On behalf of our client, a leading retail business, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Property Acquisition Executive to join their high-performing Property team in a 12 month contract.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the business’s nationwide expansion strategy by identifying, appraising, negotiating and securing new site opportunities that align with growth objectives and long-term value creation.

Responsibilities of the Property Acquisition Executive role:

Support the development and delivery of the nationwide property expansion strategy.
Identify, appraise and negotiate new site opportunities in line with business priorities.
Manage the end-to-end acquisition process from initial opportunity through to lease agreement.
Lead negotiations with agents, developers, landlords and solicitors to secure strong commercial outcomes.
Build and maintain effective relationships across the external property network.
Ensure acquisitions meet financial hurdle rates and are supported by robust analysis.
Prepare business cases for new opportunities for presentation to senior stakeholders.
Work closely with Project Managers to define development specifications and support timely delivery.
Contribute to maintaining a strong new space pipeline aligned to long-term growth plans.

Requirements of the Property Acquisition Executive role:

Minimum 5 years’ experience in property acquisition or real estate.
Proven track record of successfully delivering property deals.
Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
In-depth knowledge of the local property market.
Solid understanding of planning processes and legal frameworks.
Strong analytical ability, with experience interpreting financial and investment data.
Excellent organisational and project management skills.
Degree in Real Estate or a related field.
MSCSI / MRICS qualification desirable but not essential.

This is a 12-month maternity cover opportunity offering the chance to join a collaborative and fast-moving team, with the opportunity to contribute to a significant growth agenda.

Property Acquisition Executive

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