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To deliver in the most cost-effective manner the growth of the regional property portfolio required to deliver the Group strategy. And to manage the portfolio to maximize returns and minimize outgoings.
Job Responsibility:
Acquire new properties across multiple countries - primary focus Eastern Europe and Benelux but there is potential to expand to other neighbouring markets as well
Negotiate lease renewals in EU in accordance with current Group strategy
Visit the locations beforehand to ensure they meet the Group requirements
Authorize and negotiate rent and service charge payments to minimize outgoings
Secure landlord’s consent and support with permits where required e.g. shopfitting, store opening, refits etc
Negotiate repairing liabilities and dilapidations claims to limit liabilities
Annual analysis and preparation of budget rents
Deliver new stores, disposals, lease renewals, regears and portfolio management in line with annually agreed KPI’s and annual budgets
Delivering agreed property strategy and identifying/pursuing additional opportunities to enhance property portfolio
Communicating with key personnel to ensure a cohesive delivery of strategy objectives
Maintain a highly professional reputation for the department within the external market
Instructing and managing a high-quality network of external consultants and solicitors
Review and influence strategy by country
Requirements:
A minimum of 5 years relevant experience developing Full Price stores and Factory Outlets in the related markets
Degree or similar level
Full working knowledge of property law including legal frameworks for key European markets
Strong negotiating skills and proven record of successful property transactions
Needs to be able to communicate effectively in English but ideally fluent/native in 1/2 other key European languages
Proficient Excel/Word/Outlook/PowerPoint user
Flexibility to travel and visit the sites under analysis
Create successful working relationships with people at all business levels
Ability to prioritize
Ability to operate in a pressured, time critical environment
Influencing
Collaboration
Organization and planning
Team player
Initiator
What we offer:
Generous holiday allowance (often including your birthday!)
Discount on Clarks products
Provision for sick leave at work
13th month salary, equivalent to a month’s salary paid at some point in the year
Family care leave (maternity and paternity)
Exclusive employee discounts on a wide range of products and brands