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Real Estate Development Manager - Retail - UK & Ireland
Hertfordshire HQ | Regular UK Travel | Competitive Salary | Excellent Benefits
A leading global retailer brand is seeking an experienced Real Estate Development Manager to drive strategic expansion across the UK & Ireland. With an established portfolio of 70 UK stores and ambitious growth plans, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the brand's retail presence.
This is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Real Estate Director, requiring frequent travel for site selection, negotiations, and industry events.
The Role:
As the Real Estate Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying and securing prime retail locations to support the company's continued expansion. Your key duties will include:
- Site Identification & Expansion - Creating a target list of potential locations, conducting site assessments, and negotiating lease terms.
- Strategic Planning - Aligning new site selection with business objectives, market analysis, and financial viability.
- End-to-End Project Management - Managing new store developments from site identification through legal processes to store opening, in collaboration with design, construction, and maintenance teams.
- Lease Renewals & Portfolio Management - Overseeing lease renewals and optimising the existing store estate.
- Stakeholder Collaboration - Working closely with the European and wider teams to ensure strategic alignment.
- Regular Travel - Attending site visits, industry conferences, and key meetings across the UK & Ireland (approx. 50% travel).
What You'll Need:
- Proven experience in retail real estate site selection & analysis within a multi-site retail or leisure environment.
- Strong negotiation skills, with a commercial mindset and ability to secure prime retail locations.
- Excellent analytical skills with a data-driven approach to site selection and market analysis.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
- Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, problem-solve, and adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience collaborating across cross-functional teams.
What's in It for You?
This role offers a fantastic package and benefits, including:
- Car Allowance or Company Car
- Performance-Based Bonus
- Employee Share Purchase Plan - Buy shares at a discounted rate
- Private Healthcare & Digital GP Service
- Income Protection & Life Assurance
- 50% Discount
- Much More!
This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a fast-growing global brand, shaping its retail expansion strategy across the UK & Ireland.
Ready to take the next step? Apply now!
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