Head of Property Management (Block Management)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum

Overview

We are recruiting for an experienced Head of Property Management to join a well-established, independent block management company. This role has become available due to the long-standing Head of Department stepping down after many years of service, presenting a fantastic opportunity to take over a stable, well-run portfolio and play a key role in the future growth of the business.

The Role

As Head of Property Management, you will:

• Oversee a team of 5 (4 Property Managers and 1 Assistant Property Manager)
• Manage your own portfolio
• Including 3 large residential estates (circa 600 units)
• Some High-Rise Buildings (HRBs), with no cladding concerns
• Ensure smooth day-to-day management of a largely stable portfolio
• Provide leadership, support, and development to your team
• Work closely with internal departments including Accounts, Legal, and Maintenance
• Contribute to improving processes, efficiencies, and overall service delivery
• Play a key role in the strategic growth and development of the business

About the Company

• Independent, well-established business with 20 staff members
• In-house maintenance team (4 staff)
• Additional teams across Property Management, Accounts, and Legal
• Known for a friendly, non-micromanaged working environment
• Strong team culture with long-standing employees

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in block/property management at a senior level
• Previous experience managing and developing a team
• Strong knowledge of residential block management legislation and compliance
• Ability to manage a large and varied portfolio
• A proactive mindset with a desire to improve and grow a business
• Ideally based within a reasonable commuting distance to the office

Package & Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Long-term career progression opportunities