Interim Commercial Property Manager
Location: Barking Town Hall
Contract: 6 Months, Temporary
Hours: 35 per week, Monday - Friday
Rate: £500 per day (Umbrella)
About the Role
Adecco are recruiting for an experienced Interim Commercial Property Manager to join the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham. This role will provide commercial property expertise to maximise the Council's property investment portfolio and support the delivery of a new strategic asset management structure and programme.
The portfolio covers retail, leisure, office, industrial, and ancillary residential assets.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the day-to-day management of the Council's commercial property portfolio.
Carry out property inspections to assess condition and value.
Monitor rent collection and property management, ensuring income targets are achieved.
Manage leasing and Landlord & Tenant activity, working with third-party advisors.
Develop a lease event management programme for renewals, expiries, and new lettings.
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards.
Identify service, data, and system gaps, providing expert guidance.
Maximise occupancy, value for money, and financial efficiency.
Support budget management and income forecasting.
Produce detailed reports and financial analysis for stakeholders.
Contribute to new asset management structures and long-term plans.
Collaborate with Council subsidiaries to deliver strategic property objectives.
Represent the Council internally and externally as a subject matter expert.
Provide direction and leadership to staff to achieve agreed outcomes.
What We're Looking For
Significant experience managing diverse commercial property portfolios.
Strong understanding of landlord & tenant law, leasing, and compliance.
Excellent financial, analytical, and budget management skills.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
Proactive, solutions-driven mindset with the ability to deliver improvements
Apply Now:
If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client.
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