Hybrid Block Manager - London Portfolio

Block Recruit; Harlow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management firm is seeking an experienced Block Manager to oversee a portfolio across London. Responsibilities include managing site operations, service charge budgets, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have block management experience, excellent communication skills, and ideally an ATPI qualification. This role offers a hybrid working pattern with competitive benefits including private medical insurance and flexible working options.

Benefits

Holiday: 33 days plus additional days

Flexible working hours

Private Medical Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Career Development opportunities

Pension Scheme with employer contribution

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ block management experience.
• Must hold a valid driving licence.
• Strong experience in block/property management.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across 15–18 sites.
• Produce and manage service charge budgets.
• Coordinate maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance.
• Attend meetings with leaseholders.
• Manage and develop on-site teams.
• Maintain accurate records on portfolio performance.

Skills

Block management experience

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

ATPI qualification

Job description

Job Title

Block Manager

Location

London Portfolio

Salary

Up to £40,000

Working Hours

37 hours per week (Hybrid: 3 days WFH, 2 days in office)

Portfolio

15–18 sites, circa 600–650 units

Minimum Requirements

• 2+ years’ block management experience (working as a Block Manager)
• Must hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle
• Ideally ATPI qualified

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Block Manager to oversee a portfolio of residential properties across London. You will manage all aspects of property management, including leaseholder relations, service charges, compliance, maintenance, and major works. This is a hybrid role offering a flexible working pattern to support work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across 15–18 sites, ensuring high standards of service and compliance
• Produce and manage service charge budgets and accounts
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and major works, liaising with contractors and residents
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance across all sites
• Attend and minute meetings with leaseholders and committees
• Manage and develop on-site teams where applicable
• Maintain accurate records and reporting on portfolio performance
• Uphold legal and lease obligations for all properties in the portfolio

Candidate Requirements

• Strong experience in block/property management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple sites and priorities
• Self‑motivated with a proactive approach
• Driving licence essential; ATPI qualification preferred

Employee Benefits

• Holiday: 33 days per year + 1 day per year of service, up to 5 extra days
• Flexible Working: 3 days home, 2 days office
• Private Medical Insurance and Group Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme for staff and immediate family
• Career Development: internal promotion opportunities and apprenticeship schemes
• Professional Membership Fees: support for TPI & RICS fees and exams
• Charity Day: 1 paid day per year for volunteering
• Social Events: company and team events throughout the year
• Pension Scheme: 4% employer contribution (auto‑enrolment)
• Employee Referral & New Business Commission Schemes
• Flu Voucher & Eyecare Schemes
• Positive Working Environment: free refreshments, fruit, and onsite parking

Contact

Matty Stratton
www.blockrecruit.co.uk | 020 3900 0401 | [e-mail]

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