Senior Block Manager in Oxford

Salary dependent on experience range circa £40-50K. Full time, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (some evening work).

The opportunity

This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to join the Asset Management team of an independent, forward thinking property business at their head office in Oxford. This is a company that prides itself on being dynamic rather than corporate, with a close knit team that genuinely supports one another through a fast paced, varied working environment. They are looking for an experienced Block or Property Manager to take on a portfolio of properties across Oxfordshire, bringing strong budgeting and customer service skills to a role where no two days look the same.

About the role

You will be the key point of contact for leaseholders and residents across your portfolio, balancing day to day management with longer term planning around major works, budgets, and compliance. Expect regular site visits, client meetings, and the occasional evening commitment, alongside genuine ownership of how your properties are run. This is a business that invests in its people, with on the job training, career progression, and the IT infrastructure to let you work efficiently and deliver a genuinely high level of service to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage leaseholder correspondence and circulate updates to residents on management issues.
• Attend client meetings, including some evening work, taking minutes where required.
• Carry out regular site inspections, meetings and surveys in line with contractual obligations.
• Oversee day to day, contracted and cyclical maintenance.
• Prepare and agree scopes of works for simple repairs, and support the project management of major works alongside surveyors and other professionals.
• Manage Section 20 consultations for major works.
• Prepare service charge budgets and manage expenditure against them throughout the year, reporting as required.
• Ensure Health and Safety regulations are followed and recommendations implemented.
• Handle insurance matters, including claims, renewals and policy enquiries, in line with regulations.
• Co-ordinate legal proceedings relating to service charge arrears and other lease breaches.
• Review and develop estate management policy and procedure.
• Keep up to date with changes in legislation and working practice.
• Support colleagues across the team as needed.

What we are looking for

• Reliable and honest, with strong communication skills and the ability to listen and respond appropriately.
• Confident taking initiative and responsibility.
• A genuine team player who builds strong working relationships with colleagues, clients, residents and contractors.
• Flexible, well organised, and a strong multitasker able to prioritise effectively.

Qualifications

Candidates should ideally hold a relevant qualification, with development support available for the right person. TPI or RICS qualification preferred.

Why this role stands out

• An independent, forward thinking and dynamic company.
• A professional, high quality working environment.
• A close knit team who genuinely support one another.
• A fast paced environment where no two days are the same.
• Strong IT infrastructure to help you work efficiently and deliver excellent client service.
• On the job training and genuine career progression.

This is a business that offers real variety, autonomy, and the chance to build a long term career in a supportive, professional environment. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions. Documented evidence of eligibility will be required from all candidates.