JUNIOR PROPERTY MANAGER — SOUTH OF FRANCE
COMPANY OVERVIEW
August is a full-service real estate development and lifestyle company based in London, United Kingdom, specialising in luxury holiday home collections across Europe. We carefully curate and manage collections of beautifully designed homes in prime destinations, combining real estate, hospitality, and design to provide our members with a seamless second-home experience.
Each August project is unique, rooted in a strong European heritage that celebrates the local architecture, natural environment, and traditions of each of our local markets. Our private collections offer exceptional service and a lifestyle focused on family, culture, and comfort. Founded in 2018, August has grown to become a premier platform for luxury holiday homes, delivering distinctive experiences and memorable stays for our members.
JOB DETAILS
Job Title: Junior Property Manager — South of France
Location: Based in or around the Cannes or Valbonne area, with a valid driving licence and access to a personal vehicle. The role requires regular travel across our South of France homes, including Cannes, Tourrettes, and Mougins — for homeowner check-ins, contractor meetings, and routine property visits.
Reports to: Regional Operations Manager — France
Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Willingness to work on Saturdays required.
Hybrid role: work from home + field work on some days.
ROLE SUMMARY
The Junior Property Manager exists to support and execute daily operations and strategic projects that maintain the August Excellence standard across our South of France collection. By taking guidance from the Regional Operations Manager, you will ensure that every home is meticulously maintained, safe, and ready to provide a world-class experience for our homeowners. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the rapidly growing co-ownership market in one of the world’s most prestigious luxury travel destinations. You will be at the forefront of delivering a seamless lifestyle focused on family and culture, ensuring August remains the premier platform for luxury holiday homes.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Compliance, Safety & Maintenance
- Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all properties strictly comply with local French health, safety, and fire safety regulations, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Safety Certification: Assist the Senior Property Manager and Regional Operations Manager in obtaining and filing all mandatory local technical certifications (e.g. Gas and Electrical certificates) to ensure habitability and insurance validity.
- PPM Execution: Perform routine and preventative maintenance tasks, including inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing equipment to minimize downtime with the help of third party contractors.
- Risk Mitigation: Conduct regular home audits to identify and remediate structural or environmental hazards immediately.
Homeowner Experience & Operations
- Stay Management: Serve as a primary contact for homeowners during their stays, fostering positive relationships and providing check-in services as and when required.
- Cleanliness Standards: Oversee and guarantee high standards of cleanliness and property presentation for every arrival.
- Key Management: Own and manage secure key access protocols for all properties within the region.
- Onboarding Support: Assist in the setup, testing, and operational launch of new property acquisitions in the South of France.
Administration & Collaboration
- Team Synergy: Collaborate closely with the Home Experience team to ensure seamless communication and service delivery.
- Financial Administration: Support the quotation process for maintenance needs and assist in the submission of supplier invoices.
- Stock & Inventory: Conduct rigorous stock control and verify home inventories to ensure standards are met.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Essential Skills (Non-Negotiable)
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in property management or luxury hotels.
- Languages: Strong command of written and spoken English and French.
- Technical Literacy: Ability to troubleshoot domestic systems and supervise/guide third party contractors.
- Mobility: Must hold a valid driving license and a car. Must have the ability to travel between property locations. Mileage is reimbursed for all work-related travel between properties.
- Organisational Skills: Excellent communication skills, keen eye for detail, and the ability to independently plan projects with an ownership mindset.
- Working hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Willing to work on Saturdays.
Desirable Skills (Value Add)
- Additional languages.
- Familiarity with Monday.com, Slack.
- Exposure to the local property market.
AI & WAYS OF WORKING
All August team members are expected to progress through the August AI framework. For this role, you will be expected to be on level L0.
L0 — Research & Drafting (starting point)
- Use Claude to research topics, summarise documents, and answer questions
- Draft emails, reports, proposals, and meeting notes using Claude
- Use Claude to proofread, rewrite, and improve existing content
- Ask Claude to analyse data, compare options, and explain complex topics
L1 — Projects, Skills & Connectors (progression goal)
- Create Claude Projects with persistent context about your role, team, or clients
- Connect Claude to Google Drive, Gmail, Calendar, and other tools to build a live knowledge base
- Use connectors so Claude can read your actual files, emails, and data when answering
- Build and save custom instructions and Skills so Claude works consistently for your recurring tasks
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT AUGUST
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Competitive Compensation: A performance-led salary plus bonus structure.
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The August Lifestyle: Hybrid working and a high-performance, entrepreneurial culture.
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Career Growth: Clear progression paths and dedicated mentorship to help you thrive.
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Global Impact: Join a high-growth company rapidly becoming a global leader in the luxury property market.
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Premium Tools: A company-provided laptop and tech setup to ensure you achieve our high standards of work.
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Balanced Rest: 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
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Christmas Company Closure: Dedicated days over the Christmas period to allow the whole team to disconnect.
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Summer Fridays: Early finishes during the summer months and selected Fridays throughout the year.
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Inclusive Environment: A diverse, supportive, and inclusive workplace.
AUGUST VALUES
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Resourcefulness: We take ownership in problem-solving and contributing to the company’s success
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Urgency: We act promptly and effectively to stay ahead in a fast-paced industry
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Ownership Mindset: We are accountable and take initiative to bring about positive results
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Kindness: We value teamwork and recognise that our people drive our success
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Excellence: We set high standards and continuously raise the bar
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Communication & Openness: We are transparent, collaborative, and constructive in everything we do
