We’re the UK’s largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain, handling around one quarter of the UK’s seaborne trade and contributing £7.5 billion to the economy annually.
Associated British Ports (ABP)
Location: Humber Region (Hull, Grimsby, Immingham, Goole)
Closing Date: 15th July 2026
We are reimagining the future of ports and property. As the UK’s largest ports operator, we own and manage a diverse and strategically important property portfolio across the Humber – one of the UK’s most significant industrial and logistics hubs.
The Role
As Estates Manager, you will provide both operational and strategic estate management expertise, supporting the performance and growth of a varied property portfolio. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver strong commercial outcomes while maintaining best-in-class estate management practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operation of a commercial and industrial property portfolio across the Humber
- Undertake regular property inspections to ensure compliance and standards are maintained
- Support the development and delivery of asset management strategies to enhance value and returns
- Undertake annual asset and investment valuations in line with IFRS requirements
Lease, Landlord & Tenant
- Lead on lease negotiations, including renewals, rent reviews and restructures
- Ensure landlord and tenant compliance across the estate
- Maintain accurate records of leases and key events such as rent reviews and expiries
- Support rent collection and arrears management
- Identify opportunities for income growth and cost efficiencies
- Contribute to the annual budgeting process and financial planning
Stakeholder Management
- Act as a key point of contact for tenants, occupiers and stakeholders
- Build strong relationships across commercial, operations, engineering and legal functions
- Collaborate with internal teams to support new and existing business opportunities
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with statutory, health & safety, and building regulations
- Promote a strong Health & Safety culture across the estate
About You
You’ll be a commercially minded property professional with the confidence to operate in a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment.
- Proven experience in commercial and/or industrial property management
- Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant matters
- Experience or exposure to asset/investment valuations and IFRS standards
- RICS Registered Valuer (VRS)
- Experience working in a client-side or portfolio ownership environment
- Strong stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills
- A pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach
Why Join ABP?
- Work on a high‑profile, strategically significant estate within the Humber
- Be part of a forward‑thinking property team supporting major UK infrastructure
- Opportunity to influence asset strategy and long‑term value creation
- Collaborate across a diverse business spanning ports, logistics, energy and development
Additional Information
When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
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