Acquisitions / estate manager

Job Description

Acquisitions / Estate Manager

North West London | Office-based with regular, UK travel | Hospitality Portfolio

We are working with a well-established, privately owned property and hospitality group with a growing portfolio across restaurants, hotels, and commercial property investments.

As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking an Acquisitions / Estate Manager to play a key role in identifying, negotiating, and securing new sites that support long-term growth.

The Role:

Based from the North West London head office, this role will be responsible for managing acquisitions activity across a broad territory, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and securing new sites across restaurant, hotel, and wider commercial property portfolios
• Managing the full acquisition process end-to-end: sourcing, Heads of Terms, feasibility, planning, and legal
• Building strong relationships with agents, developers, landlords, local authorities, and professional advisors
• Carrying out site appraisals, demographic analysis, and financial assessments
• Negotiating commercially robust deals that deliver long-term value
• Maintaining a strong pipeline of future opportunities aligned to business strategy
• Working collaboratively with internal teams including legal, construction, and operations
• Supporting strategic decision-making with clear, well-structured recommendations

About You:

You are likely to bring:

• Proven experience in acquisitions, estate management, or property development
• Background in multi-site retail, hospitality, leisure, or hotel environments
• Strong commercial awareness and confident negotiation skills
• Experience managing multiple projects across a wide geographic territory
• Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, privately owned business
• MRICS qualification preferred but not essential

Why Apply:

• Join a stable, family-owned business with long-term growth ambitions
• High-profile role with direct influence on portfolio expansion
• Exposure to a diverse mix of assets including restaurants, hotels, and investment property
• Collaborative, hands-on culture with strong senior leadership access

Ready to take the next step?If you're looking for a hands-on role with variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing family business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out to Lucy Wynn on or for a confidential conversation.

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