Asset Manager – Manchester & Leeds

Company: Cobalt Recruitment
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Location: Manchester
Job Description:

Overview

In this Asset Manager role, you will drive the performance of a commercial property portfolio for a well-established real estate investor. You will partner with internal teams and external advisers to optimise lettings, leases, and refurbishment cycles while supporting acquisitions through due diligence. Based in Leeds or Manchester, you will help shape asset strategy within a collaborative Commercial Real Estate team. This is a hands-on role with a focus on delivering value and accurate reporting to guide decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Managing lease events including rent reviews, renewals and break options
  • Overseeing the marketing and letting of vacant properties
  • Coordinating refurbishment projects and dilapidations
  • Supporting acquisitions through inspections and due diligence
  • Maintaining accurate property information within the management system
  • Preparing reports and recommendations to support asset management decisions

Key requirements

  • Working knowledge of commercial asset management or a related property discipline
  • Strong negotiation and communication skills
  • Experience managing landlord and tenant matters
  • Working knowledge of lease events and commercial property legislation
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • negotiation
  • communication
  • organisational skills
  • commercial asset management
  • lease events
  • commercial property legislation

Posted: September 14th, 2026