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Block Manager - Essex

£30,000 - £40,000 - Block Management

Ref: 1217 Date Posted: Monday 12 Oct 2020

Job Title: Property Manager

Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (with opportunity to get commission too!)

Location: This position will be based at one of the sites in Rotherhithe 2-3 days a week and office-based for the remaining in Leigh-on-sea

What will joining this company do for you?

Support with Industry qualifications
Mentoring from senior team members
Supportive & collaborative working environment
Attendance of industry events
Working with a passionate, small team that is growing

Opening Statement:

We are a close-knit team, who actively support and learn from each other daily. We care about what we do and take pride in our work, where ideas, collaboration, and passion come together.

If you are looking for an ethical business and employer, who will recognise your hard work, let’s talk!

Job Purpose:

To efficiently manage a property portfolio, offering outstanding customer service to all clients. Maintaining value of assets in line with the resident’s requests and financial position. Managing the portfolio in accordance with RICS Codes of Practice, ARMA rules and landlord and tenant legislation.

Number of Developments: 3, as this business grows this would increase

Total Unit Count: c390 units (140, 100, 150)

Portfolio Type:

2 x Freeholders 1 x RMC
2 sites are based in Rotherhithe (Southeast London) 1 site based in Romford
1 x Grade II listed buildings and 2 riverside buildings

Key Responsibilities:

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
Representation at FTT (First Tier Tribunal)
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)

Technical Knowledge Required:

Landlord & Tenant Act 1985

Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002

Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974

The Work at Height Regulations 2005

Person Specification:

Team Player
Hands on and able to use own initiative
Ability to communicate positively and effectively with a willingness to help others
Passion about doing well in your career
Provide exemplary service to clients
High level of discretion and diplomacy
Resilient, able to work under pressure

Minimum Requirements:

2+ years’ Block Management experience
A full working knowledge of Service Charge budgets, Section 20 notices and relevant law/regulations (Landlord & Tenant Act 1985)
Experience in chairing AGM’s and carrying out site inspections

Desirable Requirements:

English Degree or Industry related qualifications such as IRPM / RICS / IOSH

Block Manager - Essex

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