Asset Manager: Logistics Real Estate Growth & Strategy

CIH International Housing Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mileway, Birmingham, seeks an Asset Manager to own asset management strategy for a portfolio, drive leasing, and enhance financial performance. You will collaborate with Asset Management, Property Management, Development and Finance, building relationships with occupiers and advisers.

Three days a week in the Birmingham office and a proactive, results‑driven mindset are required. The role emphasizes delivering long‑term value, managing budgets and participating in regional plans, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Relevant professional experience in asset management, commercial property, leasing, valuation or related real estate discipline.
• Strong understanding of CRE fundamentals, preferably gained within the industrial, logistics or wider commercial property sector.
• Demonstrable experience of managing leasing transactions, business plans, budgets and asset-level performance.
• Strong analytical, financial and commercial capabilities, with experience interpreting property data, valuations and financial models.
• A track record of identifying opportunities, developing clear recommendations and delivering measurable improvements in asset performance.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder-management skills, with the confidence to manage relationships with occupiers, agents, advisers and internal teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• A bachelor's degree in a RICS-accredited discipline or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• MRICS qualification is required.
• A proactive, hands-on and results-oriented approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work both independently and collaboratively.
• A full, clean UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel across the regional portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the asset management strategy and business plans for an allocated portfolio, ensuring alignment with Mileway's regional and wider business objectives.
• Lead leasing activity across the portfolio, including new lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, lease restructures, surrenders and associated capital expenditure.
• Negotiate commercial lease terms and work closely with legal advisers to ensure transactions are documented and completed efficiently.
• Monitor the operational and financial performance of assets, identifying risks, emerging trends and opportunities to improve returns.
• Develop and implement strategies to maximise occupancy, rental growth, income security and the long-term value of the portfolio.
• Prepare and manage property budgets, forecasts, asset business plans and performance reports, providing clear recommendations supported by financial and market analysis.
• Identify and deliver value-creation initiatives, including refurbishment, redevelopment, extensions and sustainability improvements.
• Work closely with the Development and Finance teams to assess investment opportunities and ensure projects are delivered in line with approved business plans, budgets and timelines.
• Develop effective marketing and leasing strategies for vacant properties, working with internal teams and external agents to generate demand and convert opportunities into completed lettings.
• Build strong relationships with occupiers, developing a detailed understanding of their operational requirements and identifying opportunities to improve customer satisfaction and retention.
• Manage and maintain effective relationships with regional and national consultants, external property managers, agents, legal advisers and other professional partners.
• Contribute to valuations, hold-sell analyses, investment assessments and other strategic portfolio initiatives.
• Provide timely and accurate portfolio updates to senior stakeholders and contribute to regional performance reviews and decision-making.

Skills

Asset management

Leasing

Valuation

Financial analysis

Stakeholder management

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a RICS-accredited discipline or equivalent

MRICS qualification

Job description

Mileway, Birmingham, seeks an Asset Manager to own asset management strategy for a portfolio, drive leasing, and enhance financial performance. You will collaborate with Asset Management, Property Management, Development and Finance, building relationships with occupiers and advisers.

Three days a week in the Birmingham office and a proactive, results‑driven mindset are required. The role emphasizes delivering long‑term value, managing budgets and participating in regional plans, with a focus on