Associate, Management Surveyor

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

Job summary

A leading real estate firm in Central London seeks an experienced Commercial Property Surveyor to oversee a portfolio of high-profile assets. In this strategic role, you will ensure operational excellence and deliver exceptional service standards. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in commercial property management, outstanding organisational skills, and a proactive approach. Benefits include a hybrid working pattern, competitive bonus, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Hybrid working pattern

Competitive bonus

Car allowance

Private medical insurance

Access to discount portals

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in commercial property management.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills in a professional manner.
• Collaborative team player, mentoring junior colleagues.
• Knowledge of lease structures, service charges, and legislation.
• Proficiency in property management systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational performance of commercial properties.
• Onboard new instructions with management systems in place.
• Conduct regular site inspections for quality maintenance.
• Lead client meetings and document actions.
• Deliver client reporting and analysis on the portfolio.
• Coordinate on lease events, service charges, and queries.
• Support asset management initiatives aligned with strategic goals.

Skills

Commercial property management

Organisational skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Knowledge of lease structures

Proficiency in property management systems

Interest in sustainability

Job description

Our client, a market-leading real estate firm, is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Surveyor to manage a portfolio of high-profile assets in Central London. This is a hands-on, strategic role focused on delivering exceptional service standards, ensuring operational excellence, and supporting long-term asset performance as part of a collaborative and high-impact team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day management and operational performance of commercial properties within a prominent development.
• Support the smooth onboarding of new instructions, ensuring all management systems and reporting processes are in place.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure properties are maintained to the highest standards.
• Prepare for and lead client meetings, including documenting actions and following up effectively.
• Deliver timely, high-quality client reporting and analysis across the managed portfolio.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders on lease events, service charges, arrears, and occupier queries.
• Identify and support asset management initiatives, contributing to broader strategic goals.

Key Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in commercial property management, ideally within complex or mixed-use assets.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a professional and client-focused manner.
• Collaborative team player, confident mentoring junior colleagues and supporting a positive working culture.
• Commercially astute with strong knowledge of lease structures, service charges, and relevant property legislation.
• Proficient in using property management systems and digital tools to maintain accurate data and reporting.
• An interest in sustainability, innovation, and emerging trends within the property and real estate sector.

Perks and benefits include:

• Hybrid working pattern.
• Competitive bonus, car allowance and holiday package.
• Private medical insurance and healthcare scheme.
• Access to perk portals and high street discounts

If you\'re a motivated property professional looking to contribute to the management of a high-profile commercial estate, we invite you to apply online. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly to discuss the role in more detail.