Senior Asset Manager

Macdonald & Company; London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investor in London seeks an experienced Asset Manager to oversee a UK-wide portfolio of residential and student assets. This role demands a strategic focus on enhancing income and asset value while managing key stakeholder relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years in asset management, preferably in student housing. Join a hands-on team with an exciting project pipeline.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of asset management experience in student housing or residential sectors.
• Proven background in working with Property Managers or Operators.
• MRICS qualification ideally, but not essential.
• Experience with budgeting and financial reporting.
• MRICS qualification preferred but not essential.
• Familiarity with managing small commercial units is a bonus.
• Hands-on, proactive mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic positioning of assets to drive rental income and long-term value.
• Manage annual budgets and performance reports covering cash flow and rent collection.
• Oversee day-to-day operations via Property Managers.
• Develop strong relationships with tenants, local authorities, and external agents.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy and maintain competitiveness.
• Identify opportunities for asset enhancement, reconfiguration, or repositioning.

Skills

Strategic positioning of assets

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Market trend analysis

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Real Estate or similar

MRICS qualification

Job description

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Are you an experienced Asset Manager with a background in residential or student housing? We’re working with a leading real estate investor and developer to appoint a strategic and commercially minded Asset Manager to oversee a UK-wide portfolio of residential and student assets. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, hands-on team with a strong track record and exciting pipeline. You’ll play a key role in driving performance, enhancing asset value, and delivering market-leading property solutions.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for formulating and executing asset management strategies that maximise income, enhance capital value, and optimise tenant experience across a diversified portfolio. This includes oversight of marketing strategy, financial performance, leasing activity, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic positioning of assets to drive rental income and long-term value
• Manage annual budgets and performance reports covering cashflow, leasing status, and rent collection
• Oversee day-to-day operations via Property Managers and ensure full regulatory compliance
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders including tenants, local authorities, and external agents
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy and maintain competitiveness
• Identify opportunities for asset enhancement, reconfiguration, or repositioning

About You

• Degree qualified in Real Estate or similar
• Minimum 10 years of asset management experience in student housing or residential sectors
• Proven background in working with Property Managers or Operators
• Strong financial and commercial acumen with budgeting/reporting experience
• Ideally MRICS qualified but not essential
• Familiarity with managing small commercial units is a bonus
• Hands-on, proactive mindset with strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

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