Asset Manager at Western Trading Group, Birmingham, West Midlands

The Role

We are looking for a commercially minded and proactive Commercial Asset Manager to manage and optimise a diverse portfolio of commercial property assets, including City Centre Offices, Light Industrial, Industrial Open Storage and Shopping Centres.

The role will focus on maximising rental income, improving occupancy, enhancing asset values and identifying opportunities to unlock the potential of individual properties and the wider portfolio.

You will take ownership of lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, dilapidations and tenant negotiations, whilst identifying opportunities to improve asset performance and support business growth.

Working closely with Property Managers and external advisers, you will play an important role in delivering the commercial strategy and maximising the performance of the portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and optimise a diverse commercial property portfolio, maximising income, occupancy and asset values.
• Lead lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, regears and other lease negotiations.
• Manage dilapidations claims and ensure the commercial interests of the business are protected.
• Identify opportunities to improve asset performance, increase rental income and unlock additional value.
• Develop and implement asset management initiatives, including repositioning, refurbishment and alternative use opportunities.
• Build strong relationships with tenants, agents, solicitors and other professional advisers.
• Work collaboratively with Property Managers to ensure a joined-up approach to commercial and operational property management.
• Monitor market conditions, rental trends and occupier demand to identify opportunities and inform asset strategies.
• Support new investment opportunities and wider business growth initiatives.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who can combine strong commercial awareness with excellent relationship management skills and a proactive, opportunity-focused approach.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience managing commercial property assets or portfolios across a range of asset classes.
• Knowledge of landlord and tenant matters, lease structures and property transactions.
• Experience negotiating lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews and other lease-related matters.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to identify opportunities to maximise income, improve asset performance and unlock value.
• A proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems.
• The ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and collaborate effectively with Property Managers and wider teams.

RICS qualification or relevant professional experience would be advantageous.

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to take a hands-on role in shaping the commercial performance of a diverse property portfolio, with real scope to influence asset strategy, drive income growth, unlock value and contribute to the continued expansion of the business.

About Us:

Western Trading is a Midlands-based, privately owned investment and development company with a diverse portfolio of over 6 million sq. ft. of industrial, retail and office properties.

We take a hands-on approach to property management, focusing on improving, developing and transforming our properties into high-quality, thriving spaces. As a close-knit team, we value a practical, proactive approach, strong relationships and people who take pride in what they do.

We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for property and wants to play an active role in the continued growth and success of our portfolio.

Benefits:

- On-site parking

- Gym membership

- Company events

- Company pension