Acquisitions & Estates Manager

Michael Page (UK); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Acquisitions and Estates Manager in Birmingham to lead property acquisitions and manage a diverse retail portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a Chartered Surveyor qualification, strong negotiation skills, and extensive knowledge of the retail property market. This role offers a competitive salary between £75,000 to £85,000 plus additional benefits, and is a great opportunity to advance your career in property management.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday entitlement

Employee benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Extensive knowledge of retail property markets.
• Proven track record in acquisitions and lease renewals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver property acquisitions across UK & ROI.
• Negotiate lease renewals and manage costs.
• Prepare annual budget rents and analyse portfolio performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Property law knowledge

Portfolio management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Chartered Surveyor (RICS)

Degree-level education

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Deliver acquisitions and lease renewals that align with company strategy

Manage the leases and overall asset portfolio

About Our Client

Our client are a well established organisation within the retail industry, known for managing a diverse property portfolio. They are looking for an Acquisitions and Estates Manager to join their property division.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead property acquisitions across multiple countries, primarily UK & ROI.
• Negotiate lease renewals, rent payments, and service charges to optimise portfolio costs.
• Secure landlord consents and relevant permits for store openings, refits, and shopfitting.
• Manage repairing liabilities and dilapidation claims to limit financial exposure.
• Prepare annual budget rents and conduct portfolio performance analysis.
• Deliver disposals, regears, and ongoing portfolio management aligned with KPIs and budgets.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and maintain strong relationships with external consultants, solicitors, landlords, and other key partners.
• Influence and support property strategy development by country.
• Maintain a professional reputation for the department within the external market.

The Successful Applicant

Qualifications & Experience

• Chartered Surveyor (RICS) or equivalent qualification with at least 5 years post-qualification experience.
• Degree-level education or equivalent.
• Extensive knowledge of the retail property market, particularly in full-price High Street and Factory Outlet environments.
• Proven track record in acquisitions, lease renewals, and multi-site retail property portfolio management.
• Strong negotiation skills with successful property transaction experience.
• Proficient in property law and legal frameworks across key European markets.
• Advanced skills in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary of approximately £75,000 to £85,000 per annum, plus package.
• A fixed-term contract offering valuable experience within the retail industry.
• Opportunities to work in a key role within property & facilities management.
• Generous holiday entitlement and additional employee benefits.

If you're ready to advance your career as an Acquisitions & Estates Manager in the retail industry, we encourage you to apply today!