Property Asset Manager (Commercial Real Estate)

TL;DR

Property Asset Manager (Commercial Real Estate): Managing and optimising a complex property portfolio across the UK and RoI with an accent on commercial value, asset lifecycle, and strategic alignment. Focus on leading high-value property negotiations, overseeing acquisitions and disposals, and developing a team of Property Managers.

Location: Manchester, UK

Company

hirify.global is the UK’s leading communications group and the holding company behind brands including BT, EE, Openreach, and Plusnet.

What you will do

• Lead property and asset management for a regional portfolio of approximately 1,000 property interests across multiple jurisdictions.
• Drive commercial outcomes for new acquisitions, freehold sales, leasehold disposals, lease surrenders, and restructuring.
• Conduct complex commercial property negotiations and dispute resolutions with developers, landlords, and local authorities.
• Manage costs and maximise income and sale proceeds to deliver strong commercial outcomes in line with budgets.
• Manage a network of property advisors to ensure high performance, value for money, and quality delivery.
• Coach and develop direct reports, including those working towards Chartered Surveyor qualification.

Requirements

• Chartered Surveyor qualification.
• Substantial property asset and management experience within commercial property portfolios (occupier, investor, or consultancy environment).
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills in property acquisitions, disposals, and lease management.
• Proven track record of leading property teams and building professional capability.
• Ability to manage large, complex portfolios with deep knowledge of relevant property legislation.
• Ability to influence stakeholders at all levels through verbal communication and business case proposals.

Nice to have

• Experience operating within a complex corporate environment with multiple business units and matrix structures.
• Ability to manage a geographically dispersed property portfolio and balance competing priorities.
• Experience driving continuous improvement and implementing changes to processes and ways of working.

Culture & Benefits

• 10% on-target annual bonus.
• Market-leading pension scheme with a 10% company contribution.
• Comprehensive family leave: equalised maternity, paternity, and adoption leave (18 weeks full pay).
• Health and wellbeing perks, including 24/7 online private GP access and up to 2 weeks of paid carers leave.
• Flexible benefits including a holiday purchase scheme and discounts on EE and BT products.