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