Assistant Commercial Property Manager
Location: Knoxville, TN
Compensation: $50,000 – $60,000 per year (based on experience)
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
About SVN | Wood Properties
For more than 40 years, SVN | Wood Properties has provided commercial real estate brokerage and property management services throughout East Tennessee. Based in downtown Knoxville and affiliated with the global SVN network, we operate with a commitment to integrity, collaboration, and professionalism.
Our core values — Grit, Servanthood, and Trustworthiness — guide how we serve tenants, property owners, and our team members.
Position Overview
The Commercial Assistant Property Manager supports the daily operations of a commercial property portfolio. Working closely with the Property Manager, this role provides administrative, financial, and tenant-service support to ensure properties operate efficiently and ownership objectives are met.
Key Responsibilities
Tenant Relations
- Serve as a contact for tenants, vendors, and prospective tenants
- Respond to tenant requests and maintenance needs
- Assist with lease administration, compliance, and renewals
- Support tenant communication and retention efforts
Financial Support
- Process rent payments and monitor accounts receivable/payable
- Assist with budget preparation and expense tracking
- Maintain accurate financial and operational records
Property Maintenance
- Coordinate maintenance and repair services
- Conduct property inspections for safety and compliance
- Monitor vendor performance and project completion
Administrative Support
- Prepare correspondence, reports, and documentation
- Maintain organized tenant and property records
- Provide operational support to the Property Manager
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Real Estate, or related field preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in property management, real estate, or a related administrative role
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Familiarity with commercial leases and landlord-tenant processes preferred
- Experience with property management software (Yardi, AppFolio preferred) and Google Workspace
- Professional and dependable work ethic
Work Environment
- Office-based position with occasional site visits
- Occasional evening or weekend availability as needed
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Benefits
- Competitive salary ($50,000 – $60,000 DOE)
- Health insurance and retirement plan options
- Professional development opportunities
- Team-oriented and collaborative work environment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law.