Business Development Manager – Property Management Ready to step off the portfolio and into growth?

If you've spent a few years in property management or leasing and the part you enjoy most is building relationships, speaking with landlords and winning new business , this role could be your next move.

Keep the landlord conversations. Leave the portfolio firefighting behind.

No arrears runs. No routine inspections. No maintenance inbox. No 200 emails a day.

Your focus is simple:build relationships, win quality new managements and help each new landlord transition smoothly into HOSO.

Who we are HOSO Real Estate is a boutique, property-management-focused agency based in Mawson Lakes.

We don't rely on property sales to drive the business, which meansproperty management is not a secondary department — it is what we do.

We work with investors across metropolitan Adelaide and are continuing to build better systems, processes and technology around the landlord experience.

We're at the stage wherebusiness development is becoming its own dedicated function , and the person joining us will have the opportunity to play a meaningful role in how that function grows.

You'll work closely with the Principal and operations team , with direct communication and the ability to make decisions quickly.

What you'll do

Meet property investors, complete rental appraisals and convert opportunities into new managements

Present HOSO's service confidently andwin business based on value, expertise and service rather than competing on price alone

Build and maintain referral relationships withbuyer's agents, mortgage brokers, accountants, developers, sales agents and other industry partners

Prospect consistently and develop your own pipeline of future landlords





Follow up enquiries and opportunities from initial contact through to signed management agreement

Remain the key relationship contact during the initial onboarding and leasing period

Work with our leasing and operations team to make sure each new property is set up correctly before handover

Maintain accurate pipeline activity and follow-up tasks in our CRM

Review leads, conversions and business development activity as part of our weekly meeting

Importantly, this is not a traditional Property Manager portfolio role.

You willnot be responsible for day-to-day arrears, routine inspections, maintenance coordination or managing a portfolio of tenants.

Your role is growth, landlord relationships and successful onboarding.

What we’re offering

$60,000 base salary + super

Uncapped commission on every eligible new management you bring into the business

Realistic first-year OTE of $90,000–$110,000 for someone performing consistently

Guaranteed minimum commission during your first three months while you establish your pipeline

Clear and transparent commission structure

Company phone and laptop

CRM, systems and operational support

Direct access to the Principal

Opportunity to help shape HOSO's future business development strategy

Defined career pathway toward Head of Growth as the agency continues to scale

Who we’re looking for This role would suit an experienced Property Manager,



Leasing Consultant, Business Development Manager or property professional who understands the industry but wants to move away from day-to-day portfolio management.

You’ll ideally bring:

minimum 2+ years of property management, leasing or relevant real estate experience

Current South Australian property management registration, or eligibility and willingness to obtain the required registration

A strong understanding of residential property management and the Residential Tenancies Act

Confidence speaking with landlords and explaining fees, processes and recommendations

A commercial and relationship-focused mindset

Confidence prospecting, following up opportunities and building referral relationships

Robust organisation and time-management skills

A polished, friendly and professional communication style

Confidence using technology, CRMs and property management systems

A positive attitude and robust work ethic

A genuine interest in property management and investment property

A customer-first mindset and strong attention to detail

A valid South Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle

You don't need to be a career salesperson.

If you're already good atearning the trust of landlords, explaining property management clearly and turning conversations into decisions , we can help you build the business development side.

We’re building this role for the long term.

As HOSO grows, there will be a defined opportunity for the right person to progress into a senior growth position, including a pathway towardHead of Growthwith increasing responsibility across business development, referral partnerships and future team leadership.

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📌 Property Management BDM (Adelaide)
🏢 HOSO REAL ESTATE
📍 Adelaide