Lettings Block Manager

Lettings Block Manager - Birmingham City Centre - up to £40k

Are you an accomplished and confident Block Manager looking for an exciting new opportunity? Join a prestigious, long-established lettings and estate agency in the heart of Central Birmingham, where growth and career development are on the horizon!

Our client has built an impressive reputation in the area, providing exceptional services to a diverse clientele. They are now seeking an experienced IRPM qualified Block Manager who is ready to take the reins and contribute to their expanding operation.

The Block Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing property inspections and maintenance, financial management, insurance compliance, and contractor coordination. You will ensure that all properties are well-maintained, compliant with health and safety regulations, and that residents' needs are met efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

Property Inspections and Maintenance:
- Conduct periodic property inspections and compile comprehensive reports for clients, freeholders, and resident committees.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations by maintaining accurate records and actioning results from various risk assessments.
- Oversee contractors’ work and arrange maintenance for all aspects of the property, including external and internal decorations.
- Monitor building management systems and manage emergency repair services as needed.

Financial Management:
- Manage service charge budgets, liaising with clients and the finance team to ensure transparency and agreement.
- Prepare annual accounts and assist in audit preparations while handling leaseholder inquiries about service charges.

Meeting Coordination:
- Attend meetings as required, ensuring effective communication and documentation of decisions made.

Correspondence & Administration:
- Maintain clear communication with clients, landlords, and leaseholders, including completing necessary consultation processes under legal obligations.
- Actively manage complaints and liaise with solicitors when lease breaches occur.

Contractor Management:
- Source and oversee contractors, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards and appropriate qualifications.

What they Offer:
- A collaborative and engaging work environment focused on professional growth.
- Flexible working hours with the potential for extra time for client meetings and AGMs.
- Unique benefits including an annual birthday leave and complimentary two-night stays in our serviced accommodations throughout Birmingham City Centre.
- Additional annual leave accrued after two years of dedicated service.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5:30 pm

The team at Nexus Recruitment are specialists in providing high-quality recruitment solutions across the property sector. With over 60 years of industry experience, we apply a wealth of knowledge and expertise to connect the finest of candidates to the best opportunities in Residential lettings, Estate Agencies, New Homes Sales, Property Management and Financial Services.