Senior Estates Consultant (London)

Summary

*£68,200 - £99,000* per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount |Enhanced family leave| 

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re motivated, commercially aware and ready to take on any challenge. 

Just like you.

With an ever-growing portfolio of stores, our London Estates Senior Consultant plays a critical role in future proofing, modernising and managing our complex store portfolio, working within our dynamic Property Department. 

Responsible for the management of our London store portfolio, you will be involved in the property management of the existing store portfolio, as well as day to day management, through to largescale redevelopment projects, from concept and planning through to delivery. 

You will develop important relationships with internal Lidl stakeholders as well as key third parties along the way such as landlords, tenants and local authorities.

Working in a unique environment like ours, you can expect and look forward to taking ownership of important projects from initial concept all the way to completion, which means exceptional communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as is the ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines!

Please note – this role covers our entire London estate. The roles will be primarily based in our Morden Property Office but there is a requirement to travel to our Dagenham and Wembley property offices on occasion.
 

What you'll do

•    Property management of freehold and leasehold assets
•    Design and implementation of modernisation and extension projects 
•    Managing planning applications from original submission to authorisation 
•    Negotiating and agreeing lease renewals, regears and lease breaks across leasehold portfolio
•    Processing of legal documentation for the existing estate.
•    Responsible for disposal of both freehold and leasehold surplus land, including residential 
•    Handling Tenant queries on our occupied sublet units. 
•    Working closely with the facilities management to ensure implementation of projects to trading stores.
•    Managing relationships with our landlords to ensure successful delivery of internal projects. 
•    Obtaining the relevant consents/permissions for internal projects.
•    Supporting all property teams and sales colleagues in wide variety of property matters
 

What you'll need

•    Degree-level education (2:2 minimum) in a relevant real estate discipline
•    Ideally, MRICS (or working towards) and experience in estate management, property management and planning
•    Refined negotiating skills
•    Sound commercial acumen
•    Highly motivated, enthusiastic and team player
•    Excellent communication and organisational skills
•    A highly analytical mind
•    The ability to multi-task and handle conflicting deadlines
•    Strong Microsoft Office skills
•    A full driving licence and the flexibility to travel throughout the UK
 

What you'll receive

•    35 days holiday (pro rata) 
•    10% in-store discount 
•    Sabbatical 
•    Company Car
•    Pension scheme 
•    Plus, more of the perks you deserve 

*includes additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting
 

You’re Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment

If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment