Job Description
Head of Acquisitions – Retail Expansion (UK-wide)
Full-time | £Negotiable
Are you ready to lead strategic property expansion for a fast-growing retail brand? A dynamic and ambitious retail business – operating nationally and opening new flagship locations across the UK – is seeking a Head of Acquisitions to define, drive and deliver its next phase of store growth.
What you’ll be doing
1. Develop and implement a comprehensive UK-wide expansion strategy, in line with the business’s growth ambitions.
2. Identify high-priority markets and regions, analyse current site performance and refine location strategy for optimal returns.
3. Create and manage a pipeline of new site opportunities aligned to annual opening targets.
4. Source, evaluate and assess potential retail locations using demographic, economic and competitive data.
5. Negotiate lease terms, purchase agreements and partner relationships with landlords, brokers and external agents.
6. Oversee and coach external real estate agents to ensure excellent delivery, efficiency and alignment to the business’s objectives.
7. Lead due diligence: site visits, planning reviews, financial modelling, risk analysis and legal/regulatory compliance.
8. Manage acquisition budgets, forecast costs and trac...