Block Manager

An exciting opportunity to join a well-established successful property organisation who have a great reputation across the Wirral market. Due to a period of expansion they are currently seeking a residential BLOCK MANAGER to join them in their Wirral office. They are looking for a highly organised, confident candidate to join their property management team, to oversee the block management of around 250 units. The portfolio is set to increase over the next 12 months, so this role could lead to a ‘head of department’ for the right candidate. Reporting to the Managing Director, duties and responsibilities of this role will include:

• 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.
• Training new staff
• 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 Development and Mobilisation process for New Builds.
• 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, have strong relationship management skills and be able to deal with high pressure situations in a professional manner as no two days will be the same. Whilst the role is mainly office based, you will need to drive to sites on occasion so you must have your own car. Our client is offering a basic salary up to £32,000 plus bonuses with an OTE of £40,000. Other benefits including additional days off for your birthday and Christmas shopping and private health care. You must have a full driving license and your own vehicle. This is a fantastic opportunity not to be missed. Please send your CV to 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.