Block Manager

Cobalt is recruiting an experienced Block Manager to join an established residential managing agent in North London.

Offering a salary of £45,000-£55,000, hybrid working and opportunities for progression, this role provides autonomy over a varied residential portfolio alongside the support of dedicated internal teams.

The organisation

Our client is an established residential managing agent with a growing presence across North London and the surrounding areas.

The business offers a supportive working environment with dedicated internal functions, while giving its Block Managers the autonomy to take ownership of their portfolios.

There are genuine opportunities for career progression, alongside support towards relevant professional qualifications.

The role and responsibilities

As Block Manager, you will take responsibility for a varied portfolio of residential developments, acting as the main point of contact for clients, leaseholders and contractors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day operation of a residential block portfolio.
• Building relationships with freeholders, RMCs, RTMs and leaseholders.
• Preparing and monitoring annual service charge budgets.
• Managing planned and reactive maintenance, contractors and associated works.
• Coordinating Section 20 consultations and major works projects.
• Conducting site inspections and ensuring resulting actions are progressed.
• Maintaining oversight of health and safety, fire safety and wider property compliance requirements.
• Attending client, resident and AGM meetings where required.
• Managing more complex property matters, queries and complaints while working with internal accounts, compliance and administrative teams.

The skills needed and requirements

To be considered for this Block Manager opportunity, you will need:

• Strong working knowledge of residential block management.
• Good working knowledge of service charge management and leasehold legislation.
• Experience managing Section 20 consultations and major works.
• Working knowledge of residential health and safety, fire safety and compliance requirements.
• The ability to manage relationships with clients, residents and contractors.
• Clear organisation and communication skills.

A TPI qualification, or currently working towards one, would be advantageous but is not essential. Previous experience managing a North London portfolio would also be beneficial.

This is an opportunity for a Block Manager looking for greater autonomy, hybrid working and a clear route for progression within an established residential property management business.

With a salary of £45,000-£55,000.

Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let your Cobalt consultant know.

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