Block Manager

2 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom GKR International - Real Estate Talent Specialists Full time
OUR CLIENT

A very successful independent multi-branch property firm specialising in sales, lettings, property management and block management.

THE ROLE

Our client is looking for a highly competent Block Manager to join their busy team and hold responsibility for a personal portfolio of approximately 150 residential units across West and Central London.

Main Duties

  • Create and maintain strong client relationships with leaseholders and freeholders.
  • Conduct regular property visits to ensure buildings are maintained to a high level of excellence.
  • Ensuring Section 20 planned maintenance is adequately budgeted for and carried out in line with the lease/directors’ wishes.
  • Know the buildings inside out in order to create planned maintenance schedules.
  • Use mediation and patience when attending AGMs for the buildings, as well as taking accurate minutes.
  • Keep an eye on day-to-day expenditure and maintain a grasp of all service charge accounts.
  • Ensure all buildings are up to date with the latest regulations (fire regulations, health & safety requirements, Legionella etc.)

THE CANDIDATE

  • Has minimum 12-18 months experience of working within a Block Management position.
  • Exceptional planning & organizational skills.
  • Superb ability to communicate in person, over the telephone and via email.
  • Is a strong team player and aims to make the unit stronger.
  • Is driven & committed to excelling at the job at hand.
  • Naturally inquisitive with an aptitude for problem solving.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office competently.

Other

  • This is a permanent position based in Kensington.
  • The hours of work are a mixture of 8:30am-6pm, 9am-6pm and 8:30am-5:30pm across a Monday to Friday week.
  • This position pays a basic salary of up to £42k. You can also earn additional commission in the region of £2k.
  • 20 days annual leave allowance, plus Bank Holidays and additional time for Christmas office closure.
  • The properties are within easy reach of the office so a full UK driving licence is not required.
  • Opportunities for career progression and support to gain industry qualifications are available.
  • Please note this this company has an office dog, so please only apply if you are comfortable around them.

Please contact Emma Bradshaw at GKR International for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
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