Head of Real Estate

MacGregor Black; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy seeks a Head of Estates to manage a national retail property portfolio. Key responsibilities include strategic management, compliance, and leading a team. Ideal candidates will have solid property management experience and relevant qualifications, bringing strong negotiation and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Proven property management experience, ideally in retail.
• Strong understanding of property law and asset management.
• Excellent negotiation and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management of a national property portfolio.
• Lead property acquisitions, disposals, and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with property legislation and safety.

Skills

Negotiation

Budgeting

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

RICS qualification or equivalent

Job description

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Managing Consultant - Operations at MacGregor Black

Head of Real Estate

Are you an experienced property manager within retail and residential estates?

Do you have experience with client relationships, landlord and tenant act, rent reviews and buildings compliance?

Are you comfortable managing large estates spread across the UK?

MacGregor Black is partnering with a leading retailer on the search for a Head of Estates. This is a perm role based in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the strategic and operational management of a diverse national property portfolio.
• Lead on property acquisitions, disposals, lease negotiations, renewals, and rent reviews.
• Manage capital investment programmes, refurbishments, and maintenance planning across retail and residential properties.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant property legislation, health and safety, and sustainability requirements.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with landlords, agents, local authorities, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead a small in-house team and manage third-party consultants and contractors.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in estates or property management at a senior level, preferably in a retail-led environment.
• Strong understanding of commercial and residential property law, leases, planning, and asset management.
• Excellent negotiation, budgeting, and project management skills.
• RICS qualification or equivalent is desirable.
• Would suit a chartered surveyor but not essential.

Salary is up to £75k + benefits.

Please contact Rob Blackburn today for further information.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Retail and Real Estate

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