Estates & Asset Manager

Position: Estates & Asset Manager Location: Cumbria Salary: Competitive Package Available | Full-time · Permanent Our national retail client is seeking a hands-on Estates & Asset Manager to manage a mixed portfolio of residential, retail, and distribution assets. Reporting directly to the Owner/Investor and Group Finance Director, this role focuses on driving asset performance, progressing disposals, and resolving legacy property issues with efficiency and professionalism. Key Responsibilities include: - * Develop and maintain a comprehensive overview of the property portfolio, including ownership structures, asset performance, and key estate data. * Implement and manage a robust portfolio management system to support effective decision-making and reporting. * Identify underperforming assets and lead disposal strategies from appraisal through to completion. * Resolve property-related issues, including compliance, tenancy, and asset condition matters. * Provide strategic hold, sell, and asset enhancement recommendations to senior stakeholders. * Work closely with the Group Finance Director to support financial planning, investment decisions, and portfolio optimisation Candidates background & experience: - * Demonstrable experience in property, estates, or asset management within a multi-site portfolio environment. * Proven track record of delivering asset disposals, portfolio optimisation, and rationalisation programmes. * Highly organised with the ability to introduce structure, governance, and effective management processes across complex property portfolios. * Proactive, hands-on approach with the capability to work autonomously and drive initiatives through to completion. * Strong stakeholder management skills, with confidence in engaging directly with owners, investors, and senior leadership teams. * MRICS qualification preferred, with experience gained from a landlord-side environment considered highly advantageous. Interested candidates should forward their CV in strictest confidence