Part-Time Property​/Building Manager

Our client is seeking a Part–Time Property/Building Manager to oversee the management of a luxury residential building in St Johns Wood.

Position: Property/Building Manager (Part–Time)

Salary: GBP
20–25,000 per annum

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 20 hours per week

1. Building & Operational Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for residents on day–to–day management matters
• Arrange, supervise, and follow up on repairs and maintenance
• Instruct and manage contractors and suppliers
• Obtain and assess quotations; recommend contractors to the Board
• Ensure common parts are properly maintained
• Maintain records of works, inspections, and warranties

2. Financial & Accounting Responsibilities

• Receiving and processing invoices
• Making supplier and contractor payments
• Maintaining bookkeeping records (income, expenditure, accruals)
• Reconciling bank statements
• Preparing draft annual budgets for Board review
• Issuing service charge demands
• Tracking service charge receipts and arrears
• Liaising with auditors and responding to audit queries
• Ensuring financial records are properly maintained and accessible

(Use of accounting software and/or digital tools is expected; support and systems will be agreed with the Board.)

• Maintain key statutory and compliance records (insurance, fire safety, health & safety, etc.)
• Assist the Board with governance administration, including:
• Board meeting preparation
• Circulation of papers
• Drafting and storing meeting minutes
• Interface with Companies House and HMRC advisers to ensure filings are made on time
• Maintain the company's digital records and document repository

• Communicate professionally with residents, contractors, advisers, and auditors
• Escalate significant issues or risks promptly to the Board
• Support the Board in maintaining transparent and professional management standards

Essential

• Proven experience in residential property or block management
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Comfortable handling financial administration and bookkeeping
• High level of discretion, integrity, and reliability
• Confident communicator, able to work independently
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office / Google Workspace (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Experience working for a managing agent, estate office, or resident–owned company
• Familiarity with service charge accounting and leasehold management
• Knowledge of Companies House and basic company compliance
• Experience managing a single residential site or small portfolio
• Part–time or flexible working background

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