At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a diverse property portfolio and ensure compliance with regulations.
- Company: Established Chartered Surveyors and Property Managers with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel allowance, generous holiday, and pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in property management.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in property management with strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Location: Office based, Northwich CW9 7UD
Salary: £40k + Benefits p.a.
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 09:00 - 5.30pm Monday to Friday, plus occasional evenings
An interesting, challenging and rewarding job opportunity has arisen with a well-established firm of Chartered Surveyors, Commercial Property Managers and Residential Block Managers with offices in London, Manchester and Cheshire.
We need a Property Manager to join our Residential Block Management & Commercial Department, where you will be managing a varied portfolio located in the Northwest, including some mixed-use commercial premises e.g., shops, offices, residential and ALMS housing.
Property Manager, Block/Commercial - The Role
Managing a portfolio to the highest standards and in accordance with RICS Codes of Practice, ARMA rules, Landlord/Tenant legislation as well as the relevant Management Agreements. Your tasks will include:
- Developing effective working relationships with Directors, Residents/Leaseholders, Landlords/Tenants, Contractors and others through phone, email & face to face liaison
- Carrying out property inspections ensuring Health and Safety and compliance are maintained
- Resolving property related issues by undertaking both proactive and reactive maintenance tasks
- Attending meetings and drafting minutes for approval
- Preparing Annual Service Charge Budgets, monitoring and managing these and producing timely Year End Accounts
- Sourcing Contractors to undertake both ongoing and one-off maintenance works as well as emergency repairs and monitoring and managing their work
- Drafting and serving Section 20 notices and subsequently tendering and managing Major Works projects linked to block maintenance and improvement
- Dealing with enquiries and analysing leases in order to answer enquiries and ensure that lease compliance is maintained
- Supporting any on-site and off-site Caretaking staff
- Responding to pre-assignment enquiries and sending out appropriate packs / information
- Providing accurate, meaningful and effective information to all parties in a timely manner
- Maintaining accurate records which will involve working closely with support staff and utilising appropriate software packages i.e. Qube and Fixflo
Property Manager, Block/Commercial - Skills and Experience
You will have:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in all aspects of Commercial / Residential Block Management including Health and Safety and financial management encompassing insurance claims
- Ideally, a recognised professional qualification relevant to the property sector
- Knowledge of rules, regulations and legislation surrounding Commercial / Residential Block Management including ASTs, Section 20, Building Safety Act, Landlord & Tenant Act 1985
- Proven work experience in a busy and target driven business environment
- A commitment to providing high levels of client care whilst also oriented to profitability
- Highly effective and accurate written and verbal communication skills
- Negotiation, report writing and presentation skills, as you will be liaising with a wide range of individuals and organisations
- An extremely well organised approach with excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritise and multitask, as well as deal with new issues as they occur
- A self-motivated, can-do attitude and be able to work accurately, calmly and productively under pressure in order to meet deadlines
- A reliable, resourceful, resilient approach that is practical and solution focused
- The ability to work alone and as part of a team
- Strong numeracy skills coupled with business acumen as you will be managing budgets, reviewing quotes, organising Year End accounts etc
- Excellent IT skills as you will be using Microsoft Office packages i.e. Word, Outlook, Excel as well as bespoke Property Management software packages QUBE and Fixflo.
Property Manager - Block - Benefits
In return for your commitment and dedication, we offer a:
- Competitive salary of £40k + per annum
- Travel allowance for off site visits
- Laptop and Mobile Phone
- Generous holiday entitlement of 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Commitment to staff training and development and CPD
- Real chance for progression and increased responsibility
If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience, click on Apply today and forward an up-to-date copy of your CV along with a Covering Letter for consideration.
No Agencies Please.
Property Manager, Block / Commercial in Northwich employer: All The Top Bananas
Join a well-established firm of Chartered Surveyors and Property Managers in Northwich, where you will enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and a commitment to ongoing training, this role offers a rewarding opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio while working alongside dedicated professionals in a dynamic environment.
