Sector Lead Logistics/ Asset Manager | London, UK

AXA Investment Managers; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Sector Lead Logistics/Asset Manager, where you will manage a diverse portfolio of logistics assets. In this dynamic role, you will define strategies, prepare business plans, and oversee budgets while collaborating with investors and stakeholders. Your expertise in real estate and logistics asset management will drive value creation and ensure compliance. This innovative firm values sustainability and offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are results-oriented and passionate about making a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sustainability Initiatives

Diverse Community

Professional Growth Opportunities

Social Responsibility Programs

Qualifications

• Degree in business or real estate; RICS accreditation is a plus.
• Proven real estate experience, especially in asset and investment management.

Responsibilities

• Define asset strategy aligned with investor requirements.
• Prepare annual business plans and oversee implementation.
• Manage asset budgets and monitor delivery timelines.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Financial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Education

Degree in Business or Real Estate

RICS Accreditation

Job description

Sector Lead Logistics/ Asset Manager

22 Bishopsgate, London - Hybrid

Permanent

At AXA IM, our purpose is to act for human progress by investing for what matters. As a responsible asset manager, we invest long-term to help our clients, our people, and the world prosper.

As a future Sector Lead Logistics/Asset Manager, reporting to the Global Sector Lead/Local Head of AM, you will be part of AXA IM Alts Real Estate.

AXA Investment Managers' teams have over 30 years' experience investing in real assets. Our approach is built on a unique 360° view of the market and strong convictions developed over economic cycles, guiding our product development and investment decisions for long-term value creation.

With about 650 people across 14 offices in over 20 countries, we combine global strength with local agility to meet clients' needs.

Discover your opportunity

The Asset Manager role involves managing and creating value in a large portfolio of logistics assets, including operational assets and forward sales. You will be a key stakeholder with investors, proposing and implementing value creation strategies.

1. Define asset strategy aligned with investor requirements, including portfolio growth through acquisitions and forward sales.
2. Prepare annual business plans with action plans and financial models, secure approval, and oversee implementation.
3. Prepare investment memorandums for acquisitions and submit to the Investment Committee.
4. Manage asset budgets (revenues, opex, capex) with property managers or operators.
5. Monitor forward sales, pre-leasing, and delivery timelines.
6. Oversee external valuations and asset KPIs, contribute to investor reporting.
7. Manage property managers and external service providers.
8. Handle tenancy issues, claims, legal matters, and supervise legal advisors.
9. Analyze asset data to ensure legal compliance and liquidity.
10. Propose asset evolution or repositioning, coordinate refurbishment or development, and implement ESG plans.
11. Coordinate stakeholders and represent investors in co-ownership.
12. Prepare and manage asset disposals.
13. Support investment underwriting and onboarding of new assets.

Your Profile

We welcome diverse skills and experiences.

Your qualifications and experience include:

• Degree in business or real estate; RICS accreditation is a plus.
• Proven real estate experience, especially in asset and investment management or property companies.
• Expertise in logistics asset management/development and knowledge of the logistics market.
• Understanding of real estate legislation and financial techniques.

Your skills include:

• Strong interpersonal and team skills in an international environment.
• Effective communication at executive and peer levels.
• Autonomous, proactive, entrepreneurial, results-oriented.
• Financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Creative problem-solving and innovative thinking.
• Fluent in English; French is a bonus.

We look forward to hearing from you. Please send us your resume.

About AXA

AXA Group is a global leader in insurance and asset management, with 160,000 employees serving 105 million customers in 62 countries. We protect and advise our clients throughout their lives, offering products in insurance, savings, and asset management. Our mission is to act for human progress by protecting what matters, guided by values of Customer First, Integrity, Courage, and One AXA.

About the Entity

At AXA IM, we invest with purpose—to make the world a better place. Our conviction-led approach seeks the best global investment opportunities across asset classes, managing over €887 billion in assets. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, providing accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

What We Offer

We offer an environment to grow your potential, shape your work, thrive within a diverse community, and contribute to societal and environmental causes. Join us and be part of a responsible employer that values sustainability and social responsibility, including initiatives like planting a tree upon your arrival.