Retail Property Manager

British Antarctic Surve; Worthing; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Retail Property Manager to drive its charity retail expansion. This role involves identifying new shop locations, managing lease renewals, and ensuring a welcoming environment in existing stores. With a commitment to compassionate care, this organization offers a supportive workplace and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team dedicated to making a difference in the community while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package that includes generous leave and healthcare options.

Benefits

Company pension or NHS pension scheme

Up to 35 days’ annual leave

On-site educational support

Access to Health Shield healthcare coverage

Free parking

Subsidized meals

Gym memberships

Employee Assistance Programme

Death in Service benefit

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in property management.
• Relevant industry qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify new charity shop locations across various settings.
• Manage lease renewals for existing shops and warehouses.

Skills

Property Management

Lease Negotiation

Charity Retail Knowledge

Project Management

Education

Degree in Building/Property Management

NARLA Level 3

RICS Accreditation

Job description

Location: Worthing

Vacancy Type: Full Time/Permanent

Pay Range: Grade 7 - £45,115 - £52,801 (DOE), pro rata for part-time roles

Contracted Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Job Profile

Job Profile document

Job Summary

About the role

With more people seeking sustainable living options, charity retail is a rapidly expanding sector. Southern Hospice Group is looking for a Retail Property Manager to join its Retail Team in this newly created position.

You will be responsible for identifying new charity shop locations across various settings including High Streets, retail parks, and industrial estates, aligning with our retail expansion vision. Additionally, you will manage lease renewals for our existing portfolio of 34 shops and 2 warehouses across the South Coast, ensuring our shops offer a welcoming shopping environment that reflects our hospice standards.

Essential criteria

Applicants should hold a Degree in a relevant field such as building/property management or possess equivalent experience, preferably with a relevant industry qualification like NARLA Level 3 or RICS accreditation.

About us

Southern Hospice Group is the largest hospice provider in Sussex and among the largest in the UK. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate care to adults and children, supporting their families. Our unified organization allows us to innovate and expand our services for both our patients and our workforce.

St Barnabas House offers specialist palliative care to adults in Worthing, Adur, Arun, and Henfield, including inpatient and community services.

Chestnut Tree House is the children’s hospice serving East and West Sussex and South East Hampshire, providing specialized palliative care for children and young people with life-limiting conditions.

Martlets provides essential care for terminally ill patients in Brighton and Hove, supporting them and their loved ones to live life fully during precious times.

We welcome applications from all community sectors and individuals with relevant experience, skills, and enthusiasm to join our people-centric organization.

Benefits

• Company pension or NHS pension scheme for eligible staff
• Up to 35 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
• On-site educational support and study leave
• Access to Health Shield healthcare coverage
• Free parking, subsidized meals, and social activities
• Gym memberships, discounts on therapies, and Blue Light Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Death in Service benefit

Note: We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. This position requires an Enhanced Disclosure under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, with checks conducted through the Disclosure and Barring Service.