Estates Manager
We're working with a leading UK retail business to recruit an Estates Manager to join their established property team.
This is a high-profile role within a large, complex estate where you'll act as a key commercial partner to the wider business. You'll work closely with teams across property, finance, legal and operations, helping to drive value, manage cost and optimise performance across a diverse portfolio.
This opportunity would suit an experienced Estates Manager who combines strong technical property knowledge with commercial awareness and the confidence to influence stakeholders. Experience in retail or hospitality estate management is essential.
As an Estates Manager, you'll take ownership of a varied and commercially focused workload across an established portfolio.
You'll be responsible for managing landlord relationships, overseeing lease events and ensuring the estate is delivering maximum value while supporting wider business objectives. This Estates Manager role requires someone who can operate with autonomy and a commercial mindset. Hybrid working
Key Responsibilities
* Negotiating with landlords to secure the best commercial terms across rent reviews, lease renewals and wider property matters
* Managing external agents and advisors to ensure delivery on time and within budget
* Advising internal stakeholders on lease obligations, dilapidations and property strategy
* Supporting and delivering on key business projects across the estate
* Financially appraising property transactions and preparing business cases
* Supporting the preparation and management of the annual property budget
* Actively managing a sublet portfolio and identifying opportunities to optimise performance
What We're Looking For
* MRICS qualified
* Strong background in retail or hospitality estate management
* Proven experience negotiating lease events and managing landlord relationships
* Commercially astute with strong financial and analytical skills
* Confident working cross-functionally and influencing stakeholders
* Self-motivated, driven and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
The Person
* Commercial thinker who can spot opportunities to add value
* Collaborative and able to work effectively across multiple teams
* Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture
* Resilient and comfortable managing a varied, high-volume workload
The Package
* Salary up to 70,000 + bonus, car and benefits
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