Senior Estates Surveyor (South West England)

McDonald's Corporation; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global fast food chain is seeking a Senior Estates Surveyor to manage and optimise its property portfolio across the UK. This role involves leading lease negotiations, providing strategic advice on estate optimisation, and ensuring compliance with statutory obligations. The ideal candidate will be MRICS qualified with 5-6 years of experience in property management and a solid understanding of UK landlord and tenant law. Competitive salary and benefits, including a hybrid working model, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private healthcare

Access to learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 - 6 years post-qualified experience in estates or property management.
• Strong knowledge of UK landlord and tenant law, property legislation, and commercial leases.
• Experience managing large complex property portfolios, ideally in retail.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse commercial property portfolio for a global brand.
• Lead lease negotiations, rent reviews, renewals, and land acquisitions.
• Provide strategic advice on estate optimisation and asset performance.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Education

MRICS qualified

Tools

Property management systems

Job description

As a Senior Estates Surveyor you’ll be instrumental in managing and optimising our property portfolio across the UK. You’ll deliver strategic estate management across a large geographical region ensuring our assets support business priorities and deliver long-term value for our restaurants franchisees and customers.

What You’ll Be Doing :

• Manage a diverse commercial property portfolio for a Global brand
• Lead lease negotiations, rent reviews, renewals and land acquisitions / disposals
• Provide strategic advice on estate optimisation, cost control and asset performance
• Liaise with landlords, agents, solicitors and internal stakeholders
• Support store redevelopment and relocations
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and internal governance
• Prepare and present property deals, valuations and recommendations to senior leadership
• Advise on planning development rating systems, compulsory purchase and compensation
• Represent McDonalds in industry bodies such as RICS PMA and Accessible Retail

Qualifications: What You’ll Need :

• MRICS qualified with 5 - 6 years post-qualified experience in estates or property management
• Strong knowledge of UK landlord and tenant law, property legislation and commercial leases
• Experience managing large complex property portfolios, ideally in retail or FMCG
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently across a wide geographical area
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly
• Experience in QSR food retail or global brand (Desirable)
• Familiarity with sustainability and ESG in property management (Desirable)
• Strong analytical and reporting skills including use of property management systems

What You’ll Get :

• Access to industry-leading Learning and development opportunities
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your ideas are valued
• Competitive salary plus benefits package including bonus, cash allowance, private healthcare
• Hybrid working model

Additional Information :

Building a Better McDonalds

At McDonalds our vision is to be the UKs and Irelands best-loved restaurant. Our secret sauce Its our vibrant culture! It shapes everything we do from how we treat each other to how we serve our customers franchisees and suppliers. Our culture attracts top talent and creates a positive energizing workplace for everyone.

Our Values :

• Serve : Customers and people first
• Inclusion : Everyones welcome
• Integrity : Doing the right thing
• Community : Being good neighbours
• Family : Growing together

People from All Walks of Life

People are the heart of McDonalds. We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive culture where everyone can be their authentic selves. This helps us serve our customers better and strengthens our community ties. We stand against inequality, injustice and discrimination using our influence to make a positive impact.

As a major employer we’re committed to supporting our communities, developing skills and inspiring aspirations. Whether with McDonalds or beyond we’re here to help people succeed in the world of work.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time