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    We have an exciting opportunity for an Graduate Property Asset Manager to join the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer!

    Are you a highly organised and not phased by managing multiple tasks? Do you have a degree in BSc Real Estate or related Discipline?

    If you have answered yes to these questions, Majestic Wine would be delighted to hear from you!

    The Role

    Within this role you will be assisting the Asset Managers and working closely with the Majestic stores across the UK to ensure the properties are meeting company standards. You will liaise closely with various stakeholders both internal and external to progress lease events and ensure that properties are compliant.

    Alongside this, you will liaise with the wider Majestic teams to deliver strategic objectives against all other related property matters.

    Key Responsibilities

    • Act as a first point of contact on day to day property management issues as they arise;
    • Effectively support the management of the Property Portfolio to enhance profitability of assets;
    • Liaising directly with landlords and/or agents to achieve the best possible results for Majestic;
    • Conducting site visits where required to check on property management aspects of the estate or building;
    • Working with the facilities team to ensure lease and statutory compliance and to escalate (both internally and externally), monitor and report on property maintenance and repairs;
    • Monitoring health and safety risks and escalating where identified;
    • Management of incoming service charges and confirming liability in accordance with lease terms;
    • Liaising with external advisors on business rates issues and maintaining internal records;
    • Maintaining records for audit and register and monitor all insurance claims;
    • Monitoring and reporting of compliance requirements and documentation;
    • Supporting the Assets team on wider property related projects;
    • Ensure all Majestic properties are meeting company standards;
    • Liaise with the wider Majestic teams to deliver strategic objectives;
    • Day to day office administration - to include approving service charges, insurance costs etc.

    Knowledge and Skills Required

    • Minimum 2.1 graduate with a degree in MSc Real Estate or related discipline
    • A good understanding of commercial property management and applicable law including landlord and tenant (desirable but not essential)
    • Excellent negotiation skills
    • Ability to work well as part of a team
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
    • Must be able to communicate with colleagues at all levels
    • Strong organisational skills are required
    • Able to work in a fast-paced environment
    • Able to multi-task and prioritise workload
    • A full UK driving licence is essential

    Who are we?

    Majestic is the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, operating a network of over 200 stores nationwide. Founded in 1980, the company recently passed back into private ownership following the acquisition of Fortress Investment Group and has undergone an ambitious transformation and turnaround programme.

    The results of which are now being seen, with record market share growth, a new and improved product range, a new website and six new stores - with a pipeline for future expansion over the next five years.

    With no minimum purchase, the Majestic range includes over 1,100 different wines, spirits and beers both online and in-store. Majestic’s key strength is over 1,000 WSET-trained colleagues offering knowledgeable, friendly service across all channels.

    Benefits

    • A competitive salary
    • Performance related bonus
    • 29 Days holiday per year inclusive of public and bank holidays
    • We also have a Holiday Purchase Scheme
    • Life assurance 3x your salary
    • Contributory pension
    • Free parking on site with electrical charging points
    • An unparalleled fun company culture that's focused on empowering and developing our employees
    • Access to Retail Trust which includes: Retail Rewards including Instant savings with discounted e-vouchers, discounted reloadable shopping cards, gift vouchers and gift cards, Discounts of up to 30%, Access to free counselling and support phone line

    Job Specifics

    • Contract Type: Permanent
    • Location: Our Head Office is based in Watford, just 20 minutes from London Euston. From Watford Junction, we are a 15-minute walk to our Head Office

    We are proud to offer a new Agile Working Policy for Support Centre colleagues; a blend of office and home working which will include a number of days working at the Majestic Office.

    We look forward to receiving your application! Together we are Majestic!