Real Estate Portfolio & Leasing Associate (6MTH FTC)

Exciting opportunity for a commercially-minded Surveyor / property professional (Lease Advisory / Occupier Transaction Management / L&T and/or Property Management) to join a dynamic PERE investor with a diverse retail portfolio across the UK and Europe. Working closely with senior property leadership, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering leasing and portfolio strategies across a large property estate. Client Details Our client is growing PE and Real Estate Family Office with a specialism in Retail investments and operating companies across the UK and Europe. Property is a key value driver within the group and encompasses Freehold Asset Management, Leasehold liability reduction and active portfolio strategy, creating a unique opportunity for a commercially focused property professional. Description Support the development and implementation of leasing strategies across a portfolio of retail assets, working closely with the Group Property Director and Real Estate team. Analyse portfolio performance, lease events and occupational costs to identify risks and opportunities. Monitor key metrics including rent roll, lease expiries, break options, vacancy rates and over-rented properties. Identify opportunities to enhance freehold value and reduce leasehold liabilities through lease restructuring, renewals, surrenders and managed exits. Support and, where appropriate, lead lease negotiations including renewals, rent reviews, re-gears, surrenders and new lettings. Manage external agents and professional advisers and collaborate with operational teams. Produce portfolio reporting, dashboards and strategic recommendations. Maintain accurate property and lease records and support acquisition due diligence. Profile A successful Portfolio & Leasing Associate should have: 2-5 years of experience within commercial property, asset management or property management. Understanding of commercial leasing and lease events. Ideally MRICS qualified Strong analytical and financial skills. Advanced Excel and reporting skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Experience within retail property portfolios. Exposure to restructuring or insolvency-related property matters. Experience managing external consultants or agents. Job Offer Competitive salary up to £80,000 (pro-rata). Bonus opportunities and additional benefits (pro-rata). Great, fast-paced company culture, learning from seasoned PE professionals. Opportunity to work on a fixed-term contract with the potential to flip to Perm, subject to needs and performance