Hybrid Working Block Manager

Block Recruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run property management firm in Bournemouth seeks a Property Manager to manage an assigned portfolio. Responsibilities include preparing service charge budgets, attending AGMs, and ensuring properties comply with legislation. The role offers a salary of £35,000 - £41,000 depending on experience, with hybrid working options available.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Commission on Major Works up to 10%

Free parking

Work-life balance with hybrid options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-5 years experience in block management.
• Awareness of current legislation affecting residential property management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the smooth running of your portfolio.
• Proactively manage your portfolio according to the management agreement.
• Draft and serve S20 notices for major works.

Skills

Block management experience

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Job description

Are you looking for a new position working as a block manager, within a small friendly family run business without the corporate feel? We are working with a client based in Bournemouth who offers just that and more. We are focused on offering a good work life balance, we like our team to be able to go home and relax at the end of the working day. The office is located in the centre of Bournemouth, walking distance to the sea which you can enjoy on your lunch break and free parking. We are looking for a keen and experienced property manager who is happy to get stuck in, and build strong relationships with clients.

We are now in need of a new Property Manager to join our team. As our new Property Manager, you will be responsible for the day to day management of an assigned portfolio. Your role will include preparing and managing service charge budgets, issuing Section 20 notices, attending AGM’s and carrying out site inspections.

Further Info:

• Salary £35,000 - £41,000 DOE
• Commission on Major Works up to 10%
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Hybrid working 3days from home and 2 in the office

Minimum Requirements:

• Experienced in block management (1/5 year+), with an awareness of current legislation affecting residential 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)

Contact

Matty Stratton

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