Head Office and Regional Roles

Purpose of the Role

To be responsible for the overall management of the Company’s commercial, residential and investment portfolio to satisfy the objectives set by the Board of Directors, to preserve and enhance the value and integrity of the portfolio and to meet appropriate financial objectives.

The current portfolio comprises 170 retail stores, 6 residential flats and 12 investment properties.

Key Responsibilities

To lead, develop and support the Company’s property portfolio strategy by;

· negotiating rent reviews and lease renewals

· monitoring service charges and third party insurance invoices and challenge landlords when levels are inaccurate, do not reflect the terms of the lease or are unsustainable

· acquisition and disposal of leases as required for the needs of the business

· negotiating dilapidations at lease expiry

· preparing annual budget statements and monthly Board reports

· managing the investment portfolio to maximise yield and value

· liaising with the Health & Safety Officer to ensure compliance with regulations to minimise risks to customers and staff

· maintaining an accurate and up to date property management database

· maintaining compliance with ESOS

Experience

• Ideally 5 years+ MRICS qualified with experience of a multi-site retail organisation
• Experience of lease renewal & rent review negotiations with a good grasp of the L&T 1954 Act
• This role will suit someone who wants to lead and take charge of the property management side of a retail business. You may have many years experience or alternatively be looking for the your first “head of” leadership role
• You will have overall responsibility for all aspects, from the micro detail of compiling rental evidence and getting new/existing leases agreed and signed, to the macro strategy planning required to manage a widely spread estate.

Competencies

• A strong negotiator with commercial acumen
• Able to communicate thoughtfully and with precision (written & verbal)
• Tenacious, driven, multi-tasker who can manage multiple tasks simultaneously and is a pragmatic problem solver
• Ability to work with and influence senior managers and directors
• Full UK driving licence
• Willing to travel with occasional overnight stays