Head of Estates – Multi-Site Retail Portfolio | UK-Wide | Hybrid
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for property? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site environment where no two days are the same? If you're ready to lead a high-performing estates function and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re on the lookout for a commercially minded Head of Estates to proactively manage our leasehold property portfolio. This is a high-impact role where you’ll shape and deliver our estates strategy, drive value through smart asset management, and lead a capable team of property professionals.
You’ll be joining a collaborative and fast-paced business that’s always evolving. We offer a hybrid working model, with 2–3 days a week based at our Wakefield head office, a supportive culture, and the opportunity to shape the future of our property estate.
Role Responsibilities
* Leading the estates strategy – store expansion, rationalisation, and everything in between.
* Managing our leasehold portfolio – lease renewals, rent reviews, break clauses, and more.
* Negotiating with landlords and agents to secure the best possible terms.
* Ownership of budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving opportunities.
* Ensuring compliance across the board – legal and regulatory.
* Building strong relationships with internal teams and external partners alike.
The Ideal Candidate
* A proven track record managing a large, dynamic, and diverse portfolio – ideally in retail or leisure.
* Deep knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation.
* Strong commercial instincts and negotiation skills.
* A natural leader who can inspire and develop a high-performing team.
* Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and external consultants.
* A full UK driving licence – travel to sites across the estate will be part of the role (company car provided).
About the Company
Card Factory is the UK’s leading specialist retailer of greeting cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland. In 2020, we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy, including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer. This strategy involves significant investment into our colleagues across the business, creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey.
In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being.
* 25% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online
* Financial Wellbeing Support
o Financial Education Tools
o Salary Advance
* Seasonal incentive schemes
* Opportunity to apply for Retail Apprenticeships
* Access to blended learning and development content
* Discounts across 100’s of UK retailers
* Employee Assistance Programme – access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing
This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role aligns with your career aspirations, click apply now.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment, as applications will be reviewed regularly.
Location: Century House, Brunel Road, Wakefield, 41 Industrial Estate, United Kingdom
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