmail and Google Search to coordinate meetings, research local area demographics, and manage professional correspondence with UK stakeholders. Content & Briefing Support: Leverage ChatGPT to help draft property descriptions, professional emails, or summaries of research findings. Requirements Property Sourcing Knowledge: Previous experience in property sourcing or the UK property market is strongly preferred. Highly Analytical: You must be comfortable working with numbers and data to assess whether a property meets investment benchmarks. Exceptional Communication: Strong written and verbal English skills are essential for liaising with UK-based professionals. Proactive & Independent: We are looking for someone who "finds the work" and takes the initiative to solve problems before they are asked. Reliability & Detail: A strong work ethic and the discipline to ensure that every spreadsheet cell and ClickUp task is 100% accurate. Core Software Stack Project Management: ClickUp Property Portals: Rightmove & Zoopla Collaboration: Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Search) AI Support: ChatGPT Benefits Flexible, remote independent contractor role. Structured part-time engagement (starting at 3+ hours per day). Opportunity to learn the inner workings of the UK property investment sector.