Hybrid Block Manager - East Sussex

£30,000 - £40,000 + - Block Management

Ref: 2393 Date Posted: Monday 28 Sep 2026

Block Manager

Location: Hove / Brighton area
Salary: £35,000–£40,000 + (DOE)
Working pattern: Hybrid – up to 2 days working from home following successful completion of probation of 3-months (maybe less DOE)
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

A growing independent property management company is looking to appoint an experienced Block Manager to join its residential property management team. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who is confident managing their own portfolio, enjoys building strong client relationships and is looking for genuine responsibility and autonomy within a supportive team environment. You will manage a portfolio of residential leasehold properties, working closely with leaseholders, resident directors, contractors and internal teams to ensure properties are well maintained and issues are followed through to resolution.

Key Responsibilities

Manage your own portfolio of residential leasehold properties
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, leaseholders and contractors
Oversee repairs, maintenance and contractor performance
Prepare service charge budgets and monitor expenditure
Manage Section 20 consultation processes and major works, with surveyor support
Attend AGMs, client meetings and other relevant meetings
Deal with day-to-day leasehold and property management matters
Work closely with Accounts, Compliance and administrative teams
Take ownership of issues and ensure they are progressed through to resolution
Maintain accurate property records and ensure appropriate follow-up of outstanding matters

About You

We are looking for someone with previous residential block management experience who is ready to take ownership of their own portfolio and develop within a growing business.

You will ideally have:

Previous experience managing residential blocks
Good knowledge of leasehold management, service charges and Section 20
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Excellent organisation and time management
A proactive, responsive, and practical approach to property management
Confidence dealing directly with clients, leaseholders and contractors
The ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider team

A TPI qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be advantageous.

Most importantly, we are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, builds positive relationships and takes ownership of getting things done.

What’s on Offer

£35,000–£40,000 + salary, depending on experience
28 days' annual leave including bank holidays
Additional time off over Christmas and New Year
Up to 2 days working from home each week following successful completion of probation
Convenient Hove / Brighton location with good transport links
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Genuine responsibility and autonomy
Training and professional development opportunities
Opportunity to develop your career within a growing independent property management business

Contact: Matty Stratton

www.blockrecruit.co.uk | 020 3900 0401 | Matty@blockrecruit.co.uk

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