Estates Manager - Client Side Role

A leading UK variety retailer with a substantial and continually expanding national store portfolio is seeking an Estates Manager to join its established Property Team based in Liverpool.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified surveyor, or someone with up to 2-3 years' post-qualification experience, to develop their career within a fast-paced, multi-site retail environment. Reporting into a Senior Estate Manager, the successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of estate management responsibilities across a large and diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and resolving day-to-day property and estate management matters across the portfolio
• Supporting and undertaking rent reviews and lease renewals
• Liaising with landlords, managing agents and external professional advisors
• Working closely with internal teams including Maintenance, Retail Operations and Finance
• Assisting Senior Estate Managers with asset management initiatives
• Monitoring lease compliance and managing associated risk
• Supporting the wider Property function, including collaboration with Acquisitions and Store Development/Planning teams
• Travelling to sites as required (full UK driving licence essential)

About You

• Recently qualified (MRICS preferred) or up to 2-3 years' post-qualification experience
• Background in commercial property, ideally with exposure to retail or multi-site portfolios
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Highly organised and capable of managing a varied workload
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment
• Full UK driving licence

This is a fantastic opportunity to build your property career within a dynamic and growing national retailer, offering genuine exposure, responsibility and long-term development potential. For more information apply to the role or reach out to Samantha Peers on 07488 821 912 or email speers@cobaltrecruitment.com