Associate Director, Property Asset Management

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate consultancy is seeking an Associate Director to join their Property Management team in London. In this temporary role with potential for permanency, you will manage key client relationships and oversee a diverse portfolio of commercial properties. Candidates should be MRICS qualified and possess substantial experience in property management. The role offers a competitive day rate and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified with substantial experience in commercial property management.
• Proficient in managing clients, tenants, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of service charges and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial properties and client relationships.
• Oversee lease events, tenant liaison, and service charge management.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team performance.

Skills

MRICS qualified

Experience in commercial property management

Client management

Understanding of Landlord & Tenant law

Organised and proactive

Job description

Cobalt are delighted to be supporting a highly regarded global real estate consultancy in their search for an Associate Director to join their growing Property Management team in London. You will be supporting three large institutional investment clients across a London portfolio.

This role is a temporary role with a high chance of going permanent in the new year. You will be paid a competitive day rate for this position.

This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of key client relationships, managing a diverse portfolio on behalf of institutional investors, property companies, and overseas clients. You'll play a hands‑on role in delivering best‑in‑class property management services while supporting the wider team on business development and client growth initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of commercial properties and client relationships.
• Oversee lease events, tenant liaison, service charge management, and arrears recovery.
• Lead on tenant meetings, reporting, and budget oversight.
• Support acquisition and disposal due diligence.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to team performance.

About You:

• MRICS qualified, with solid experience in commercial property management.
• Confident managing clients, tenants, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant law, service charges, and financial reporting.
• Organised, proactive, and commercially minded.

Hybrid working: 2 days

Location: London