Estates Manager

Retail Human Resources plc; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Property Manager to support its UK property strategy. This role involves overseeing estate management activities across numerous locations, ensuring effective property transactions, managing occupancy costs, and collaborating with various teams to optimize restaurant performance. The company offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth and development, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes a discretionary bonus scheme, private medical cover, and generous holiday allowances. If you have a passion for property management and a knack for building relationships, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days holiday

Private medical cover

£50k critical illness cover

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Discount vouchers

70% off food and drink

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in retail/leisure property.
• Knowledge of the UK property market and retail formats.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property transactions from initial contact to completion.
• Manage occupancy costs and collaborate with external agents.

Skills

Retail Property Management

Negotiation Skills

Relationship Building

Project Management

Market Analysis

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Real Estate or Related Field

Tools

Facility Management Systems

Job description

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum plus bonus

First, let’s talk careers. When it comes to moving forward, we’ve got your back.

We’re growing fast, so we’ll make sure you have everything you need to learn, grow, and develop with us.

But that’s only just the beginning. We want you to get a taste of the good stuff too, so you'll also be able to make the most of:

Discretionary bonus scheme
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Private medical cover
£50k critical illness cover
Life insurance
A pension (for when you finally leave us)
Discount vouchers for places you’ll actually want to go to
70% off food and drink for friends and family
Cycle to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Wagestream - access your pay when you need to!

About the opportunity:

Working within the BKUK Property team, this role will support the Head of Property in executing the UK property strategy. It is a key part of the team, overseeing estate management activities across approximately 300 restaurants. BKUK, as Master Franchise for Burger King in the UK, is expanding through site acquisitions and investing in refurbishments nationwide. The team also manages projects and estate actions to maximize profitability through occupancy cost management, relocations, and brand consolidation.

What you'll do:

Oversee property matters and support stakeholders, including:

• Assisting with property transactions (lease renewals, rent reviews, disposals) from initial contact to completion.
• Preparing meeting materials and reports, and maintaining tenancy documentation with external consultants.
• Managing occupancy costs, working with external agents, solicitors, and the finance team.
• Building relationships with external parties (managing agents, legal firms, surveyors, landlords) for the business's benefit.
• Collaborating with Construction and FM teams to support property management and legal issues.
• Working with Operations and Marketing teams to help restaurants reach their potential.
• Providing market analysis and insights using third-party tools for decision-making.
• Supporting franchise activity (openings, closures, remodels) with reporting.
• Managing trading licenses and inspections, including a small sub-tenant portfolio.
• Supporting the delivery of property strategies in collaboration with the wider team.

What you'll have:

• At least 3 years’ experience in retail/leisure property, working for a retailer, landlord, or agency.
• Knowledge of the UK property market and retail formats.
• Strong collaboration, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and financial skills.
• Proactive, creative problem solver, team player.
• Commercial acumen in budgeting and cost control.
• Ability to attend the London Head Office weekly and visit restaurants as needed.
• Competent with facility systems and industry trends.

We are a Disability Confident employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require adjustments or accommodations, please contact us to ensure a fair process.