Hybrid Block Manager Maternity Cover - Open to successful candidate staying long-term We’re a focused and hardworking team, with offices based in the seaside city of Brighton & Hove. Our office is surrounded by the buzz of the city, by flourishing gardens, a number of restaurants. Picture this, a short stroll in the sunshine on your lunch break, sitting overlooking the blue sea and sunny skies, breathing in that fresh sea air with an ice cream in hand… The dream. Also in Brighton, is the majority of our portfolio meaning you’ll never have too far to go for a site visit. As a team, we’re a close bunch and we work in a very supportive environment. We have a lot of long-standing clients and as such, we know them inside out Our prime focus is providing the very best service to them, and being a close team means that we all know each other’s clients and can be of assistance. We put importance on building and maintaining strong working relationships, it enables us to be the best Property Managers to our sites. We are now in need of a new Property Manager to join our team. As our new Property Manager, you will be responsible for the day to day management of an assigned portfolio. Your role will there include preparing and managing service charge budgets, issuing Section 20 notices, attending AGM’s and carrying out site inspections. Due to the nature of the role and the support on offer from our team, this position could be ideal for someone that has been working as an Assistant / Junior Property Manager and is looking to take the next step in their career, taking on the management of your own portfolio. It is also just as ideal for an experienced Property Manager looking to join a team that prides itself on its service levels. To be our ideal Property Manager, you will need to be hardworking, have great attention to detail and work well within a team environment. As a close-knit group, it is essential that you enjoy working with others and helping when necessary. Additionally, you will be customer focused, having effective communication. Possessing these qualities will allow you to become a significant part of our company. Key Responsibilities: Ensure the smooth running of your portfolio Proactively manage your portfolio in accordance with the management agreement and terms of the lease Management of all contractors Drafting and serving S20 notices for major works Project management of major works Co-ordinate, chair and attend AGM’s Draft and prepare agenda/ minutes for board meetings Corresponding with residents/ developers/ RMC’s Encouraging a harmonious relationship between all parties Dealing with conflict resolution Management of on-site staff Service charge budgeting & ground rent collection Approval of invoices for payment Ensuring all properties in the portfolio are insured including dealing with all claims, renewals and enquiries regarding the policy Ensuring the lease terms are adhered to and dealing with any breaches Responding to deed transfers/ Licence to Alter/ Lease variations/ Lease extensions Regular site visits, checking health & safety/ maintenance works required Fire Risk Assessments & RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements) Management of ACOP L8 (Legionnaires’ disease) Monday to Friday 9am - 5:30pm Minimum Requirements: Experienced in long leasehold block management (1/3 year), with an awareness of current legislation affecting residential property management. A good understanding, or at least an awareness, of residential leases & statutory compliance issues. Experience of budget management, financial control and delivery of cost efficiencies. An understanding of building management, systems maintenance and repair projects Benefits: Flexible working opportunities up to three days working from home, 25 days annual leave and an additional day during the week of your birthday. Training, CPD, career development, employee recognition/reward scheme, team building events, cycle to work scheme, free eye test voucher, participation in community activities and Employee Assistance. Contact: Matty Stratton (url removed) | (phone number removed) | (url removed) WHY USE BLOCK RECRUIT? Our Current Stats: 96% of respondents rated our service as excellent. 92% of respondents rated the level of briefing given about the company & opportunity as excellent. 92% of respondents rated us as excellent against other agencies they have used in the past. 91% of respondents rated our speed of response as excellent. 94% of respondents rated our service levels during the recruitment process as excellent. 100% of respondents said they would recommend Block Recruit to friends or colleagues in the future. Award winner of News of the Blocks “2019 Recruitment Company of The Year” for having strong Values and Ethics which shape the way we work. Read our