Estates Manager: Client-Driven Portfolio Leadership

CBRE UK; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Likely pension/benefits per CBRE

Job summary

CBRE is seeking an experienced estate manager to oversee client relationships and lead a delivery team. The role supports a CBRE occupier client across the Consumer & Manufacturing vertical, with focus on improving portfolio performance and efficiency.

Based in Birmingham or London, the candidate will manage reporting, data, and landlord/tenant liaison while ensuring high-quality service and adherence to contract service levels.

Qualifications

• Established track record in commercial estates management, ideally for occupiers.
• Experience handling complex estate issues and guiding junior staff.
• Strong client-facing and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Deliver estate management services and reporting to the Estates Management Lead.
• Manage client relationships and liaise with landlords/tenants.
• Coordinate portfolio activities, inspections, and compliance tasks.
• Prepare and present client reports, invoices and lease information.
• Collaborate with CBRE teams on projects to improve portfolio performance.
• Assist with service delivery and playbooks updates.

Skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Contract management

Stakeholder communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

MRICS qualification

Tools

Horizon

Property database

Job description

CBRE is seeking an experienced estate manager to oversee client relationships and lead a delivery team. The role supports a CBRE occupier client across the Consumer & Manufacturing vertical, with focus on improving portfolio performance and efficiency.

Based in Birmingham or London, the candidate will manage reporting, data, and landlord/tenant liaison while ensuring high-quality service and adherence to contract service levels.