Location: Northwich, CW9 7UD
Salary: £35k -£40K + Benefits p.a.
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 09:00 - 17:30, Monday to Friday, plus occasional evenings
Are you ready for a challenging and rewarding role? A well-established firm specializing in Chartered Surveying, Commercial Property Management, and Residential Block Management is looking for a dedicated Property Manager to join our dynamic team. With offices in London, Manchester, and Cheshire, you'll be managing a varied portfolio in the North West, including mixed-use commercial premises such as shops, offices, and residential properties.
Role Overview: As a Property Manager, you'll ensure your portfolio meets the highest standards, adhering to RICS Codes of Practice, ARMA rules, Landlord/Tenant legislation, and relevant Management Agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Build strong relationships with Directors, Residents/Leaseholders, Landlords/Tenants, Contractors, and more through various communication channels.
- Conduct property inspections, maintaining Health and Safety compliance.
- Resolve property-related issues with proactive and reactive maintenance tasks.
- Attend meetings, draft minutes, and prepare Annual Service Charge Budgets.
- Source and manage Contractors for maintenance works and emergency repairs.
- Draft and serve Section 20 notices, manage Major Works projects, and analyze leases.
- Support on-site and off-site Caretaking staff.
- Respond to pre-assignment enquiries, providing accurate and timely information.
- Maintain accurate records using software packages like Qube and Fixflo.
Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years' experience in Commercial/Residential Block Management.
- Ideally, a recognized professional qualification relevant to the property sector.
- Strong knowledge of Commercial/Residential Block Management rules and legislation.
- Proven experience in a busy, target-driven environment.
- Excellent client care commitment, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Highly organized with excellent time management and multitasking abilities.
- Self-motivated, can-do attitude, with the ability to work under pressure.
- Strong numeracy skills and business acumen.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software (QUBE, Fixflo).
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of £35k - £40K
- Travel allowance for off-site visits
- Laptop and Mobile Phone
- Generous holiday entitlement (25 days + Bank Holidays)
- Contributory Pension Scheme
- Commitment to staff training, development, and CPD
- Real chance for progression and increased responsibility