Assistant Property Manager

Hays is delighted to be working in partnership with Borough Market Trust to support the appointment of an Assistant Property Manager. This campaign reflects Borough Market's continued investment in its people and property function, and Hays' long-standing experience supporting value‑led organisations with specialist property and asset management recruitment.

Assistant Property Manager - Borough Market Trust

Salary: Circa £42,000

Closing date: 15 May 2026

About Borough Market

Borough Market is one of London's most cherished institutions and a registered charity with a long-term commitment to food, people and place. Alongside the world-famous market, the Trust owns and manages a diverse mixed‑use portfolio including retail, hospitality, office and residential properties, with income from these assets supporting the charity's wider mission. Borough Market is proud of its people‑first culture - a place where collaboration, integrity and purpose genuinely matter.

The Role

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Property Manager to support the Head of Asset Management in the day-to-day management of Borough Market's property portfolio.This role has a particular focus on the Trust's investment properties, including cafés, restaurants, bars, offices and residential units, and sits within a small, close-knit team. The appointment comes at an important point for the organisation, as Borough Market looks to bring its market and investment property activity closer together. You will be visible on site, involved in the practical realities of managing a busy and varied estate, while also contributing to a long-term vision for how the property functions operate.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the Head of Asset Management with the day-to-day management of a mixed‑use estate
• Acting as a key point of contact for tenants, contractors and professional advisers
• Coordinating repairs, maintenance and minor works alongside the Facilities team
• Maintaining accurate lease, compliance and key date records (Re‑Leased or similar systems)
• Supporting residential tenancy renewals, service charges and insurance queries
• Assisting with health & safety compliance and statutory requirements.
• Liaising with local authorities and stakeholders on planning, licencing and related matters
• Providing strong administrative support and contributing to ad‑hoc property projects

About You

Borough Market are open-minded about background and career path. You might be working in residential or commercial property management, estates, facilities or a similar environment and public or private sector experience is equally welcome. More important than qualifications is how you work:

• Collaborative, pragmatic and comfortable supporting senior stakeholders
• Organised, resilient, confident and able to juggle multiple priorities
• Happy to be present on site and part of the day‑to‑day life of Borough Market
• Motivated by working for a value‑led organisation rather than a purely commercial setting

This role would suit someone who enjoys getting close to the detail, learning from experienced colleagues and growing with the organisation.

Working Arrangements & Benefits

• Predominantly on‑site role (hybrid working of up to one day per week considered after probation; first six months on‑site preferred)
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Contributory pension with up to 7% employer matching
• Group life insurance
• Study leave policy
• Enhanced maternity benefits
• Cycle to work scheme

How to Apply

This appointment is being supported by Hays, working on behalf of Borough Market Trust. For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Molly Spencer at Hays on Applications close on 15 May 2026.

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