Junior Acquisitions Manager

B&M Retail Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount at B&M and Heron Foods

Portal access for colleagues savings

Additional retail/hospitality savings

Job summary

B&M Retail Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Junior Acquisition Manager to identify and progress new store opportunities, supporting the expansion of our store portfolio. You will work with experienced Acquisition Managers and senior property leaders to develop site sourcing, commercial appraisals, transaction management and stakeholder engagement.

Ideal candidates hold a degree in Real Estate or related fields, with MRICS in progress or achieved, and have experience in commercial

Qualifications

• Degree in Real Estate, Property, Surveying or related discipline.
• MRICS qualification in progress or recently achieved.
• Experience in commercial property, agency, development or related property environment.

Responsibilities

• Support identification and appraisal of new store opportunities with market research and site assessments.
• Assist progression of acquisition opportunities, liaising with landlords, agents and developers.
• Manage acquisition trackers, appraisal records and approval documentation.
• Prepare financial appraisals, site evaluations and business case information.
• Build relationships with internal and external property contacts to transition sites into delivery.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organization

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Real Estate

MRICS in progress

Job description

At B&M, our continued growth is driven by securing great locations that support our expansion plans and deliver long-term commercial value. As a Junior Acquisition Manager, you will play an important role in identifying, assessing and progressing new store opportunities, helping to build the pipeline that underpins the future success of our business.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious property professional looking to develop a career in retail acquisitions. Working alongside experienced Acquisition Managers and senior property leaders, you will gain exposure to site sourcing, commercial appraisals, transaction management and stakeholder engagement, while taking ownership of smaller opportunities and developing the skills required to progress into a full Acquisition Manager role.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the identification and appraisal of new store opportunities, carrying out market research, site assessments and property analysis across target locations.
• Assist with the progression of acquisition opportunities, liaising with landlords, agents and developers throughout the transaction process.
• Manage acquisition trackers, appraisal records and approval documentation, helping to maintain momentum across a high-volume pipeline.
• Prepare financial appraisals, site evaluations and supporting business case information to assess commercial viability and investment returns.
• Build relationships with internal stakeholders and external property contacts, supporting the smooth transition of approved sites into delivery and construction phases.

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree qualified in Real Estate, Property, Surveying or a related discipline, with MRICS qualification in progress or recently achieved.
• Experience within commercial property, agency, development, retail acquisitions or a related property environment.
• Strong commercial awareness with an interest in retail property, acquisitions and portfolio growth.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data, assess opportunities and support commercially sound decisions.
• Organised, proactive and relationship-focused, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Why join us?

We offer a range of fantastic benefits including staff discount at B&M and Heron Foods, access to our colleague portal with additional savings on retail, hospitality, and more.

See the full list of benefits here: https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits

B&M Retail is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all colleagues.