Associate, Commercial Property Management in Bristol

Founded in 1896, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 markets, 600+ offices, and 20,000+ people. At the heart of all we do are our clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property.

Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, and everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation.

About The Role

Knight Frank is the leading independent property consultancy in the UK, offering agency and professional advice across Commercial, Residential, and Rural sectors. Based in our Bristol office, the Property Asset Management department is looking to recruit an Associate to manage a regional portfolio. This is a senior role with direct portfolio responsibility and an expectation to contribute to business development activity to support portfolio growth.

Responsibilities include:

• Drive business development and contribute to portfolio growth.
• Deliver high-quality client reporting and specialist property management advice.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients to uphold the professional image of the Partnership.
• Provide proactive, hands-on asset and property management for a mixed-use regional portfolio.
• Take full responsibility for asset management advice, including lease events and value-enhancement opportunities.
• Liaise with client accountants to review rent-raising reports and ensure timely rent and service charge demands.
• Work with credit controllers to manage rent collection, arrears recovery, and payment plans.
• Prepare annual service charge budgets and reconciliations, and monitor expenditure in collaboration with building managers, FM teams, and client accountants.
• Instruct and liaise with building managers/FM and consultants on repairs, maintenance programmes, and refurbishment projects.
• Coordinate with insurance brokers for annual renewals and manage insurance claims.
• Build strong landlord-tenant relationships, acting as the main point of contact and conducting regular property inspections.
• Oversee tenant fit-out approvals and manage applications for alterations, subletting, assignments, and wayleaves in liaison with client solicitors.
• Execute lease transactions directly or oversee other departments/third-party advisers where necessary.
• Produce concise, high-quality reports and communicate effectively with clients both in writing and face-to-face.
• Proactively manage consultant and contractor relationships and collaborate with other Knight Frank departments.
• Maintain a strong understanding of landlord and tenant matters and pursue property management opportunities.
• Apply knowledge of the RICS Professional Statement: Service Charges in Commercial Property to advise clients and colleagues.
• Perform other tasks delegated by Partners as required.

What experience you will need

Qualifications / Education Required:

• Degree educated.
• MRICS.
• Clean UK driving licence (essential).

Career Experience Required:

• Commercial Property Management experience (essential).
• Familiarity with property management software and systems.
• Experience working across a variety of asset classes.

Aptitudes / Skills Required:

• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to achieve and exceed goals.
• Highly motivated, able to manage multiple deadlines and priorities, and capable of directing others where appropriate.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to provide solutions and options in new situations.
• Excellent written communication skills for producing clear, concise, and accurate reports.
• Professional, proactive approach with strong client focus.
• High attention to detail, well-organised, and pragmatic with a common-sense approach.

Competitive salary. Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.