Associate Director - Property Management

The Opportunity

On behalf of a leading global property consultancy, we’re exclusively retained to recruit an Associate Director to lead the day-to-day management of a high-profile client account within the property management division. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to take on a leadership role within one of the most respected names in the industry, managing a prestigious commercial portfolio and acting as a key interface between the consultancy and their client. If you are a commercially astute and client-focused property professional looking to step up in responsibility or diversify your experience at the top end of the market – this role offers exactly that.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of property management services across a diverse, high-value commercial portfolio on behalf of a flagship client.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the client, ensuring service excellence and strategic alignment.
• Oversee all aspects of financial performance including service charge budgets, reporting, and cost control.
• Work collaboratively with internal departments (leasing, facilities, advisory) to ensure a joined-up, client-centric service.
• Lead, motivate, and support a small team, driving performance and ensuring compliance with best practices.
• Identify areas for continuous improvement and contribute to wider account development.

About You

• MRICS qualified (or equivalent professional experience).
• Demonstrable experience managing commercial property portfolios – ideally within a consultancy or client-side role.
• Strong relationship management skills and proven ability to liaise at senior client level.
• Excellent understanding of service charge management and commercial property legislation.
• Confident communicator with leadership qualities and team management experience.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and commercially aware.

What’s on Offer

• A leadership role within a prestigious and forward-thinking consultancy.
• Direct responsibility for a high-profile client relationship.
• Competitive base salary + bonus + full suite of corporate benefits.
• Career progression into senior leadership, asset management, or wider client strategy roles.
• Hybrid working flexibility and a supportive, high-performance culture.