Acquisitions / Estate Manager

Acquisitions / Estate Manager

North West London | Office-based with regular, UK travel | Hospitality Portfolio

We are working with a well-established, privately owned property and hospitality group with a growing portfolio across restaurants, hotels, and commercial property investments.

As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking an Acquisitions / Estate Manager to play a key role in identifying, negotiating, and securing new sites that support long-term growth.

The Role:

Based from the North West London head office, this role will be responsible for managing acquisitions activity across a broad territory, working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities include:

Identifying and securing new sites across restaurant, hotel, and wider commercial property portfolios
Managing the full acquisition process end-to-end: sourcing, Heads of Terms, feasibility, planning, and legal
Building strong relationships with agents, developers, landlords, local authorities, and professional advisors
Carrying out site appraisals, demographic analysis, and financial assessments
Negotiating commercially robust deals that deliver long-term value
Maintaining a strong pipeline of future opportunities aligned to business strategy
Working collaboratively with internal teams including legal, construction, and operations
Supporting strategic decision-making with clear, well-structured recommendations

About You:

You are likely to bring:

Proven experience in acquisitions, estate management, or property development
Background in multi-site retail, hospitality, leisure, or hotel environments
Strong commercial awareness and confident negotiation skills
Experience managing multiple projects across a wide geographic territory
Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, privately owned business
MRICS qualification preferred but not essential

Why Apply:

Join a stable, family-owned business with long-term growth ambitions
High-profile role with direct influence on portfolio expansion
Exposure to a diverse mix of assets including restaurants, hotels, and investment property
Collaborative, hands-on culture with strong senior leadership access

Ready to take the next step?

If you're looking for a hands-on role with variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing family business, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or reach out to Lucy Wynn on (phone number removed) or for a confidential conversation.

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