Job Title: Block Manager Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 Location: North West London
O'Neill & Brennan are currently recruiting for an experienced Block Manager on behalf of a well-established and growing property management company based in North West London. The company manages a substantial residential portfolio across Greater London and the South Coast and continues to expand through strategic acquisitions and developments.
This is a great opportunity to join a long-standing, stable organisation with a strong track record and a clear vision for growth.
Role Overview: We are looking for a Block Manager with a minimum of 5 years' experience in residential leasehold block management. The ideal candidate will be confident handling leaseholder communications, managing contractors, overseeing compliance, and dealing with all aspects of estate management.
Key Responsibilities:
Responding to leaseholder queries (primarily from an internally managed portfolio)
Managing reactive maintenance issues, including site inspections and contractor coordination
Overseeing insurance matters and claims
Ensuring compliance with health & safety and statutory requirements
Handling licences for alterations, subletting, and lease variations
Managing lease breaches and liaising with solicitors when required
Supporting the preparation and management of service charge budgets
Assisting in arrears management and major works planning (including full S20 process)
Coordinating with external managing agents on portfolio matters
Managing service contractors (e.g. cleaning, gardening)
Preparing LPE1 packs for sales enquiries and carrying out property inspections as needed
Reviewing third-party management charges and signing off expenditure
The successful candidate will have:
At least 5 years' experience in residential block management
A strong understanding of leasehold legislation and industry compliance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good organisational and time management skills
Confidence in dealing with leaseholders, contractors, and third-party agents
A proactive, hands-on approach
To be considered for this exciting Block Manager opportunity, please apply today with your most up-to-date CV.
ONeill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
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