Associate, Development and Asset Management

Team Overview

The specialist European Development and Repurposing platform is a pillar of the pan‑European asset management function focused on larger, more complex and higher‑return developments. It is a centre of technical and commercial expertise that enables LaSalle Europe to create value and manage risk via development on a scale.

• During the capital deployment phase work closely with the acquisition team to advise and validate deal negotiations and assumptions
• Identify potential value creation opportunities within client portfolios to drive performance through alternative uses, repurposing, redevelopment and refurbishments
• Execute proactive asset management strategies aligned with business plans to maximise returns and ensure asset liquidity
• Lead developments across Europe through practical completion while mitigating risks throughout the process and maintaining accountability for budget and programme management
• Define and deliver leasing strategies including the negotiation of lease contracts, lease regenerations, renewals and rent reviews
• Manage key stakeholder relationships including regular reporting to fund management, investors and lenders
• Manage third‑party relationships: development managers, project managers, design teams, contractors, leasing agents, solicitors and technical professionals
• Prepare and update asset‑level business plans and budget projections
• Supervise property management operations through managing agents, invoicing, rent collection and optimisation of building operating costs
• Prepare and manage asset sales alongside the Transaction team: data room management, due diligence responses and negotiations
• Advise and share knowledge of local market conditions, best practices and trends with the wider LaSalle business

We are seeking a motivated Associate to join our London team, working closely with senior colleagues on high‑profile City developments and core assets across the UK. This position offers hands‑on exposure to traditional asset management and major development projects while building the technical, financial and client‑facing skills needed to progress your career. You will support senior team members across a diverse portfolio—from flagship office redevelopments in the City of London to income‑producing regional assets (office and retail) in Leeds, Manchester, Cardiff and Brighton.

Over time you will have the opportunity to step into a lead role on selected assets.

You will deliver a comprehensive scope of asset‑management services throughout the complete asset lifecycle, from acquisition through leasing and property‑management operations to successful disposition.

In addition, you will conduct market research to understand demand for real‑estate products, ESG standards, and market trends, deriving opportunities for our client portfolios and new developments. You will gain extensive knowledge of project management as well as asset‑management processes, developing financial analysis and negotiation skills.

• Asset Management
  • Assist in the management of a diverse UK portfolio (office and some retail) including day‑to‑day oversight, performance monitoring and business‑plan execution
  • Draft recommendation papers, business plans, budgets and reports for senior review and client presentation
  • Respond to ad‑hoc investor requests and provide timely analysis
  • Support leasing initiatives by preparing market analysis and financial assessments
  • Monitor tenant engagement, ESG initiatives and operational performance; maintain comprehensive asset oversight including tenancy schedules, rent collection, guarantees, CAPEX works and Property documentation
  • Develop and update annual Property budgets and strategic business plans for individual assets
  • Coordinate Property valuations with external experts and analyse valuation reports
  • Contribute to sales processes through data‑room preparation and due‑diligence monitoring
  • Drive ESG performance improvements including certifications, GRESB ratings, net‑zero carbon initiatives and more
• Development Support
  • Contribute to the delivery of major London office redevelopments—including consultant…