Senior Real Estate Manager

This role will drive the commercial success of a multi-site retail asset portfolio, with accountability for leasing strategy, tenant mix, asset performance, and long-term value creation. The position requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution across leasing, operations, and portfolio optimization.

The business is seeking a senior professional to lead the performance, leasing strategy, and optimization of a large-scale retail commercial property portfolio.

• Define and execute leasing strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue performance
• Lead negotiations for new leases, renewals, and commercial terms
• Curate tenant mix aligned with footfall, positioning, and long-term asset value
• Drive financial performance across assets, including rental income, yields, and cost optimization
• Monitor portfolio KPIs and identify value enhancement opportunities
• Conduct feasibility studies and support investment decisions for new sites

• Build strong relationships with key tenants, brokers, and partners
• Ensure high tenant retention and satisfaction levels
• Act as the key interface between commercial, operations, and finance teams

• Oversee day-to-day asset operations in collaboration with facilities and operations teams
• Ensure high standards of customer and tenant experience across locations
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and emerging retail concepts
• Support expansion through site identification, due diligence, and commercial evaluation

• Ensure adherence to regulatory, legal, and contractual requirements
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders on compliance matters

• 10–15 years’ experience in retail real estate, leasing, or asset management
• Proven track record managing multi-site retail or commercial property portfolios
• Strong commercial acumen with hands-on leasing negotiation experience
• Expertise working with malls, high street retail, or mixed-use developments
• Ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels
• Strong stakeholder management across internal leadership and external partners

• Exposure to high-growth or multi-brand retail environments
• Experience in emerging markets or complex regulatory environments
• Background in financial analysis, valuations, or investment cases