Block Manager​/Senior Block Manager

Position: Block Manager / Senior Block Manager (Permanent)
Location: Arun

Office-based initially (Hybrid working 2 days from home after successful probation DOE)

Company events

Friday drinks!

Friendly and social office environment

Mon – Fri 9am – 5pm with an hour lunch – 35-hour week

28 days annual leave

£35,000 - £40,000 + plus Mileage

I’m currently working with A privately-owned, independent company that has been successfully managing an expanding portfolio of properties since 2010.

Their core values and work ethos distinguish them from many competitors. They provide the same professional services but with the unique perspective of an independent company, where the needs of their staff and colleagues are valued as highly as those of their clients. The portfolio for this role with depending on your experience in Block Management and your location Our client manages sites across Sussex, Hampshire, Kent, and Surrey.

Combining cutting-edge technology with traditional values and service standards, this company offers an ideal environment for anyone looking to advance their career in Property Management.

Key Responsibilities:

Ensure the smooth running of your portfolio

Proactively manage your portfolio in accordance with the management agreement and terms of the lease

Management of all contractors

Drafting and serving S20 notices for major works

Project management of major works

Co-ordinate, chair and attend AGM’s

Draft and prepare agenda/ minutes for board meetings

Corresponding with residents/ developers/ RMC’s

Encouraging a harmonious relationship between all parties

Dealing with conflict resolution

Management of on-site staff

Service charge budgeting & ground rent collection

Approval of invoices for payment

Ensuring all properties in the portfolio are insured including dealing with all claims, renewals and enquiries regarding the policy

Ensuring the lease terms are adhered to and dealing with any breaches

Responding to deed transfers/ Licence to Alter/ Lease variations/ Lease extensions

Regular site visits, checking health & safety/ maintenance works required

Fire Risk Assessments & RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)

Management of ACOP L8 (Legionnaires’ disease)

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum 1/3 years’ experience working as a block manager, including section 20s and service charge budgets.

Previous experience working for a property management / block management company.

Previous experience managing a mixed portfolio including RMCs.

Ideally ATPI qualified.

Happy to look at Assistant Property Managers who're looking for a step up

Desirable Requirements :

Excellent customer service, IT, and communication skills

A full UK drivers license and your own vehicle

Industry related qualifications such as the TPI (IRPM, RICS, IOSH etc.

Knowledge of Landlord & Tenant Act 1985, Common hold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 and The Work at Height Regulations 2005

Contact:
Matty Stratton

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