Mergers & Acquisitions (M&a) Manager

Asda Stores Ltd.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer is seeking an Acquisitions Manager to lead site acquisitions in the East of England. This position demands a candidate with a proven track record in real estate, strong negotiation, and project management skills. The role combines remote work with in-office collaboration and offers competitive benefits including a company car allowance, discretionary bonuses, and excellent parental leave policies. Ideal for a motivated individual ready to impact the company's expansion strategy.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

Company Car allowance of £5,700

15% colleague discount in store and online

Wellbeing services access

Discounts on services and activities

Inclusion Networks

Excellent parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in identifying, negotiating, and managing real estate acquisitions.
• Extensive contact base within the property and real estate sector.
• Demonstrated success in delivering a high-volume acquisition programme.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new site opportunities in line with the company's expansion strategy.
• Lead negotiations for lease terms and agreements, ensuring favourable outcomes for the business.
• Manage and oversee a number of projects at any one time from commencement to launch.

Skills

Real estate acquisition

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Project management

Education

Degree (2:2 or higher)

RICS qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Acquisitions Manager

Location: Asda House (Fieldbased)

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Salary: Competitive salary plus benefits

Category: Real Estate

Closing Date: 18 December 2025

Find Your Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and strategic Acquisition Manager to lead and deliver our ambitious site acquisition programme. This role is ideal for a driven individual with a strong background in real estate, a proven track record in site acquisition, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment. This role will cover the East of the country and the Home Counties.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and secure new site opportunities in line with the company's expansion strategy.
• Lead negotiations for lease terms and agreements, ensuring favourable outcomes for the business.
• Manage and oversee a number of projects at any one time from commencement to launch.
• Build and maintain a strong network of contacts within the real estate sector to support acquisition goals.
• Present investment opportunities and acquisition proposals to internal stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Collaborate with planning, legal, and construction teams to ensure smooth progression from acquisition to delivery.
• Influence internal and external stakeholders to drive acquisition initiatives and implement change effectively.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in identifying, negotiating, and managing real estate acquisitions.
• Extensive contact base within the property and real estate sector.
• Demonstrated success in delivering a high-volume acquisition programme.
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to communicate investment opportunities clearly and persuasively.
• Track record of securing favourable lease terms on behalf of occupiers.
• RICS qualification (or equivalent) is desirable.
• Degree (2:2 or higher) preferred.

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Strong relationship‑building capabilities across all levels.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing market conditions.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

This role will be regional based (Covering the East of the country and the Home Counties) with occasional travel to the head office in Leeds. Asda has a hybrid way of working with a minimum 3 days a week in one of our Home Offices.

Benefits

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• Company Car allowance of £5,700
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Stream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline
• Discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments