Commercial Lettings Negotiator

Senior Commercial Lettings Negotiator

Central London | Full-Time | Office Based

A highly established and successful private property investment and development company is seeking a Senior Commercial Lettings Negotiator to take responsibility for leasing activity across a defined commercial portfolio.

The role involves managing the end-to-end lettings process, maintaining occupancy, and supporting the effective management of the portfolio in line with long-term investment objectives.

Responsibilities

• Management of the full leasing cycle from marketing through to completion.
• Scheduling and leading viewings.
• Supporting the legal process through to lease completion.
• Driving occupancy levels and optimising rental income.
• Supporting asset management initiatives including rent reviews, renewals and void reduction.
• Co-ordinating and conducting negotiations with prospective tenants.
• Building and maintaining relationships with tenants, agents and advisors.
• Liaising with the asset management and property management teams.
• Undertaking preparation of lettings documents including Heads of Terms and completion statements.
• Monitoring market trends, rent values and competitor activity.
• Reporting on leasing performance and deal progress.
• Assisting with wider commercial projects and portfolio initiatives.
• Interdepartmental working across the business including Commercial Property Management, Landlord & Tenant, legal and other teams.

Key Competencies

• Commercial awareness with focus on maximising asset value.
• Strong negotiation and lease structure capability.
• Portfolio ownership and accountability for performance.
• Stakeholder management across tenants, agents and external teams.
• Analytical thinking with the ability to interpret market trends.
• Understanding of co-working trends, flexible workspace models and occupier demand.

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in real estate, property or related discipline.

Desirable

• Working towards or membership of a professional body e.g. RICS.

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial lettings or a similar role.
• Experience negotiating commercial lease terms and completing transactions.
• Exposure to the Central London property market.

Desirable

• Experience working client-sided or directly with landlord portfolios.
• Experience managing external lettings agents.
• Involvement in asset management initiatives including rent reviews and renewals.

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong understanding of commercial lease structures including rent reviews and break clauses.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook.

Desirable

• Knowledge of property management CRM systems.
• Awareness of current market trends in the London commercial property sector.
• Understanding of co-working trends, flexible workspace models and occupier demands.

Skills

Essential

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good time management and organisational ability.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Desirable

• Ability to interpret and apply market data.
• Stakeholder management across internal teams and external partners.

Attitude

Essential

• Proactive and self‑motivated with a strong sense of ownership.
• Commercially aware with a results‑driven mindset.
• Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently.
• Professional, reliable and trustworthy.

Desirable

• Positive and adaptable approach.
• Willingness to contribute to wider business initiatives.

Company Benefits

• Competitive salary with discretionary performance related bonus.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service.
• Private healthcare and health cash plan cover.
• Life assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Stable long‑term role within a privately owned property company.
• Opportunity to work client side within a diverse commercial property portfolio.
• Exposure to high value Central London assets and transactions.
• Close-knit and collaborative team environment.
• Autonomy and ownership of portfolio performance.
• Modern offices in Central London.
• Direct exposure to decision makers and business owners.
• Varied role with broad responsibility across leasing activity.
• Professional development support including RICS.

Salary: £60,000.00 – £65,000.00 per annumType: Full TimeRegion: UK – LondonTown/City: City of London, LondonPosted: 12/05/2026Reference: BBBH12279_1778580814

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