Remote Role
Screwfix operates over 1,000 stores across the UK, Ireland, and France, consistently opening approximately one store per week for more than a decade. The Portfolio & Asset Management teams are dedicated to transforming estate performance through strategic lease management, asset optimization, and data-driven decision-making. W Talent Property & Real Estate is partnering with Screwfix to appoint two Divisional Portfolio & Asset Managers for the North and South regions of the UK.
The Opportunity
As a Divisional Portfolio & Asset Manager, you will serve as the primary commercial property lead for your region, responsible for delivering a forward-looking estate strategy that balances portfolio optimization, occupancy cost management, lease event delivery, and long-term asset performance. In this role, you will act as Screwfix's key external representative within your geography, building robust relationships with landlords, agents, and professional advisors, all while ensuring the estate supports business growth and operational objectives. This position is highly visible and combines strategic asset management with hands-on lease negotiations, stakeholder management, and people leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver the divisional estate plan, integrating lease events, portfolio optimization initiatives, investment priorities, and occupancy cost objectives.
- Take ownership of lease event management across the division, including rent reviews, lease renewals, lease variations, and re-gears.
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Divisional Portfolio & Asset Surveyors, fostering a high-performance and inclusive culture.
- Develop and maintain an 18-24 month forward plan, ensuring lease events are proactively managed and opportunities maximized.
- Drive occupancy cost performance through strategic lease management and collaboration with Estates colleagues.
- Lead portfolio optimization activities, including market reviews, cluster analysis, and estate performance assessments, turning insights into actionable strategies.
- Manage the dilapidations strategy within the division, effectively controlling liabilities and risks.
- Oversee external agent performance, establishing clear expectations, and ensuring alignment with commercial objectives.
- Work closely with legal and internal stakeholders to ensure efficient transaction management and lease execution.
- Maintain strong relationships with market stakeholders, landlords, and agents to support negotiations and identify opportunities.
About You
We are seeking commercially minded property professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, multi-site environment and have a proven track record of delivering value through proactive asset management.
You will ideally have:
- RICS qualification (or equivalent professional qualification).
- Significant experience in commercial property lease advisory, estate management, or asset management within a retail, trade, or occupier environment.
- Strong experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease renewals, and re-gears directly with landlords and agents.
- A robust network of landlord and agent relationships within your market.
- Experience in managing external consultants and professional advisors to achieve commercial outcomes.
- Excellent understanding of occupancy costs, including rent, service charge, business rates, and insurance.
- Experience in portfolio optimization and estate planning methodologies.
- Prior people management experience with a passion for developing and mentoring others.
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects across a large geographical area.
What's On Offer
- Competitive Salary + Discretionary Annual Bonus up to 20%
- Company Car Scheme
- Excellent Pension Scheme
- Plus other Kingfisher Group employee benefits, including a 20% discount at Screwfix and B&Q
Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
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