Estates Manager in London

Estates Manager in London

London 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 agreements.
  • Company: Join a well-established, privately owned retail business with a strong brand.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and a strong benefits package.
  • Other info: Excellent long-term progression opportunities in a dynamic environment.
  • Why this job: Influence key decisions in a collaborative team and drive property performance.
  • Qualifications: MRICS qualified with 3-5 years' experience in retail property.

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 in London employer: Beach Baker Property Recruitment

Join a well-established, privately owned retail business in West London, where you will be part of a high-performing and close-knit property team. With a strong focus on employee development and a collaborative work culture, this role offers significant influence on decision-making and the opportunity for long-term career progression within a dynamic environment. Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth.

Beach Baker Property Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Estates Manager in London

MRICS qualified
Retail Property Experience
Landlord & Tenant Experience
Lease Negotiation
Rent Reviews
Store Acquisitions
Financial Appraisal