Block Manager

Block Manager - Surrey

Salary: Circa £33k - £35k

Location: Dorking

Flexible working + Excellent Benefits

An opportunity has arisen for a experienced Block Manager to oversee a residential portfolio consisting of 500-600 units or 30-35 developments, including both blocks of flats and housing estates.

The successful candidate will ensure all Block & Estate Management duties are performed in line with leases/deeds, legislation, RICS regulations, and within a timely manner.

You will be supported by a Block Management Coordinator, Accounts team, and Team Leader.

This role is ideal for candidates from a lettings or property management background, as full training will be provided.

Duties:

? Manage the day-to-day and long-term administration of a property portfolio in the surrounding areas.
? Liaise with clients, leaseholders, contractors, professionals, and insurance companies regarding any issues.
? Attend and chair AGMs, EGMs, and Directors meetings.
? Instruct suitable contractors to complete minor repairs and maintenance.
? Ensure all works are completed to the required standard.
? Issue Section 20 notices as part of the major works process.
? Prepare annual service charge budgets.
? Coordinate with the accounts team regarding service charge payments, arrears, and invoices.
? Collaborate with the Block Management Coordinator to ensure necessary insurances are in place and administer some claims.
? Advise clients to act in accordance with leases, legislation, health & safety, RICS, and fire risk guidelines.
? Conduct annual or necessary inspections of properties within the designated portfolio.


Requirements:

? Previously worked as a Block Manager or in a similar role.
? Skiled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
? Well-organised, punctual, and able to prioritise workload.
? Capable of working effectively as part of a team.
? Available to attend out-of-office hours meetings in return for time in lieu.
? Possess a UK dri