Senior surveyor, commercial property manager

Senior Surveyor, Commercial Property Manager The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven individual to join a growing and ambitious business as Senior Surveyor - Commercial Property Manager in our Commercial Management team based in our Central London Office.

The Commercial Management team is a fully integrated management offering based in our London offices. The team acts for a wide variety of landlord clients in the main property sectors of retail, office, and industrial and also works closely with the residential portfolio management team on mixed-use buildings and portfolios.

The Best Things About the Role

• The chance to be part of a developing team and have input into the strategy.
• It's an exciting time to join the business, as we begin a new chapter of sustainable and ambitious growth.
• The chance to progress your career with a company that really does care about you.

Responsibilities

As a Commercial Property Manager, you will be responsible for your own clients, managing your own portfolio of properties across sectors on behalf of a number of clients and will work to support the team as necessary in other areas. You will also have the opportunity to help grow and share the management offering in line with our strategic aim to expand this service line. Your duties will include (but will not be limited to) the following:

• Property Management: Ensure properties are efficiently managed. Anticipate, monitor, and resolve issues; maintain regular contact with occupiers; and seek to comply with the service charge budget.
• Health and Safety: Work with the Facilities Management teams to ensure the health and safety of all properties under management. Undertake regular inspections to ensure compliance with lease obligations, internal business standards, and RICS guidelines.
• Budgeting: Assist in preparing annual budgets in accordance with service charge procedures and regulations. In partnership with Client Accounting, manage and monitor expenditure throughout the year.
• Finance Management: Manage and collect sums owed by occupiers relating to rent, service charge, insurance, and any other sums due under the lease.
• Lease Management: Manage and monitor key lease event dates including break options, rent reviews, and lease renewals. Manage applications by occupiers under the lease, such as licences to assign, alter, and underlet. Implement and develop systems to ensure applications are dealt with properly and efficiently.
• Client Management and Reporting: Prepare client reports. Arrange and attend quarterly management meetings and any other meetings at the client's request.
• Sustainable Management: Ensure that sustainable management practices are used at all times and new legislation is adhered to.

Requirements

• Industry-related qualification.
• Experience in commercial property management and client and team management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise activities, and achieve desired outcomes.
• Proven ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and legislation relevant to commercial property management/surveying.
• Proven track record of effective communication with individuals at all levels.
• Proven track record of managing various stakeholder relationships to get consensus on solutions.
• Budgeting experience; strong financial awareness.
• Experience using TRAMPS (preferred) or similar property management accounting system.
• Hybrid working - to give you the flexibility you need.

We recognise that diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and background, enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to serve our clients and community effectively. Our goal is to create a culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, knowing their unique perspectives are welcomed and appreciated. We actively seek applicants from all backgrounds and want you to get in touch even if you don't have all the skills we have asked for - we will support you with the development you need.