Estate Manager

Estates Manager – UK & Ireland Leading Health and Beauty Retail Chain Hybrid | HQ in Ascot | Travel ~50% £65,000–£75,000 basic Car Fuel Card Benefits Full-time | Permanent | ASAP Start (flexible) We’re partnering with one of the UK’s leading retailers to find a standout Estates Manager — someone who thrives on taking ownership and shaping a high-performing, ever-evolving store estate. With hundreds of thriving stores across the UK & Ireland — and an ambitious roadmap for growth — this role is central to how the business manages its footprint, enhances store environments, and drives long-term value. If you’ve got multi-site retail property experience and are ready to step into a high-autonomy role where your decisions make a real impact, this is it. The Role This is a hands-on and strategic estates role, giving you full control of the UK&I property portfolio: Lead the end-to-end estate strategy: acquisitions, refurbishments, relocations, and closures Take charge of lease negotiations, rent reviews, renewals, and terms with landlords and agents Manage supplier and contractor relationships across FM, compliance, and professional services Lead a small, skilled team including Maintenance and Store Design Oversee all aspects of facilities: service charges, business rates, utilities, and cost control Support the delivery of in-store improvements with minimal disruption to trading Ensure property data is accurate, reliable, and supports better planning Expect to travel across the estate 2–3 days per week What You’ll Need Strong background managing a retail estate or multi-site property portfolio from a retail business or similar In-depth lease negotiation experience with a solid grasp of commercial property terms Proven leadership in facilities, suppliers, and contractor performance Financially astute — confident spotting inefficiencies and identifying savings Clear communicator — able to influence at senior level and manage multiple stakeholders Proactive, resilient, and comfortable in a fast-paced, consumer-facing environment The Package £65,000–£75,000 basic salary (dependent on experience) Company car fuel card Hybrid working – Ascot HQ when not travelling Great benefits package – pension, healthcare, generous holiday allowance Excellent progression opportunities in a growing, high-profile retailer Interested? Apply now or send your CV to tom.richards@harbourneassociates.com for a confidential conversation.

Location: Ascot, GB

Posted Date: 6/15/2025