Assistant Block Manager

  • X1 Lettings
  • Manchester, Lancashire
  • Nov 25, 2025
Full time Real Estate Management Property Assistant Construction

Job Description

Assistant Block Manager - X1 Sales and Lettings/HaymarketWelcome to X1X1 Sales and Lettings is a successful and rapidly expanding business, with offices in Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester and Kent, an expert team base of over one hundred and thirty and a managed portfolio of over 5000 properties across the Northwest and Kent. We pride ourselves on providing a high quality rental, sales, block management and property management experience whilst building strong and lasting relationships with our tenants and landlords alike.Haymarket is X1's in-house Block Management company, and our shared goal is to develop a culture built around exceptional people, exceptional products and exceptional service. For more information, please visit the X1 Sales Lettings & Haymarket Block Management website or our social media pages.Our valuesWe pride ourselves on developing and rewarding our team and making sure everyone plays a part in the continuing success of our company. We operate by the values of Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, Fun, Compliance and Flexibility. The roleAs an Assistant Block Manager you will be responsible for assisting the Block Management Team with all aspects of block management for the developments within your portfolio across Manchester and Liverpool. You will spend 4 days per week in Manchester and 1 day a week in Liverpool. You must have access to your own vehicle.You will hold responsibility for assisting with the successful running of the operation of the buildings we manage - ensuring they are fully compliant with all legislative requirements, that they are well maintained and presented in pristine condition, and that we are providing fantastic places for people to live, which you are proud to showcase. You will be a problem solver, finding resolutions to large and small scale maintenance projects, with a focus on health and safety. You will also work alongside our finance team to help prepare service charge accounts and budgeting, and will manage the caretakers and maintenance staff working on your sites. This is a dynamic, multi faceted role, so you'll be someone who thrives on handling multiple projects - with no two days, weeks or months the same.What you will bringWe are looking for a highly organised individual, with an eye for detail, great self management skills, someone who is proud of what they do and has a people friendly personality. The successful candidate must have experience within the property industry and a full UK driving licence. Qualifications in at least one of the following: IOSH, ARMA, RICS, IRPM are highly desirable. Experience of managing high-rise buildings over 18m is preferred, but not essential. Experience of working with RTM and RMC buildings would be advantageous.We offerDepending on experience and qualification, we offer a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional paid time off over Christmas. We place great importance and investment in your on-going training and development. All block managers receive regular CPD training and we are happy to sponsor you through IRPM/RICS and other relevant industry qualifications, if you do not already hold them.Department - Block ManagementContract type - PermanentLocation - Manchester 4 days per week with 1 day per week in LiverpoolHours - 9.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Thursday, 9.30am - 4.30pm FridaySalary - £25,000 - £27,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualification levelsREF-