Mandarin speaking Project Management & Portfolio Execution

People First (Recruitment) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mandarin speaking Project Management & Portfolio Execution specialist in London. This role requires over 10 years of experience in real estate asset management, with a strong emphasis on project execution and strategic planning. Candidates must be fluent in both English and Mandarin, and hold relevant degrees. Competitive salary of up to £150k available depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in hands-on Asset Management within real estate.
• Demonstrable experience in re-positioning assets.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute asset business plans for a diverse portfolio.
• Lead operational transformation of assets.
• Optimize divestment timing and structure.

Skills

Mandarin

Real Estate

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business

Master's degree or MBA

Job description

Overview

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Job Title: Mandarin speaking Project Management & Portfolio Execution (Europe&UK)

The Skills You'll Need: Mandarin, Real Estate, Project Management

Your New Salary: up to £150k, depending on experience

Office based

Perm

Start: ASAP

What You'll be Doing:

• Portfolio Asset Management & Value Creation: Develop and execute asset business plans for a diverse portfolio, with a primary focus on office and commercial assets. Drive value through hands-on re-positioning, redevelopment, and innovative commercial concept curation, leveraging deep local market insight to identify and capitalize on high-value opportunities.
• Hands-On Project Execution: Lead the operational transformation of assets. Oversee and directly manage redevelopment and refurbishment projects, ensuring practical, cost-effective, and high-quality execution that aligns with the strategic vision.
• Strategic Exit Planning & Execution: Possess a proactive and insightful approach to exits. Utilize a deep understanding of local market dynamics, macro-environmental trends, and a sophisticated toolkit of financial instruments and exit avenues (e.g., direct sales, portfolio sales, recapitalization) to optimize the timing and structure of divestment, maximizing returns in line with investment mandates.
• Investor & Shareholder Stewardship: Act as the primary steward for investors and shareholders. Provide rigorous, data-backed reporting on performance, value-creation progress, and the evolving exit strategy.
• Strategic Liaison: Serve as the crucial bridge, ensuring clear communication and strategic alignment between the company's leadership and the on-the-ground execution teams.

The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's degree from top university in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or a related field; a Master's degree or MBA is highly preferred.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in a hands-on, value-add Asset Management role within real estate, with a proven track record in the office and commercial sectors.
• Demonstrable experience in strategically re-positioning assets and a strong record of overseeing the physical transformation of properties to enhance their market value and income profile.
• Sophisticated understanding of financial structuring and exit strategies for real estate assets, with a proven ability to time and execute dispositions advantageously.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at the most senior levels and navigate complex, cross-cultural environments.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin is essential.

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