Commerical Premisis Team Lead

DK Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

DK Recruitment is seeking a Commercial Premises Team Leader in Plymouth to drive day-to-day management of a diverse portfolio of commercial properties. You will provide guidance on valuation, leasing and property management while delivering high-quality customer service.

Lead a small team, oversee marketing, viewings, rent reviews and lease renewals, and work with external advisers to ensure compliant, value-driven property decisions.

Qualifications

• Requires strong understanding of commercial property management, valuation and leasing.
• Experience in managing portfolios of commercial properties and advising on lettings and renewals.
• Knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (Part II) and UK property law is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of commercial properties with day-to-day asset management.
• Undertake rental valuations and monitor local market conditions.
• Negotiate leases, renewals and rent reviews.
• Market properties and conduct viewings for prospective tenants.
• Oversee lease assignments and collaborate with advisers and tenants.
• Conduct property inspections and oversee maintenance programmes.
• Assist with rent collection and arrears management.
• Support valuations and rental calculations for internal stakeholders.

Skills

Property management

Valuation

Leasing

Rent reviews

Team leadership

Negotiation

Customer service

Stakeholder management

Education

Relevant degree or professional qualification

RICS-accredited qualification advantageous

Job description

Commercial Premises Team Leader

Location: Plymouth

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract: 12- 18 month FTC

Reporting to: Commercial Asset Lead

We're working with an established housing organisation to appoint a Commercial Premises Team Leader to lead the day-to-day management of a diverse portfolio of commercial properties.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial property professional who enjoys combining hands-on asset management with team leadership. You'll take responsibility for a portfolio of commercial premises, providing advice on valuation, leasing and property management while ensuring customers receive a high-quality service.

The Role

You will be responsible for the effective management of commercial property assets, covering the full property lifecycle from marketing and letting through to lease renewals, rent reviews, assignments and ongoing property management.

• Managing a portfolio of commercial properties and overseeing day-to-day asset management activities.
• Undertaking rental valuations and keeping up to date with local market conditions and property values.
• Negotiating new commercial leases, lease renewals and rent reviews.
• Marketing available properties and conducting viewings with prospective tenants.
• Managing lease assignments and working with prospective purchasers and professional advisers.
• Carrying out regular property inspections and identifying any remedial or improvement works required.
• Supporting the maintenance and improvement programme across the commercial portfolio.
• Assisting with rent collection and arrears management, including negotiating repayment arrangements and supporting legal action where appropriate.
• Measuring properties and preparing information to support valuations and rental calculations.
• Providing advice on commercial property matters to internal stakeholders and colleagues.
• Supporting the calculation of Affordable Rents where required.
• Working collaboratively with internal teams, external organisations, professional advisers and commercial tenants.

About You

We're looking for an experienced commercial property professional with a strong understanding of commercial property management, valuation and leasing.

• Managing commercial property portfolios.
• Commercial rental valuation and market assessment.
• Negotiating leases, renewals and rent reviews.
• Managing landlord and tenant relationships.
• Lease assignments and property transactions.
• Property inspections and maintenance programmes.
• Rent collection and commercial arrears.
• Working with external professional advisers and stakeholders.
• Leading, supervising or developing a team
• You’ll have a good working knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (Part II), together with an understanding of UK property law and commercial valuation principles
• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as is the ability to analyse information, make sound decisions and provide practical solutions.
• You’ll also need to be commercially aware, highly organised and comfortable managing competing priorities while maintaining excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree, professional qualification or completion of relevant RICS-approved courses (or equivalent experience) is required.
• An RICS-accredited qualification would be advantageous
• If you're an experienced commercial property professional looking for a role that combines commercial asset management, valuation, leasing and team leadership, we'd be keen to hear from you.