Block Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established, dynamic and fast-paced property organisation with an excellent reputation across the North West. Due to continued expansion, our client is looking to appoint a Block Manager to join their growing team. This role will be based primarily in Manchester, where you will manage a portfolio of residential developments three days per week. The remaining two days will be split between the Liverpool office and home working, providing a great balance of site-based, office and remote working. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Block Manager looking to develop their career within residential property management. Working as part of a highly experienced team of property professionals, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operational management of a portfolio of residential leasehold developments, ensuring buildings are safe, compliant, well maintained and delivering an exceptional service to residents and clients. Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all properties are cared for and maintained to the highest standards.
• Plan and implement all building processes that deliver an effective on-site operation.
• Oversee the delivery of any planned and cyclical maintenance.
• Completion of Management Packs
• Ensure all legal documents are up to date and recorded
• Manage any lease enquiries and issues
• Setting annual service charge budgets
• Conduct regular site Health and Safety Inspections
• Reviewing all service contracts on an annual basis
• Managing budgets
• Ensuring all blocks are properly resourced and serviced at all times.
• Assist in the integration of any established blocks into management.
• Provide regular performance reports to management
• Participating in learning and development activities that promote personal effectiveness and improving performance in the role.
• Engaging with any statutory/public bodies who require access to the blocks.
• Day to Day management of block access systems and CCTV in line with any relevant legislation such as GDPR.
• Ensure all blocks are compliant in relation to legislative requirements
• Act as the face of our developments engaging with all types of customers in a positive manner at all times.

This is a busy and challenging role, and customer service is very important! You must have excellent organisational skills and be able to deal with high pressure situations in a professional manner as no two days will be the same! Our client is offering a competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000. Other benefits include:

• 25 days holiday plus bank holiday
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Pension scheme
• Medical Cash Plan
• Death in Service
• Employee Assistance Program

Ideally you will have a minimum of 3 years Block Management experience and be either IRPM or RICS qualified. You must also have a full driving license and your own vehicle. This is a fantastic opportunity not to be missed. Please send your CV to Stephanie Jones to be considered for the role. Clifton Gray is a specialist property recruitment company. We specialise in placing property professionals within architecture, residential property, and commercial property, from entry level through to senior appointments. If you are currently working within the property sector, and you would like to hear more about how Clifton Gray can guide you through your next career move, please get in touch.