Commerical Property Manager

Magnus James; Ledston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Autonomy in role

Direct access to Director

Opportunity to head up division

Job summary

Magnus James in Leeds is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Manager to own an established commercial portfolio and drive its growth with genuine autonomy.

You will build landlord and tenant relationships, oversee maintenance and compliance, and identify opportunities to increase income and strengthen market presence.

Required: 3+ years in commercial property management, solid knowledge of legislation, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial property management.
• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant relationships.
• Solid knowledge of commercial property legislation and compliance.
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of a portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the day-to-day management of the existing commercial property portfolio.
• Manage and develop landlord and tenant relationships.
• Oversee maintenance, repairs and contractor management.
• Conduct property inspections.
• Manage compliance with relevant legislation.
• Deal with lease-related and tenancy matters.
• Review processes and identify efficiency improvements.
• Identify opportunities to increase income and improve portfolio performance.
• Build relationships with landlords, investors and property owners.
• Network within the local market and identify new opportunities.
• Develop new business and secure additional management instructions.
• Help shape the strategy for growing the commercial portfolio.
• Play an role in developing the division, with potential to build a team.

Skills

Commercial property management

Relationship building

Networking

Autonomy

Leadership potential

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Property Manager to join a well-established and highly respected property business in Leeds.

This is more than just a portfolio management role. The business already has an established commercial portfolio and is looking for someone with the right commercial property experience to take ownership of the portfolio, bring their expertise into the business and play a key role in developing and growing the commercial division.

There is genuine autonomy here, with the opportunity to influence how the department operates and, longer term, build and head up the division.

You don't need to have already run a commercial department or be an out-and-out salesperson. The priority is strong commercial property management experience, alongside the ambition and personality to build relationships and network.

Commercial Property Manager - Package &; Benefits

• Performance-related bonus based on portfolio retention and new business
• Genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the commercial operation
• Direct access to the Director and the ability to influence how the division develops
• Genuine long-term opportunity to head up and lead the Commercial Division
• Join an established and well-respected property business with an existing client base and reputation

Duties &; Responsibilities of the Commercial Property Manager

• Take ownership of the day-to-day management of the existing commercial property portfolio
• Manage and develop strong landlord and tenant relationships
• Oversee maintenance, repairs and contractor management
• Conduct property inspections
• Manage commercial property compliance and relevant legislation
• Deal with lease-related and ongoing tenancy matters
• Resolve day-to-day property and management issues
• Ensure landlords receive a proactive, professional and high-quality service
• Review existing processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
• Identify opportunities to increase income and improve the performance of the commercial division
• Build relationships with commercial landlords, investors and property owners
• Network within the local commercial property market and identify new opportunities
• Develop new business and secure additional commercial management instructions
• Help shape the strategy for growing the commercial portfolio
• Play an increasingly important role in developing the commercial division, with the opportunity to build a team around you as it grows

Experience Needed for the Commercial Property Manager role

• Minimum 3 years' experience within commercial property management
• Strong knowledge and understanding of commercial property management
• Good understanding of commercial property legislation and compliance
• Experience managing landlord and tenant relationships
• Experience dealing with maintenance, contractors and property issues
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work autonomously and take ownership of a portfolio
• Confident communicator with strong relationship-building skills
• Comfortable networking and developing new business opportunities, or keen to develop this aspect of your role
• Ambitious and interested in progressing towards a senior management position
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle

This is a genuine opportunity for an experienced Commercial Property Manager who wants more autonomy and responsibility, rather than simply another portfolio management position.

If you are looking for a role where you can make your mark, influence the direction of a commercial division and ultimately have the opportunity to lead it, I'd be keen to hear from you.