Associate Director, Occupier Services

Cobalt Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial real estate firm in the UK is looking for a Senior Surveyor to oversee a varied retail portfolio. The role involves managing landlord and tenant relations, coordinating service providers, and supporting lease advisory. Candidates should have proven experience in property management and excellent communication skills. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in lease advisory or property management.
• Strong understanding of lease obligations and landlord-tenant relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for landlord and tenant liaison.
• Manage and oversee sublet estates and neighboring party issues.
• Coordinate input from specialist service partners.

Skills

Lease advisory

Property management

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Job description

Senior Surveyor to Associate Director - Occupier Services

Our client is a leading player in the commercial real estate sector, delivering strategic solutions to occupiers, investors, and developers across the UK and internationally. With a strong presence across the UK, they provide property services to clients with a diverse range of commercial properties including offices, retail spaces, industrial units, and specialist real estate.

They are currently seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to oversee a varied retail portfolio for one of their key clients. This role is ideal for a commercially minded individual looking to grow within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for landlord and tenant liaison, ensuring obligations under lease agreements are upheld and disputes resolved effectively
• Manage and oversee sublet estates, neighbouring party issues, and third-party service coordination
• Coordinate input from specialist service partners, reviewing their reports and ensuring quality assurance
• Lead on performance monitoring of contractors and service providers across the property portfolio
• Support lease advisory and agency matters while maintaining reporting on health, safety, and environmental performance
• Line manage an administrator and contribute to team development and service planning
• Undertake routine inspections and maintain up-to-date property files and client database records

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in lease advisory or property management within commercial property
• Strong understanding of lease obligations and tenant-landlord relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a proactive approach to managing client expectations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable working with property management databases
• Ability to lead, collaborate, and work independently with a solutions-focused mindset
• High attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines

If you are a confident, client-focused professional with a passion for property and strategic estate management, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online today to take the next step in your career.