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Property Acquisition Manager

HEAD OFFICE HEAD OFFICE BOOTS FASHION PERSONNEL PANDORA HARRODS GUERLAIN HEAD OFFICE BOOTS FASHION PERSONNEL PANDORA

Property Acquisition Manager

£84300

HEAD OFFICE HEAD OFFICE BOOTS FASHION PERSONNEL PANDORA HARRODS GUERLAIN HEAD OFFICE BOOTS FASHION PERSONNEL PANDORA, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

Posted 2 weeks ago, 3 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 043932d289bd4e66be5924c544daba4e

Full Job Description

  • We know flexible working is important to you, and it is important to us too. The Partnership has adopted a hybrid working approach meaning you'll be able to work a mixture between the office (London and Bracknell) and home. You will also be required to attend off-site visits as required. A full UK driving license is required to fulfil the travel requirements of the role., It is an exciting time to join our Property team, as we have ambitious plans to grow our estate. From next financial year (25/26) Waitrose plans to open a portfolio of new convenience shops each year and we are currently recruiting a Property Acquisition Manager who will play an integral part in delivering this. Working in the Real Estate team and reporting to the Senior Real Estate Portfolio Manager you will be responsible for coordinating and delivering a pipeline of new convenience sites for Waitrose, to take forward the Brands strategy to open new 'Little Waitrose' branches.


    • The Property Acquisition Manager will be responsible for evaluating new site opportunities and collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and present business cases to the Senior Management team. With your strong commercial background and expert knowledge you will be required to negotiate competitive terms and legal contracts, while working alongside other specialists in planning and construction.

    Utilising your network, you will engage with a diverse group of external partners, such as landowners, developers, property agents, local planning authorities and legal professionals. Your role will involve close collaboration with internal teams in retail, construction, and legal departments to ensure successful project delivery.

    Key responsibilities

  • Identifying and negotiating financially viable new sites for Little Waitrose convenience branches


  • Creating a pipeline of site opportunities for future years


  • Working with external property agents who will support in delivery of the sites and pipeline, and driving the performance of the agents


  • Presenting new site opportunities to the Sites Meeting


  • Working with key stakeholders to develop the business case for each site and seeing these through to opening., We occasionally close vacancies early in the event that we receive a high volume of applications. Therefore, we recommend that you apply early.

  • You'll be asked about any adjustments you might need to support the recruitment process. Let us know, and we'll be sure to discuss it with you.

  • Thanks for your patience in the meantime and for showing an interest in joining JLP.


    • For internal use only

  • Experience in site acquisition and comprehensive industry network

  • Extensive knowledge of the Property Market and legislation

  • Ability to work at pace, be creative, curious and resourceful

  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver targets

  • Strong in communication and stakeholder management with an organised approach.


    • Desirable skills and experience:

  • Experience in retail site acquisition and knowledge of the food convenience market

  • BSc in Land Management, Real Estate or similar degree; Qualified Chartered Surveyor

    The role will require you to work at either our Bracknell or London Head Office depending on the business needs. Our London office is relocating from Victoria to Pimlico during the summer of 2024.

  • The salary range for this role is set at £52,800 - 84,300. Please note that we are seeking candidates with salary expectations in the range of £60,000 - £70,000., - Full - time working holiday entitlement 25 days holiday, plus public and bank holidays (this is prorated for part time hours).

  • - We encourage a good work life balance, including focus on well being and flexible working and our marketing leading equal parenthood leave Policy

  • - Defined Contribution pension scheme where your contributions will be matched by the Partnership (up to 8% of pay) and, after three years' service, you'll receive an additional Partnership contribution of 4% of pay, regardless of whether you pay in or not

  • - You'll get Partnership discount in store and online once you complete your Earning Membership period. That's 25% off in John Lewis (12% off electrical products, some exclusions apply) and 20% in Waitrose (some exclusions apply) You'll also be able to nominate someone you live with to share your discount.

  • - Simple cycle to work support scheme

  • - We're really proud of our exclusive hotels based in some of Britain's most beautiful areas and once you've been with us for three months, you're welcome to explore them

  • - Health Care cover

  • - Learn more about our extensive range of exciting benefits that you could enjoy when you join us, visit - ttps://www.jlpjobs.com/about/benefits