Property Lead (Lease Advisory) - Highly-regarded retail brand (occupier)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an MRICS-qualified surveyor to join the property team of a major UK retail business with a nationally recognised store portfolio across the UK & Ireland.

This role would suit an individual with a strong background in lease advisory/landlord & tenant matters and retail estate management who is looking to move into, or further develop within, an in-house environment.

Working closely with an experienced and highly regarded leadership team, you will play a key role in driving value and profitability across a substantial leased portfolio of retail stores. This is not an acquisition-focused role. Instead, the position centres on lease negotiations and driving cost-saving exercises.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead negotiations on Lease renewals, Rent reviews, Regears, Lease restructures
• Support the delivery of the wider property strategy across the UK & Ireland portfolio
• Work closely with finance teams to assess store profitability and commercial performance
• Manage relationships with landlords, agents and external consultants
• Liaise with legal teams to ensure transactions are completed efficiently
• Support wider property management and service charge processes
• Collaborate with internal teams, including shopfitting and operations

About You

• MRICS qualified
• Ideally 3-5+ years PQE
• Background in retail, commercial property or lease advisory
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially minded with excellent attention to detail
• Collaborative and team-oriented personality
• Comfortable operating within a fast-paced retail environment
• Full UK driving licence required

What's on Offer

• £70,000-£80,000 basic salary + car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• Excellent pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Generous staff discount
• Hybrid working
• Strong long-term progression potential

Think you could be a great fit? Please apply online to arrange an initial, confidential discussion.