Estates Manager - Client side

About the RoleA rare and exciting client-side opportunity has arisen for an Estates Manager to join this growing in-house Property Team. As the Estates Manager, you will report to the Property Director and will be responsible for all estate matters across the Estate.You will be responsible for supporting with the overall delivery of the property strategy and the day-to-day management of the estate. You will be required to drive value through negotiating asset management opportunities and keep property expenditure to a minimum through management of external consultants and leveraging landlord relationships.For leasehold sites, you will be required to manage all building work relating to lease obligations, including works associated with dilapidations, service charge and insurance requirements and any ad-hoc building works that may be required from time to time. You will be required to liaise with Landlord's and/or Managing Agents to ensure all building related lease obligations are fulfilled and maintained at all times.You will ideally be based in the North West and within commuting distance from head office in Chester, although due to the nature of the role, frequent travel is to be expected.What's in it for you?Annual bonusPensionLife assurance30% employee discount for you and your friends and familyPrivate healthcareTusker car scheme (self-sacrifice)Perkbox membership with some great lifestyle discountsKey ResponsibilitiesLead commercial negotiations on asset management events, leveraging the value of the brand and the financial strength to mitigate property costs and drive profitability.Full understanding of all lease and legal documentation with the ability to advise on the position and the responsibilities of the businessProactively manage the external business rates surveyors, service charge & insurance consultants to drive down property costsManagement of any lease renewals, exits and disposals including negotiation of reduction of dilapidationsOwnership of estates matters and reporting whilst ensuring the property database is fully updated at all timesProactive management of the full estates portfolio, to include day to day property management, invoicing and managing freehold and leasehold responsibilitiesTaking full responsibility of the leasehold rent approvals to ensure it is signed off and processed in a timely manner, working with the finance teamResponsibility of ensuring all property cost invoices are reviewed/approved in a timely manner with the support of external consultantsSupport the refurbishment of properties by assisting with planning permissions, licences to alter and any ad hoc requirements to ensure programmes are met and works are documented correctly.Support the central risk and facilities teams with any property related matters to ensure the estate is always fully compliantSupport on financial year budgeting by reviewing current spend analysis and providing recommendations for risk managementPreparation of Estates reports for monthly Exec meetingsExperience and Skills to includeExtensive experience of managing all commercial estates mattersClear understanding of statutory compliance and regulationsAbility to compile, review, control and implement budgetsProject and cost managementCommercial acumenRisk managementExcellent communication skills and a strong team playerStrong negotiation skillsConfident dealing with senior stakeholders in the businessSelf-starter with the ability to work on their own initiativeStrong organisational skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise work loadQualifications RequiredClear understanding of Planning Regulations and commercial lease requirements. Knowledge of relevant built environment-related legislation is essential, both statutory and mandatory.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or call us now on 0151 242 0743.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Created: 2025-09-11