Client-Side – Asset Manager

VACANCY REF: AK2851117

The Opportunity

Kingsley is acting on behalf of a highly successful and entrepreneurial regional Property Company who is looking to recruit an experienced Asset Management Surveyor to join an established team, with responsibilities towards the strategic direction of Asset Management across the commercial portfolio.

Also, you would also help in identifying and appraising new investment opportunities and developing a broad network of industry connections.

You will join an established property team and be responsible for co-ordinating asset management activity whilst ensuring standardisation and best practice is delivered across the portfolio.

Responsibilities 

In conjunction with various colleagues, you shall be responsible for overseeing and undertaking:

• Strategic Asset Management of the physical elements of the portfolio to attract added value, maintain and grow rental income.
• This includes:
  • Identify new letting opportunities and asset acquisitions
  • Liaison with Solicitors to agree new leases
  • Making sure all void accommodation is presentable in accordance with the letting strategy
  • Highlighting lease renewals and re-gear opportunities to both secure and increase value.
  • Overseeing Rent Reviews under existing leases.
  • Highlighting cost saving opportunities whilst maintaining customer service levels.
• Implementing a pro-active void management strategy where applicable.
• Preparation of a monthly property management report for the Operational Board of Trustees.
• New Lease implementation and the on-going management of the property data on the Company’s central property management database.
• Co-ordinate with retained property managers
• Maintaining and developing new relationships with third party agents and advisors.

Keys Skills & Qualifications

• Property Asset & Estate Management experience
• Working knowledge of Landlord & Tenant Law
• Ability to drive occupancy rates in accordance with business plan
• Have the foresight to seek and identify opportunities
• Develop and implement property strategies
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work with and drive external consultants, where required
• Ideally RICS qualified
• Commercial Property Background and experience
• Strong Customer Service Experience

Remuneration:

• A competitive salary between £50k – £70k per annum (D.O.E.)
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme
• Car Allowance – £6,000 per annum
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• And more….

Client-side Asset Management opportunities do not arise too often, so if you are looking to make a successful career change within Asset Management, then this role is of worthy and immediate consideration.

To apply for this position, please contact Andrew Kingsley on 07879 413 765 or email a copy of your latest CV to andrew@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk quoting the position reference AK2851117.