Job Description
Head of Block Management – Congleton / Hybrid working – up to £40,000 basic DOE + commissions £60k OTE
Over the past decade, this well established, independent property firm have provided a full 360 lettings property management service across the Manchester area.
They have a team of experts in sales, lettings and property management, which are continuing to expand, and as such, they’re looking for a Head of Block Management to manage, develop and make a real impact within the company.
What’s in it for you
* Annual basic salary of £30,000 - £40,000 DOE
* Commissions on portfolio income generated
* Performance bonus
* Monday to Friday, 9am - 5.30pm
* Hybrid working available - 3 x days per week WFH
* Free onsite parking
* Profit shares available after 12 months
* 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Fully expensed weekend trip away per year
What you’ll be doing
* End-to-end management of residential blocks and estates (typically 5–25 units)
* Managing blocks on behalf of freeholders, including service charge structures
* Preparing and managing service charge budgets
* Issuing service charge demands and managing arrears
* Day-to-day communication with leaseholders, freeholders, contractors, and advisors
* Overseeing repairs, maintenance, and major works
* Managing Section 20 consultations where required
* Contractor tendering, appointment, and performance oversight
* Health & safety compliance (fire risk assessments, asbestos, electrical, gas, etc.)
* Insurance management and claims handling
* Coordinating year-end accounts with accountants
* Chairing or attending AGMs and residents’ meetings
What you’ll have
* Proven experience in residential block management
* Strong understanding of service charge legislation and accounting
* Experience managing small to mid-sized blocks (5–25 units)
* Demonstrated success in winning new block management business
* Experience setting up or improving systems, processes, or software
* Confidence dealing with developers, freeholders, and leaseholders
* Professional qualifications (IRPM, RICS, ARMA) advantageous but not essential