Estates Manager

Estates Manager

Full-Time 55000 - 65000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Beach Baker Property Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage a nationwide retail portfolio and negotiate lease renewals and rent reviews.
  • Company: Join a well-established, privately owned retail business with a strong brand.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a salary of £55,000 - £65,000 and a strong wider benefits package.
  • Other info: The position is based in West London with hybrid working options.
  • Why this job: This role offers significant influence on decision-making within a high-performing team.
  • Qualifications: MRICS qualified with 3-5 years' experience in retail property is required.

The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.

Beach Baker is delighted to be working with a well-established, privately owned retail business to recruit an Estates Surveyor into their London-based team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing, close-knit property team responsible for a significant UK & Ireland store portfolio across shopping centres, retail parks and high streets. The business has undergone a period of transformation, with a refined estate strategy and strong recent performance. You will work closely with senior leadership, playing a key role in driving value and performance across the portfolio.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing a nationwide retail portfolio, supporting the delivery of the overall property strategy
  • Negotiating lease renewals, rent reviews, regears and new store acquisitions directly with landlords and agents
  • Working closely with finance teams to appraise deals and assess store profitability
  • Liaising with legal teams to ensure transactions are delivered efficiently and cost-effectively
  • Collaborating with internal stakeholders to support store refits and new openings
  • Managing relationships with landlords, managing agents and external consultants
  • Supporting on rating and service charge matters alongside specialist advisors
  • Sharing market insight and contributing to strategic decision-making

Why Apply?

  • Join a well-established, privately owned business with a strong brand and clear direction
  • Highly commercial client-side role with real influence on decision-making
  • Broad exposure across acquisitions, asset management and estate optimisation
  • Small, collaborative team with excellent support and development opportunities
  • Clear scope to grow within the role and business

What We're Looking For:

  • MRICS qualified
  • 3-5 years' experience in retail property, either in private practice or client-side
  • Strong landlord & tenant experience, including rent reviews and lease renewals
  • Commercial mindset with the ability to link property decisions to business performance
  • Confident negotiator with excellent communication skills
  • Organised and able to work at pace across a busy portfolio

Package & Benefits:

  • £55,000 - £65,000
  • Hybrid working (West London office, 2-3 days per week)
  • Strong wider benefits package
  • Excellent long-term progression opportunities

Estates Manager employer: Beach Baker Property Recruitment

This privately owned retail business is located in West London and offers a strong brand with clear direction. The small, collaborative property team provides excellent support and development opportunities, ensuring a dynamic work environment.

Beach Baker Property Recruitment

Contact Details:

Beach Baker Property Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Estates Manager

MRICS qualification
Retail Property Experience
Landlord & Tenant Experience
Lease Negotiation
Rent Review Management
Commercial Mindset
Negotiation Skills