Estates Manager

Job Title: Estates Manager (Retail)
Location: Mansfield
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Role: Permanent - Full-Time

Ready to Redefine Retail Property Management?

We’re looking for a dynamic and driven Estates Manager to join a high-performing property team within one of the UK’s most ambitious and fast-paced retail groups. This is not your average estates role, you’ll be at the heart of a business that’s transforming the retail landscape through innovation, scale, and fearless ambition.

As am Estates Manager you’ll take full ownership of a defined geographical area, managing everything from lease events and acquisitions to property overheads and estate optimisation. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment where no two days are the same, this is your opportunity to make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Manage all estates-related matters across your region, including lease reviews, service charges, business rates, and property issues
• Lead negotiations with landlords and external consultants, taking full ownership of lease renewals, rent reviews, and relocations
• Support acquisitions and store development projects, from legal processes to on-the-ground execution
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure the estate supports operational excellence and commercial success
• Tackle everything from roadworks and council negotiations to flagship store launches—this is a hands-on, high-impact role
• Provide clear, data-driven reporting to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong commercial acumen and experience in estates or property management, ideally within a retail or multi-site environment
• Confident negotiator with the ability to manage lease events and property-related challenges independently
• Highly organised with excellent time management skills—able to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and present data to inform business decisions
• Flexible and adaptable—comfortable with change and open to national and occasional international travel

Why You’ll Love It:

• High-Impact Role: Be part of a business that’s scaling fast and investing heavily in its property strategy
• Career Acceleration: Work alongside senior leaders and gain exposure to major projects and acquisitions
• Unmatched Rewards: Competitive salary, bonus potential, and access to exclusive performance-based incentives
• Recognition Culture: Monthly peer-nominated awards, leadership development sessions, and company-wide celebrations
• Wellbeing First: Access to a comprehensive wellbeing programme, free gym classes, and mental health support
• Immersive Culture: From retail reconnect days to internal festivals and CEO sessions, you’ll be part of a business that values its people

Our client is a multi-award-winning market leader and this is an exceptional opportunity to join them as an Estates Manager and take your career to the next level, APPLY NOW.

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About us:

This Estates Manager role is handled by McCarthy Recruitment, an award-winning multi-sector recruiter. We are committed to unlocking your full potential and finding your perfect role.

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