Property Asset Manager - Edinburgh or Glasgow

Varnom Ross; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Varnom & Ross Ltd. is seeking a Property Asset Manager to own day-to-day operations across a commercial property portfolio in Scotland, Edinburgh or Glasgow. The role focuses on strong client and occupier relationships, service delivery, compliance and commercial performance.

The position offers site-based leadership to influence asset strategy, enhance occupier experience and ensure properties are managed to the highest standards. Salary is up to £48k with car/bonus/benefits, level dependent.

Qualifications

• Commercial property management experience.
• Strong understanding of building operations and service charges.
• Knowledge of lease matters and health & safety.
• Familiarity with RICS standards.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted client relationships and support asset strategies.
• Maintain a visible on-site presence and enhance occupier engagement.
• Oversee service charge budgets, financial reporting, credit control and supplier payments.
• Manage inspections, maintenance, contractors and service partners.
• Support lease matters, risk management and regulatory compliance.
• Assist ESG/sustainability initiatives and reporting.
• Coordinate property works and support acquisitions/disposals.

Job description

Property Asset Manager
Location: Scotland – Edinburgh or Glasgow
Are you an experienced commercial property professional who combines strong property asset management expertise with a passion for customer experience and operational excellence?

We’re looking for a Property Asset Manager to take ownership of day-to-day operations across a commercial property portfolio, building strong client and occupier relationships while driving high standards of service delivery, compliance and commercial performance.

This is a varied, site-based role offering the opportunity to influence asset strategy, enhance the occupier experience and ensure properties are managed to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Client & Asset Management: Build trusted client relationships, support asset strategies and identify opportunities to improve portfolio performance.
• Customer Experience: Maintain a visible on-site presence, engage with occupiers and deliver initiatives that enhance satisfaction and engagement.
• Financial Management: Oversee service charge budgets, reconciliations, financial reporting, credit control and supplier payments.
• Property Operations: Manage inspections, planned and reactive maintenance, contractors, service partners and property presentation standards.
• Lease & Compliance Management: Support lease matters, manage risk and ensure health and safety, statutory compliance and regulatory requirements are met.
• ESG & Sustainability: Support sustainability initiatives, ESG reporting and the delivery of environmental objectives.
• Projects & Transactions: Coordinate property works, support acquisitions and disposals, and oversee transitions and operational readiness.

About You:

You’ll have strong experience in commercial property management, with a good understanding of building operations, service charges, lease matters, health and safety and relevant RICS standards.

We’re looking for someone who has:

• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and financial understanding.
• A proactive, customer-focused approach to problem-solving.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and lead service partners effectively.
• A commitment to high standards, continuous improvement and sustainability.

The ideal candidate is someone who can combine strategic thinking with hands‑on operational leadership, taking ownership of challenges and identifying opportunities to enhance both asset value and the occupier experience.

Salary:Up to £48k+ car/bonus/benefits - level dependent