Estates Manager

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services provider in Leeds is seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to manage a retail portfolio. Ideal candidates will have a strong property management background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Responsibilities include liaising with landlords and tenants, overseeing property performance, and managing routines inspections. This role offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main point of contact for landlord and tenant liaison.
• Manage and oversee sublet estates and third-party service coordination.
• Lead on performance monitoring of contractors across the property portfolio.

Skills

Lease advisory experience

Property management knowledge

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Tools

Property management databases

Job description

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 record.

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. Please reach out on 07488 821 912 or email [e-mail]