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A market‑leading property consultancy with one of the UK’s largest and most successful Property Management teams is seeking an experienced Associate Director to join its Manchester office.

Base pay range

• Associate Director – Property Management
• Location: Manchester
• Salary: Up to £65,000 + industry‑leading bonus (circa 40%) + benefits

The Role

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a diverse Northern portfolio on behalf of a major institutional asset manager and other investment clients. The assets include multi‑let Grade A offices, retail and industrial properties, and a major development project nearing completion.

You will lead on all aspects of property management performance and client service delivery, supported by a strong internal platform and specialist service teams (ESG, Procurement, CX, Data, and Technology).

You’ll have exposure to development and asset management initiatives, helping shape the strategy for a portfolio that includes a 1 million sq ft development site with around 250,000–300,000 sq ft of new Grade A office space, much of which is already pre‑let.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed portfolio of commercial assets across the North of England.
• Lead on client relationships, acting as a key point of contact for institutional and property company clients.
• Oversee site‑based teams including Facilities Management and graduates.
• Deliver consistently high standards of management, ensuring assets are clean, safe, secure, and in repair.
• Prepare, monitor, and reconcile service charge budgets.
• Ensure buildings provide a modern, customer‑focused occupier experience.
• Drive continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives across the portfolio.
• Support business development, client reporting, and portfolio performance reviews.

The Candidate

• Extensive Commercial Property Management Experience
• Proven experience managing large multi‑let offices and mixed commercial portfolios.
• Skilled in financial management, service charge budgeting, and compliance.
• Excellent client‑facing and relationship management skills.
• Experience managing junior team members and working collaboratively with specialist service lines.
• Knowledge of ESG and sustainability principles within property management.
• Commercially astute, ambitious, and proactive in seeking continuous improvement.
• Willing to be office‑based in Manchester at least three days per week, with regional travel as required.

Why Apply?

• Join a market‑leading property management platform with national reach.
• Manage a high‑profile institutional client portfolio and flagship Northern assets.
• Work within a collaborative, high‑performing team that values innovation and excellence.

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Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Management