Block Manager - Harrow - £50,000 to £55,000

My client, a growing property business with an expanding portfolio of residential and commercial developments, is seeking a Portfolio Manager to come in and help the department.

Key Responsibilities:
*Manage a portfolio of residential properties let on ASTs in line with legislation and best practice
*Handle tenant onboarding, referencing, check-ins, and check-outs
*Manage tenancy renewals, notices, and terminations
*Act as the main point of contact for tenants, dealing with day-to-day issues professionally
*Coordinate repairs and maintenance, managing contractors and suppliers
*Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, including gas, electricity, EPCs, and safety regulations
*Monitor rent collection and manage arrears where required
*Take ownership of strategies to minimise void periods and loss of rental income
*Implement clear systems for managing properties when tenants hand back
*Carry out early inspections once notice is served or lease expiry is known
*Prepare and manage statements of works to return units to lettable condition quickly
*Coordinate contractors to deliver works efficiently and cost-effectively
*Ensure properties are ready to re-let immediately upon handback
*Proactively line up replacement tenants ahead of vacancies
*Negotiate new leases well in advance where tenant changes are anticipated
*Manage smooth handovers between outgoing and incoming tenants
*Track voids, rental impact, and performance metrics
*Local authorities
*Housing associations
*Temporary accommodation providers
*Assisted living and care operators
*Negotiate, renew, and manage lease agreements
*Handle lease re-gears, extensions, and variations
*Liaise with legal advisors on lease documentation
*Able to manage Temporary accommodation tenants and contracts directly with the council
*Have experience working with and procuring for the London Boroughs
*Understand the various portals for the TA market, e.g. Adam housing
*Able to onboard our business with various Boroughs for Temporary accommodation and other lease types
*Understand the LA requirements for rental units, finishes, leases (able to amend and adapt), maintenance and licenses
*Work with LA’s and existing HA’s for handback and switch to direct LA’s

Requirements:
*Minimum 3 years’ experience in Property Management (residential experience essential, commercial experience desirable)
*Strong knowledge of leasehold legislation, service charges, and compliance matters
*Experience working with local councils and housing brokers
*Solid understanding of building maintenance, insurance, and contractor management
*IRPM qualification (or working towards) desirable but not essential
*Excellent organisational, negotiation, and communication skills
*Commercially aware with a proactive, growth-focused mindset
*Comfortable working independently and managing your own time
*Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
*Ambitious and seeking a long-term role with genuine career progression


Salary : £50,000 - £55,000
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 6pm, Office-based (onsite parking available)

For more information, please contact Alfie from the Property Management team at Dove & Hawk Property recruitment.



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