Property Lead (Lease Advisory) – Retail

Company: Cobalt Recruitment
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Location: London
Job Description:

Property Lead (Lease Advisory) – Highly-regarded retail brand (occupier-side)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an MRICS-qualified surveyor to join the property team of a major UK retail business with a nationally recognised store portfolio across the UK & Ireland.

This role would suit an individual with a strong background in lease advisory/landlord & tenant matters and retail estate management who is looking to move into, or further develop within, an in-house environment.

Working closely with an experienced and highly regarded leadership team, you will play a key role in driving value and profitability across a substantial leased portfolio of retail stores. This is not an acquisition-focused role. Instead, the position centres on lease negotiations and driving cost-saving initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead negotiations on Lease renewals, Rent reviews, Regears, Lease restructures
  • Support the delivery of the wider property strategy across the UK & Ireland portfolio
  • Work closely with finance teams to assess store profitability and commercial performance
  • Manage relationships with landlords, agents and external consultants
  • Liaise with legal teams to ensure transactions are completed efficiently
  • Support wider property management and service charge processes
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including shopfitting and operations

About You

  • MRICS qualified
  • Ideally, minimum 3–5+ years PQE
  • Background in retail/commercial property or lease advisory
  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
  • Commercially minded with excellent attention to detail
  • Collaborative and team-oriented personality
  • Comfortable operating within a fast-paced retail environment
  • Full UK driving licence required

What’s on Offer

  • £70,000–£80,000 basic salary + car allowance
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Excellent pension contribution
  • Private healthcare
  • Generous staff discount
  • Hybrid working
  • Strong long-term progression potential

Think you could be a great fit? Please apply online to arrange an initial, confidential discussion.

Posted: May 24th, 2026