Real Estate Asset Manager

The Asset Manager will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio and optimising asset performance. The role requires a strategic focus on leasing and occupier relationship management, with an emphasis on driving value creation.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established international Real Estate investor-developer with a strong UK presence. They have a demonstrable track record in delivering exciting mixed-use projects with several significant commercial buildings in redevelopment phase in London.

Description

• Reporting to two members of the Senior Leadership Team in London, the Real Estate Asset Manager will be responsible for implementing asset management initiatives across the commercial portfolio.
• Core to this is the strategy and management of leasing initiatives in retail / F&B units:
  • Managing leasing agency partners and their marketing activities and expressions of interest.
  • Taking a strategic view in the selection process for best-fit Tenants to complement a scheme's goals.
• The Asset Manager will also be responsible for the wider day-to-day Estate management aspect of the portfolio including the HQ building, being the key point of contact with all Tenants, Property Managers and Advisors.
• Preparation of internal asset management presentations, slide decks and support materials as well as all necessary reporting requirements.
• Overseeing all asset management initiatives and L&T events.
• Day to day management of all relevant appointed third-party consultants.
• Strategic management of Tenants and their expectations during phased developments, being on-hand to ensure a smooth process.

Profile

The successful Real Estate Asset Manager will have:

• 2-5 years post MRICS qualification experience in commercial Real Estate Asset management.
• Real Estate (or Built Environment) degree.
• Agility and pro-active approach - ability to resolve issues swiftly with a positive commercial outcome.
• Excellent relationship management / Tenant engagement skills, ideally with high-touch experience with premium brands, food & beverage, leisure and hospitality operators and their exacting standards.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as part of a close-knit team.
• Demonstrable knowledge of how asset management initiatives play into the wider success of an Investor-Developer portfolio and reputation to deliver.
• Excellent timekeeping and project management skills.
• Ability to present both verbally and in written reports.

Job Offer

• Competitive basic salary and bonuses
• Pension and benefits
• Autonomy
• Exposure to the development end of the risk curve.
• Career path for growth, additional portfolio responsibilities.