Block Manager - Dorking

Salary circa £33k

A well established property company in Dorking are looking to recruit an experienced property management professional to manage a residential portfolio of blocks of flats and housing estates that will comprise #removed# units, depending on the mix of flats & houses, or 30-35 developments depending on the mix of blocks of flats and housing estates. To ensure that all of the Block & Estate Management duties are undertaken in accordance with the lease/deeds, legislations, RICS regulations and in a timely manner. You will have the assistance of a Block Management Coordinator, Accounts team & Team Leader.

Responsibilities:

Responsible for the day-to-day and long-term management of a property portfolio which is located within the surrounding areas.

• Liaising with clients, leaseholders, contractors, professionals and insurance companies in regards to any issues.
• Attending and chairing AGMs, EGMs and Directors meetings
• Instructing suitable contractors to complete minor repairs and maintenance.
• Ensuring that all works are completed to required standard.
• Issuing of section 20 notices when required, as part of major works process.
• Preparation of annual service charge budgets.
• Liaising with the accounts team regarding service charge payments, arrears and invoices.
• Liaising with Block Management Coordinator to ensure that necessary insurances are in place and administering some claims.
• Ensuring that all clients are advised to act in accordance with the lease, legislation, H&S, RICS and Fire Risk guidelines etc.
• Annual inspections, or as necessary, of the properties within the designated portfolio.

Key Skills Required:

• Proficient user of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
• UK driving licence and car insured for business use
• Well organised, punctual and able to prioritise work load
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to attend out of office hours meetings in return for time in lieu

Full time 37.5 hours pw (#removed#) 3 days in office, 2 days remote (following successful probation period)

For more details on this opportunity please contact Portia at AMR.