How to become a Strata Manager in New South Wales

In New South Wales (NSW), a Strata Managing Agent Licence is required to oversee strata or community land schemes, manage finances, and coordinate building maintenance.

There are two primary licence classes:

• Class 2 (Associate/Agent) – Allows you to perform standard strata management functions.
• Class 1 (Licensee in Charge) – Required to independently authorise trust account withdrawals and operate as the Licensee in Charge of a strata management business.

Licence Tiers & Requirements

To become a licensed strata manager in NSW, you must be at least 18 years old and meet the qualification requirements regulated by NSW Fair Trading.

Assistant Agent (Certificate of Registration)

This is the mandatory entry-level requirement to begin working in the strata management industry while gaining practical experience.

• You must be at least 16 years old to apply.

Class 2 Licence

• Requires completion of the CPP40516 Certificate IV in Strata Community Management.
• Allows you to work as a strata managing agent and perform standard strata management functions.

Class 1 Licence

• Requires you to hold a Class 2 Licence for at least two years.
• Requires completion of additional higher-level training.
• Only Class 1 agents can be designated as the Licensee in Charge (LIC) to operate a strata management business.

How to Apply & Maintain Your Licence

Apply Through NSW Fair Trading

After completing your qualifications through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you must lodge your licence application and pay the applicable fees with NSW Fair Trading.

• Apply for a 1-year, 3-year, or 5-year licence.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

All licensed strata managing agents must complete annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements to maintain their licence.

• CPD must be completed through interactive classes or live webinars.
• Self-paced online modules alone do not satisfy the CPD requirement.

Strata Managers Wanted

Strata Managers are in high demand in our agency. If you are a qualified Strata Manager, reach out to us and we can share our current openings at Tink Recruitment. If you are an organisation looking for staffing solutions, we would also be happy to assist with your recruitment needs.