Associate Director, Automotive & Roadside

Colliers International EMEA; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate services provider is seeking an Associate Director in Birmingham to lead property advisory services in the automotive sector. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Real Estate, MRICS membership, and a strong background in valuation and consultancy. Responsibilities include managing client relationships and delivering high-quality consultancy projects. Candidates must possess excellent analytical and communication skills, along with a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of typically 5+ years in relevant field.
• Strong skills in client management and business development.
• In-depth knowledge of valuation and landlord and tenant principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and oversee valuations and feasibility assessments.
• Lead consultancy projects ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Client management

Business development

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Valuation skills

Education

Degree in Real Estate, Property, or related discipline

Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Tools

Valuation software (Argus, Kel)

Job description

Company Description

Colliers is a leading commercial real estate services company, providing a full range of services to real estate occupiers, developers, and investors on a local, national and international basis. Services include brokerage sales and leasing (landlord and tenant representation), real estate management, valuation, consulting, project management, project marketing and research.

We provide our services across the core sectors (office, industrial, retail and hotel) as well as many specialised property types.

The UK business is headquartered in London, with over 1200 specialists throughout 16 offices across the UK and Ireland.

Job Description

Based in our Birmingham or Bristol office, the Associate Director, Automotive and Roadside, will play a key leadership role within our specialist property consultancy team, focusing on advising clients across the automotive, roadside, and mobility sectors. This position is responsible for delivering high-quality property advisory services including valuation, landlord and tenant, and strategic consultancy across a range of assets such as vehicle dealerships, petrol filling stations, EV charging hubs, and roadside retail.

The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise with commercial insight. Whilst sector‑specific knowledge would be an advantage, guidance and support will be provided.

Travel throughout the UK will be required, although most travel will be a more regional (Midlands and South) basis. Therefore, a full UK driving licence is required.

Key Responsibilities

Client Advisory & Project Delivery

• Valuation: Conduct and oversee valuations, feasibility assessments, and due diligence for single assets and portfolios for purchase sale, secured lending and financial reporting, in line with RICS standards.
• Consultancy: Lead and deliver consultancy projects for clients in the automotive and roadside sectors, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Landlord and Tenant: As required provide landlord and tenant advice for single assets and portfolios.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and tenants, delivering high-quality and timely advice.
• Market Research & Reporting: Monitor property market trends, prepare reports, and advise on market conditions and investment opportunities.
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with RICS standards, company policies, and relevant legislation.

Business Development & Client Relationships

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor across the automotive and roadside landscape.
• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to winning instructions through pitches, proposals, and networking.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Investment, Planning, Development, Valuation, Agency) to deliver integrated consultancy solutions.

Market and Sector Expertise

• Maintain up-to-date market intelligence and insights on the automotive, roadside, and mobility sectors.
• Contribute to internal and external thought leadership, publications, and market commentary.

Leadership and Team Development

• Supervise and mentor junior team members, providing guidance and technical support.
• Support resource planning, team performance, and knowledge sharing within the practice.
• Promote a collaborative, high-performing, and client-focused culture.

Financial and Commercial Management

• Contribute to business planning, fee targets, and revenue growth.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Degree‑qualified in Real Estate, Property, or a related discipline.
• Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS or equivalent).
• Proven experience (typically 5+ years)
• Strong client management, business development, and presentation skills.
• In‑depth knowledge of valuation and landlord and tenant principles.
• Excellent analytical, commercial, and communication skills.
• A full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Established network of automotive and roadside sector contacts and relationships

Key Competencies

• Strong Valuation skills and knowledge of Valuation software (Argus, Kel)
• Strategic and Commercial Thinking
• Client Relationship Management
• Technical Excellence
• Leadership and Team Development
• Market Insight and Innovation

Additional Information

Please tell us what would help you take part and give enough practical detail for us to arrange it. We will handle your request confidentially, and it will not affect how you are assessed. We make reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010.

At Colliers, we empower people to perform at their best. As a Disability Confident Employer, we want every candidate to feel welcome. If anything would help you take part in our process, such as extra time or rest breaks, step‑free access, or a different interview format, please tell us in your application. You are not expected to share a diagnosis or medical history.

Colliers is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on age; disability; gender; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins); religion or belief; sex; or sexual orientation. We also value diverse experience and neurodiversity.