Junior Asset Manager

Job description

Cherrywood Business Park

We have an excellent opportunity for candidates wishing to gain asset management experience on a variety of mixed-use properties and gain an insight into a wide range of disciplines including property management, portfolio management, redevelopment, acquisitions and disposals. 

Join our motivated and supportive team of professionals for this exciting opportunity to grow and deliver in a multi-faceted and active environment. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract based in Cherrywood Business Park.

The role entails assisting in the ongoing management of a portfolio of properties with the overall objective of maximising the rental and capital growth potential of the portfolio within a framework of good estate management. 

Some of the key responsibilities involve:

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Assisting and supporting the Senior Asset Manager in ensuring effective and efficient management of multiple properties

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Assisting in the management and monitoring of the performance of assigned properties within the property portfolio, minimising risk and maximising profits

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Assist in the negotiation of new lettings, lease renewals and re-gears

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Working closely with the Property Management teams to ensure the smooth and efficient management of assets

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Be responsible for financial management of properties to ensure all monies due to the Company are received and all payments to third parties are made

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Cross check valuations received on assigned properties and provision of supporting data

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Negotiate with third party suppliers to ensure best value for money achieved

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Ensure a good working relationship with tenants, contractors, design teams and third parties and be an ambassador for the Company in relation to dealings with third parties, ensuring quality service delivered by consultants and to tenants

Skills & experience we are looking for:

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Fully qualified to degree or diploma level in a property related course

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Desire to complete APC if not already achieved

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Some previous property industry experience desirable

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Strong commercial awareness with focus on results

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Numerate and accurate with analytical mindset

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Excellent communication skills

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Good team player

What will you get for this role?

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Competitive salary depending on skills, experience and qualifications

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Generous defined contribution pension scheme

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Annual performance related bonus and pay review

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Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

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Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products through “My Aviva Extras” plus discounts for Friends and Family. (Some exclusions apply)

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Excellent range of flexible benefits to include a matching share save scheme

Additional Information

One of Aviva’s core values is Care More, and this is brought to life through the flexible ways we like to work. This may include working from home some of the time, or flexible work schedules to accommodate parent and carer responsibilities, further studies and hobbies.

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying please contact Daniela Krol in the Resourcing team on 0121 234 7660 or Daniela.krol@aviva.com