Retail Property Manager

Zachary Daniels are proud to be partnering with a fantastic fashion brand in their search for a Retail Property Manager to join the team. The business is entering a very exciting time of growth and development so this role will grow with the business. The head office is in Manchester but our client operates a hybrid working policy with three days in the office.

Key Responsibilties of the Retail Property Manager

• Proactively manage the existing store portfolio to deliver value;
• Proactively manage the extensive lease expiry program including managing the store closure process upon exit;
• To oversee the negotiation and management of rent reviews and lease renewals (including the documentation of zero uplift reviews)
• Proactively manage the estate for opportunities to re gear leases where commercially appropriate;
• Drive approval process of acquisitions with provision of relevant data to ensure all sites meet necessary commercial benchmarks
• Manage the groups' legal advisors on lease renewals
• Regular store/ town visits to identify issues and keep abreast of developments.
• Responsible for provision of accurate data to Finance department to ensure timely settlement of property related costs
• Manage Budget responsibilities and assess possibilities for cost efficiencies.
• Managing and developing strong relationships with current landlords and shopping centre Management.

Acquistions will play part of this Retail Property Manager role

• Support the Retail Director to identify and the negotiation on potential sites, working with retained and non-retained agents as well as landlords and developers to create new site opportunities.
• Undertaking site visits throughout the UK with the Retail team, review and consider suitable opportunities and negotiate and agree possible terms.

Required Experience for the Retail Property Manager role

• Experience in a similar retail property role.
• Strong knowledge of the retail property market ideally within fashion but critical for high street and shopping centres

Whats on offer for the Retail Property Manager role

Our client can offer a salary of up to £50,000 plus car, bonus and benefits package