A rare opportunity has arisen within a privately-owned property investment company in Hendon that dates back 70 years to its establishment in the 1950’s.
Now boasting c.5,000 units spanning Greater London, with a small portion on the South Coast, there is a continued growth plan for the portfolio based on acquisitions, developments and conversions following a comprehensive asset management plan.
As the Block Manager, you will ideally have at least 5 years’ block management experience and a good understanding of the fundamental pieces of applicable legislation. Our client is looking for a block manager who is personable and knows how to effectively deal with and communicate with leaseholders. If this sounds like you, please get in touch today!
Responsibilities will include:
- Managing reactive maintenance issues including attending site to inspect / understand the issue (where necessary), liaising with contractors, raising/ issuing PO's and communicating with lessees
- Liaising with lessees in respect of potential insurance related issues and, where appropriate handing claims and overseeing works
- Ensuring compliance issues, including arranging for the requisite reports to be carried out, in respect of the in-house managed portfolio requirements, are dealt with as / when required
- Handling administrative responsibilities in respect of the work they undertake
- Dealing with enquiries relating to licensing including alterations, sub-letting, variations to leases and derogation. Where the matter requires it, appointing an external solicitor and overseeing the process through / with them to completion
- Pursuing instances of breach of lease including liaising with our legal office as / when required
- Meeting with (in person or remotely) appointed external agents in respect of arrears issues and planned / cyclical major works
- Dealing with queries from the appointed managing agents and / or lessees of properties under their management
- Dealing with sales enquiries and providing completed LPEI’s where and when required and subject to receipt.
Personal specification:
- 5+ years’ experience as a residential block manager
- IRPM qualifications would be beneficial
- Proficiency in Health & Safety
- A legal understanding of the property market
- Have the ability to multi-task and prioritise effectively
- Be adaptable and a good team player
- Have a strong work and service “ethic”
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Happy to take the initiative, responsibility and ownership.
The salary for this role will be in the region of £40,000 to £50,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Free secure parking is available at the office.
Working hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm.