Property Manager – 35-50 Blocks / 500 Units – Southsea Why This Role? Manage a portfolio 500 units with a supportive team behind you Office-based in Southsea with minimal site visits (annual FRA + ad hoc) Focus on portfolio oversight, client relationships, and service charge management No day-to-day repairs, compliance, or administrative workload The Role We are an established independent block management company in Southsea, seeking an experienced Property Manager to oversee our residential portfolio. You will: Act as the primary point of contact for leaseholders and directors Prepare and oversee service charge budgets Attend occasional meetings, including AGMs Conduct an annual site visit for Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) reviews and occasional ad hoc inspections Ensure developments remain compliant with relevant legislation and health & safety requirements Support Structure: Maintenance Team: Handles all day-to-day repairs and major works, including Section 20 consultations Compliance Officer: Arranges all compliance checks Administrator: Manages invoices and other administrative tasks Site Inspector: Carries out regular site inspections This allows the Property Manager to focus on high-level portfolio management and client service, rather than routine operational or administrative tasks. The Ideal Candidate Experienced in residential block/property management Strong knowledge of service charges and leasehold legislation Excellent organisational and communication skills Proactive and professional IRPM / TPI qualifications desirable but not essential What We Offer Competitive salary depending on experience Friendly, supportive working environment Opportunity to manage a large portfolio without operational overload Ongoing training and professional development Location: Office-based in Southsea, minimal site visits

About the company

Cosgroves
Portsmouth, South East
At Cosgroves Block Management, we believe great property management starts with great people. From our Southsea-based office, our experienced team delivers a professional, transparent and genuinely personal service to freeholders, leaseholders and resident-led management companies across the South Coast. As a proud member of The Property Institute (TPI), we are committed to the highest standards of professionalism, continuous training and ethical practice in an otherwise unregulated sector. We manage everything from small converted buildings to large purpose-built blocks and mixed estates, always with the same focus: making life simpler for the people who live there. If you value clarity, integrity and local expertise, Cosgroves offers a supportive environment where your skills can truly make a difference.