At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and enhance a diverse property portfolio across the Humber region.
- Company: Join the UK's largest ports operator, transforming the future of ports and property.
- Benefits: Generous remuneration, employer pension, private health insurance, and a welcoming environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Influence asset strategy and collaborate across diverse sectors in a high-profile role.
- Qualifications: MRICS qualified with experience in commercial or industrial property management.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year. It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future. We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.
At ABP, we’re reimagining the future of ports and property. As the UK’s largest ports operator, we own and manage a diverse and strategically important property portfolio across the Humber – one of the UK’s most significant industrial and logistics hubs. We are now looking for an MRICS-qualified Estates Manager to join our Humber Property Team, playing a key role in managing and enhancing the value of our commercial and industrial estate.
The Role
As Estates Manager, you will provide both operational and strategic estate management expertise, supporting the performance and growth of a varied property portfolio. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver strong commercial outcomes while maintaining best-in-class estate management practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Estate & Portfolio Management
- Manage the day-to-day operation of a commercial and industrial property portfolio across the Humber
- Undertake regular property inspections to ensure compliance and standards are maintained
- Support the development and delivery of asset management strategies to enhance value and returns
- Undertake annual asset and investment valuations in line with IFRS requirements
- Lease & Landlord & Tenant
- Lead on lease negotiations, including renewals, rent reviews and restructures
- Ensure landlord and tenant compliance across the estate
- Maintain accurate records of leases and key events such as rent reviews and expiries
- Financial & Commercial Performance
- Support rent collection and arrears management
- Identify opportunities for income growth and cost efficiencies
- Contribute to the annual budgeting process and financial planning
- Stakeholder Management
- Act as a key point of contact for tenants, occupiers and stakeholders
- Build strong relationships across commercial, operations, engineering and legal functions
- Collaborate with internal teams to support new and existing business opportunities
- Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with statutory, health & safety, and building regulations
- Promote a strong Health & Safety culture across the estate
About You
You’ll be a commercially minded property professional with the confidence to operate in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
Essential
- MRICS qualified (or equivalent)
- Proven experience in commercial and/or industrial property management
- Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant matters
- Experience or exposure to asset/investment valuations and IFRS standards
Desirable
- RICS Registered Valuer (VRS)
- Experience working in a client-side or portfolio ownership environment
- Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
- A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach
Why Join ABP?
- Work on a high-profile, strategically significant estate within the Humber
- Be part of a forward-thinking property team supporting major UK infrastructure
- Opportunity to influence asset strategy and long-term value creation
- Collaborate across a diverse business spanning ports, logistics, energy and development
When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits. Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also. We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment. As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS).
Estates Manager employer: Associated British Ports
At ABP, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the Humber Region where innovation meets tradition. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our supportive culture and opportunities for professional development, ensuring that you can thrive while managing a diverse property portfolio. With competitive salaries and fantastic benefits, joining our team means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration and strategic impact in one of the UK's most significant industrial hubs.
