Estates Manager

• Estates Manager for major retailer
• Based North West and hybrid with stores nationally

About Our Client

A leading retailer in the outdoor and adventure sector, encompassing a range of popular brands. With an extensive and varied estate, this organisation aims to maintain profitability while expanding its presence across the UK and beyond.

Job Description

• Negotiate rent reviews, lease renewals, and break options to reduce property costs and improve profitability.
• Explore and implement regear opportunities to lower occupational costs and generate incentives for reinvestment.
• Manage the rebranding of stores and oversee the closure process, including dilapidation negotiations.
• Retain ownership of property databases.
• Collaborate with multiple internal and external teams including Retail Operations, Finance, Maintenance, H&S, and legal advisors.
• Prepare reports for monthly board meetings and advise on budgeting for the upcoming financial year.
• Oversee invoice authorisations for rent and service charges, ensuring compliance with turnover-linked rents.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Ideally MRICS or significant estates management experience in retail environment.
• Strong negotiation skills with experience in property cost reduction and lease management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, including store rebranding and closures.
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of property management systems and the retail property landscape.
• A proactive approach to identifying strategic opportunities for growth.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future property strategy.
• Nationwide travel, providing variety and exposure to different aspects of the business.
• A dynamic and collaborative working environment within a leading outdoor retailer.

Next Steps

Steph McKay at Michael Page is managing this vacancy. Apply online here or by sending your CV via email to Steph, and your application will be considered upon receipt.

To find out more and to express your interest, contact her on for a confidential discussion.