Senior Transaction Manager

At Believ, formerly known as Liberty Charge, we believe sustainable transport should be accessible to everyone. We’re a Charge Point Operator (CPO) on a mission to create the UK’s most reliable electric vehicle charging network that doesn’t cost the earth and leaves no one behind.

We work closely with local authorities and businesses to deliver reliable, high quality charging networks at pace, at scale and at zero cost. We offer all the advantages of being a scale-up business, but with the added security and long-term backing from well-known parents - Liberty Global and Zouk Capital.

You’ll be joining this exciting journey at the start of our scale-up phase, and work with us to hit the ambitious targets our shareholders have set. You’ll become part of a passionate and supportive team in a fast-paced, dynamic and result-driven environment.

About the role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated individual with relevant experience to take on the role of Transaction Manager, specifically focusing on EV Charging transactions in the UK. This individual will also provide real estate support to the wider team in order to achieve our EV targets. The chosen candidate will have the responsibility of overseeing the end-to-end process for all real estate transactions, starting from the initial agreement all the way through the legal procedures until the deal is finalized. This position plays a critical role in our efforts to expand our network of EV charging stations throughout the United Kingdom. The role reports to the Director of Property, who in turn reports directly to the CEO. The property team will include a junior surveyor who will support the Transaction Manager.

Key tasks

• Oversee the delivery of the end-to-end transactions which support the roll out of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, including freehold and leasehold land acquisitions.
• Manage the brokers who are responsible for securing opportunities to ensure all feasible opportunities are converted and are managed with speed to completion.
• Assess the feasibility of proposed schemes and have regard for matters such as tenure, boundary issues, existing tenancies and restrictions/covenants.
• Work with the Design & Engineering team to help evaluate suitable land parcel opportunities and create initial layout designs ahead of landlord and developer consultation.
• Internal and external stakeholder management - working in conjunction with the wider internal team as well as third-party contractors to deliver the programme.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies for optimising internal processes and maximise efficiency.
• Awareness of where/when wayleaves/easements are required and the negotiation thereof.
• Proactively refine and adapt the processes in place to ensure an efficient, speedy transaction process.
• Support in the due diligence process for potential sites, including title searches, surveys, environmental assessments, and other necessary investigations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date transaction records and documentation.

About you

At Believ, we are building a culture that attracts and retains the best talent. We are a dedicated and high-performing team, accustomed to working at pace in an ever-evolving industry, and we are looking for people who are as passionate as us about cutting carbon emissions and providing cleaner air for all. The successful candidate will have the following attributes and skills:

• An interest and passion for the renewable energy sector.
• Real estate professional with a minimum of 5 years’ experience.
• Proven track record in successful delivery of transactions in the UK.
• Understand UK landlord and tenant legislation.
• Experience working with solicitors and providing property expertise for contracts, leases, etc.
• Ability to balance work across a range of projects / transactions.
• Self-motivated and a willingness to learn.
• Enthusiastic and proactive.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships both internally and externally.
• Team player who can also work independently.
• High levels of numeracy and IT literacy.
• Good analytical skills, with attention to detail.
• Strong approach to problem solving and ability to bring and present new ideas and potential solutions to challenges – ability to unlock transactions that aren’t progressing.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme.
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus the usual 8 UK Bank Holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year.
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical insurance, critical illness cover, dental, optical & travel insurance, income protection and life assurance.
• Pension contribution matched up to 10%.
• Access to our car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme.
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
• 16 hours a year Volunteer Time Off to support causes that are important to you.
• Virgin Media / O2 discounts and offers.
• Access to VIP Arena Suites at the O2 Arena (London) and First Direct Arena (Leeds).
• Enhanced parental leave policies.

Location

The business is currently based in our office in Southwark. The position is full time, hybrid with 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) based in the office. Believ is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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