Estates Manager

Head of Property & Estates
Location: Bracknell / Hybrid

About the Role
We're seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Property & Estates to lead the management, development, and optimisation of our property estate across the UK & Ireland for a leading retailer in the hair and beauty industry.
You'll work closely with senior leadership to shape and deliver the property strategy supporting business growth, minimising occupancy costs, and ensuring full compliance and operational excellence.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who thrives on negotiation, efficiency, and creating long-term value through smart property management.

Key Responsibilities
Property Strategy & Development

• Deliver the annual Estates Property Development Plan.
• Identify, acquire, and develop new store opportunities or relocations.
• Lead property development, acquisition, and disposal projects.
• Secure leadership approval and deliver plans within budget.

Estate & Lease Management

• Oversee rent reviews, lease renewals, and rating or property tax reviews.
• Negotiate favourable lease terms and manage expiries proactively.
• Control budgets for rents, utilities, and service charges.
• Ensure full compliance with health & safety and local authority standards.

Facilities & Maintenance

• Lead the in-house maintenance and facilities team.
• Drive cost efficiency while maintaining high operational standards.
• Manage external suppliers and contractors effectively.
• Minimise disruption to store operations.

Data & Compliance

• Maintain an accurate property database to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with leases, planning, and corporate standards.

Success Measures

• Delivery of plans on time and within budget.
• Cost savings and reduced occupancy costs achieved.
• Minimal disruption to store operations.
• Accurate data and full property compliance.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience in multi-site property and estate management.
• Strong negotiation, commercial, and stakeholder management skills.
• Financial acumen and attention to detail.
• Leadership capability with a proactive, solution-driven mindset.

You'll have the autonomy to shape the property future and the support of a collaborative, forward-thinking team. If you're ready to take ownership and deliver real impact, we'd love to hear from you.