Your new companyWe are supporting a well-established and valued client with an exciting new opportunity in their team. We have an opportunity to work for the property arm of a varied group of companies with an extensive portfolio of commercial property and development land throughout East Anglia. The Property team manages the day-to-day of the estates, including supporting ongoing development projects, estate and facilities management. The estate consists of commercial assets alongside brownfield and greenfield development sites, forming part of an active development programme.Your new roleReporting directly to the Group Head of Property, you will manage an in-house property team of 8 staff. Alongside leading, shaping and supporting the team, you will personally manage a portfolio of commercial properties and ensure the effective delivery of all estate management functions.This role is ideal for a proactive leader who can balance day-to-day operations with long-term strategic thinking.Your responsibilities will include:Team Leadership - 30%* Leading, supporting and coordinating the property team to deliver strategic objectives across the division* Acting as the first point of contact for operational queries and team guidance* Ensuring a high quality, consistent service across all estate management activities* Work with the SLT to shape and develop the teamEstate Management - 70%You will deliver a full range of commercial property management duties, including:* Lease renewal and rent review negotiations* Managing and instructing external letting agents* Tenant liaison and relationship management* Service charge oversight (with support from FM and Finance colleagues)* Handling tenant applications, alterations and alienation requests* Property inspections, repairs, and dilapidations* Supporting credit control processes with the in-house team* Providing professional real estate advice and general practice surveying guidance* Contributing to development site activity as required* Maintain full statutory compliance across building systems and safety standards.* Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments.* Manage operational budgets and support long term maintenance and capital planningThis is a varied role that combines leadership with hands-on professional practice, ideal for an experienced commercial property manager or general practice surveyor seeking broader responsibility within a successful privately owned group.What you'll need to succeed* RICS qualified* Strong background in commercial property management or general practice surveying* Experience in lease events, landlord & tenant matters, and service charge management* Ability to lead, coach and support a small operational team* Excellent communication and negotiation skills* A proactive, professional approach with the ability to work across a diverse estateWhat you'll get in returnSalary up to £75,000 depending on experienceHours of Work: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm, including a 1 hour unpaid break (37.5 hours per week)Holiday Entitlement: 31 days (including bank holidays)Vehicle included: Nissan Navara or similarThis is a varied leadership role within a well established East Anglian property portfolioWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be JBRP1_UKTJ