Block Property Manager

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy in the UK is seeking a Block Property Manager to oversee their Exeter portfolio. The ideal candidate will possess experience in residential block management and strong stakeholder management skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with hybrid working opportunities and a focus on professional development.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in residential block management.
• Strong knowledge of leasehold legislation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Confidence managing budgets and attending meetings.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the Exeter portfolio.
• Conduct regular property inspections and generate reports.
• Prepare and manage service charge budgets.
• Organise and attend AGMs and other meetings.
• Handle client and leaseholder correspondence.

Skills

Residential block management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Budget management

Customer-focused problem-solving

Education

Level 3 ATPI qualification

Job description

Cobalt Recruitment is proud to be partnering with one of the UK's most forward-thinking and well-established property consultancies to source an experienced Block Property Manager. Known for their nationwide reach and personalised approach, this organisation delivers tailored property management services to a diverse portfolio of residential and mixed-use developments.

This is an excellent opportunity for a property management professional who thrives in a client-focused environment and is looking to join a respected business that combines the benefits of a large-scale operation with bespoke, hands-on service delivery.

Role Focus

The Block Property Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Exeter portfolio, acting as the main point of contact for freeholders, leaseholders, and other stakeholders. This role involves delivering a high standard of service while ensuring full compliance with industry regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Property Inspections & Maintenance

• Conduct regular property inspections and generate detailed reports

• Ensure timely maintenance and resolution of site issues

• Finance

• Prepare, manage, and report on service charge budgets

• Monitor and maintain client accounts

• Insurance

• Coordinate building insurance and Directors & Officers policies

• Meetings

• Organise and attend AGMs, EGMs, directors' and residents' meetings

• Correspondence & Administration

• Handle day-to-day client and leaseholder correspondence

• Address breaches of lease in a professional and legally compliant manner

• Contractor Liaison

• Source, instruct, and oversee third-party contractors

• Sales Support

• Assist with the assignment of leases during property sales

• Complaint Handling

• Manage and resolve complaints, maintaining a positive client relationship

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Demonstrable experience in residential block management

• Strong knowledge of leasehold legislation

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• Confidence managing budgets and attending meetings

• A proactive, customer-focused approach to problem-solving

• Ideally have a Level 3 ATPI qualification but not essential

Work Pattern

• Hybrid Working

Why This Role?

This is a chance to join a dynamic and reputable firm with a supportive internal culture and a commitment to professional development. The successful candidate will benefit from a high degree of autonomy, as well as support from a wider, specialist property management team.