Dilapidations Asset Manager

TT is looking for an Asset Manager to oversee dilapidations across its estate, alongside lease events and rent reviews. This is an existing role within the business, becoming available following the retirement of a long-standing team member.

The successful candidate will have 1-5+ years of experience in commercial property management, estate management, or building surveying, and will be looking to progress their career. Full support and guidance will be provided, as the business is committed to developing the right person for this role.

They will manage the end-to-end dilapidations process from both landlord and tenant perspectives across the estate, progressing cases through to formal settlement. In addition, they will be responsible for the ongoing management of their allocated assets, bringing dedicated support and continuity to a well-established function.

• Assess and manage dilapidations claims as landlord or tenant across TT’s commercial estate, accessing support and guidance where required.
• Appoint and manage external dilapidations consultants, when needed.
• Instruct and manage expert teams when dealing with contentious cases.
• Negotiate dilapidations cases to the best financial outcome.
• Prepare board papers and cash flows for settlement approval.
• Engage solicitors to formally document agreed settlements.
• Liaise with colleagues to ensure the dilapidations strategy aligns with the broader property objectives and timing for each asset.

Produce concise, accurate, and well-presented cases for the Investment Committee.

• A Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) with a strong degree-level education.
• 1-5+ years of experience in property asset management and dilapidations, gained within either a consultancy or client-side environment.
• A willingness and ambition to learn, develop, and grow within a supportive and progressive environment.
• Exposure to managing claims from either a landlord or a tenant perspective.
• Interest in contesting cases and navigating the commercial and legal aspects.
• Adept at working with external professionals, lawyers, surveyors, and advisors.
• A genuine team player with excellent people skills and the ability to build credibility quickly with colleagues and external consultants alike.
• Strong presentation and written communication skills, including the ability to produce board papers and Investment Committee presentations.
• High levels of numeracy and IT literacy, with strong analytical skills.
• Enthusiastic and proactive, with the ability to manage significant activity.