Associate Director - Retail Asset Management (14 months FTC)
Company
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Posted At
7/18/2025
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Description
Department: Retail Leasing
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Company: Canary Wharf Limited
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Reporting to: Director - Asset Management
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Job Summary
Coordinating asset management activities of retail assets from acquisition to disposal. Devising and executing asset business plans with business partners across CWG to mitigate risk and maximize returns in line with requirements, to maximize performance, net operating profit, asset growth and value whilst enhancing investors, end¬ user, third party stakeholders and community satisfaction.
Annual salary: circa £100k dependent on experience
Closing date: 31st July 2025
Main Responsibilities
This is an office-based role with the flexibility to WFH up to one day per week.
BUSINESS STRATEGY AND PERFORMANCE
All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy in the Administrative Rules and Procedures, and the Health, Safety & Welfare Manual.
Environmental, Social & Governance (esg) Responsibilities
Recognising the centrality of ESG principles within our organisation, we have developed a comprehensive ESG Strategy. It is imperative that all staff members understand and adopt this strategy into their respective roles. This includes adhering to environmental regulations, minimising waste, supporting nature within our urban environment, and facilitating positive change for those in need within our community and utilising our volunteering.
Quality Management Responsibilities
In line with the latest ISO 9001 requirements and our dedication to quality management, all staff are mandated to comply with system requirements as detailed within the Company Quality Manual & Policies. Additionally, it's vital to ensure the effective implementation of all Procedures, Plans, and Forms within our Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) to meet the ISO 9001: Quality Management Standard.
Company Values
Commit to Excellence
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential. We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.
Flexible Working
As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, we are open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent.
Learning and Development
At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals. We offer development opportunities through classroom and e-learning training, mentoring, cross department experience and on the job learning. We heavily invest in our staff attaining accreditations to develop existing and new skills, support chartered status, sponsorships and provide further educational opportunities which are job and business related. We never stand still and continually invest in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth.
Other Benefits
We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, all designed with our employees and their wellbeing in mind. From generous pension and insurance plans, to health benefits, subsidised gym membership, store discounts and family leave, our benefits package allows our employees to choose the benefits that suit them and their individual needs.
If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.
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Company: Canary Wharf Limited
______________
Reporting to: Director - Asset Management
______________
Job Summary
Coordinating asset management activities of retail assets from acquisition to disposal. Devising and executing asset business plans with business partners across CWG to mitigate risk and maximize returns in line with requirements, to maximize performance, net operating profit, asset growth and value whilst enhancing investors, end¬ user, third party stakeholders and community satisfaction.
Annual salary: circa £100k dependent on experience
Closing date: 31st July 2025
Main Responsibilities
This is an office-based role with the flexibility to WFH up to one day per week.
BUSINESS STRATEGY AND PERFORMANCE
- To collaborate closely with stakeholders across the business to deliver on the strategic objectives for the holdings of CWG, its shareholders and external Investors.
- To lead and agree the creation of a long-term asset business plan (ABP) of each asset including underwriting
- To optimise asset performance and produce annual asset budgets – to align and agree such plans with stakeholders to ensure efficient execution to deliver an asset’s agreed performance including NOI and cash-flow distribution.
- Working closely with colleagues across the business specifically in the areas of Sustainability, Communities, Customer Experience, Marketing and other stakeholders to identify, agree and deliver specific targets to deliver our environmental strategy and to benefit the communities we serve.
- To be accountable for anticipating, identifying and highlighting material deviations to the annual asset budget, and for expediently proposing agreeing and implementing measures to remedy any adverse deviations.
- To lead external valuations and act as lead coordinator between business appraisal and our external valuers.
- To identify, oversee and manage risks and policies ensuring compliance with the Red Book and work together with the finance team and program teams to ensure compliance with loan covenants where relevant.
- Identify relevant retail and consumer trends which impact Canary Wharf. Develop strategies to maximise these opportunities and minimise threats, building business cases accordingly.
- To maximise performance, tenant mix and covenants, and lease terms while optimizing asset costs.
- Lead renewals, rent reviews, re-gears, assignments, surrenders, CVAs and administrations.
- Lead a data-led approach to the active asset management of the tenant mix, monitoring tenant performance, highlighting potential problems and opportunities, developing proactive strategies to manage potential risks.
- Identify lease expiries and act upon renewals to proactively minimise exposure of voids, increasing income and driving overall value, but not at the expense of tenant mix, within a long-term sustainable retail and leisure offer.
- Lead retail strategies focused on growing income through prioritising growth sectors and strong performers, actively managing tenancies focusing on growth and diversified income streams, whilst minimising underperformance.
- Monitor footfall and sales data to identify trends, weaknesses and strengths, to inform business strategy, instruct other business teams and provide forecasts.
- Oversee the relationship management of existing tenants and build strong working relationships with tenants, to discuss their trading patterns: how this affects turnover and work closely with the in house marketing team to establish how turnover can be enhanced.
- Identify plans to add value and then execute and oversee the annual capital expenditure plans to drive growth.
- To ensure that retail sector knowledge, market intelligence, best practices and innovation are shared throughout the team and the wider Company.
- Drive the performance of the operations and other support teams, focusing on customer satisfaction and cost optimisation.
- Proven relevant experience in retail asset management.
- Ability to lead and inspire.
- Has an entrepreneurial attitude and a modern perspective to maximise customer satisfaction.
- Ability to make effective and persuasive presentations on complex topics to investors, tenants, local stakeholders, team members and senior leadership.
- Ability to draft reports using clear and distinctive style.
- Effective communication skills in English both written and verbal.
- Ability to negotiate complex (legal) agreements with third parties.
- In-depth knowledge of financial asset and portfolio terms and principles.
- Ability to analyse the most complex business/financial data and develop innovative solutions.
- Understanding and good working knowledge of IT systems e.g., Yardi, Argus.
All staff are required to fulfil their legal duty to take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and others who may be affected by their acts and omissions, and to follow all guidance and instructions given in this respect. Further details regarding Health & Safety responsibilities are set out in the Health & Safety Policy in the Administrative Rules and Procedures, and the Health, Safety & Welfare Manual.
Environmental, Social & Governance (esg) Responsibilities
Recognising the centrality of ESG principles within our organisation, we have developed a comprehensive ESG Strategy. It is imperative that all staff members understand and adopt this strategy into their respective roles. This includes adhering to environmental regulations, minimising waste, supporting nature within our urban environment, and facilitating positive change for those in need within our community and utilising our volunteering.
Quality Management Responsibilities
In line with the latest ISO 9001 requirements and our dedication to quality management, all staff are mandated to comply with system requirements as detailed within the Company Quality Manual & Policies. Additionally, it's vital to ensure the effective implementation of all Procedures, Plans, and Forms within our Electronic Document Management Systems (EDMS) to meet the ISO 9001: Quality Management Standard.
Company Values
Commit to Excellence
- Act with integrity and deliver high performance
- Put our customers at the heart of what we do
- Resolve issues by providing high quality solutions
- Find opportunities to collaborate with others across the business to achieve shared goals
- Encourage inclusive networks and treat others with respect and fairness
- Use knowledge to work effectively with suppliers / contractors to meet shared goals
- Confident in making decisions appropriate to the role
- Learn from mistakes and listen to constructive feedback to improve performance
- Prioritise safety and actively support community, wellbeing and sustainability programmes
- Take pride in delivering high quality service which exceeds expectations
- Committed to opportunities for self-development
- Take responsibility for my own performance and look for ways to improve
- Embrace change and innovation
- Proactively suggest ways to improve our business and encourage others to share ideas
- See new challenges as opportunities to deliver effective change
Diversity and Inclusion
We recognise the importance of embracing diverse experience, skills and perspectives at all levels and operating in an inclusive working environment, in order for everyone to reach their full potential. We also recognise that it makes business sense, since being an inclusive employer leads to better business performance and higher levels of employee engagement and satisfaction. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and skills and are committed to fostering a culture whereby everyone can reach their full potential.
Flexible Working
As an inclusive employer, we recognise the positive impact flexible working can have on an individual, their wellbeing, engagement and productivity. Therefore, we are open to consider flexible working arrangements, both temporary or permanent.
Learning and Development
At Canary Wharf Group, our employees receive a wide range of support to help improve their skills and achieve their career goals. We offer development opportunities through classroom and e-learning training, mentoring, cross department experience and on the job learning. We heavily invest in our staff attaining accreditations to develop existing and new skills, support chartered status, sponsorships and provide further educational opportunities which are job and business related. We never stand still and continually invest in developing skills and knowledge to ensure individual and company growth.
Other Benefits
We are committed to building a safe, happy and healthy community for our employees and we offer a comprehensive range of benefits, all designed with our employees and their wellbeing in mind. From generous pension and insurance plans, to health benefits, subsidised gym membership, store discounts and family leave, our benefits package allows our employees to choose the benefits that suit them and their individual needs.
If you are interested in joining our highly professional and skilled team for our next exciting phase of development, please complete the form on this page to apply online.
Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to appoint at any point.
Advertise with us by contacting: [email protected]
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