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Vacancy : Portfolio Manager (Commercial Property)
Location : York George Stephenson House (London Stratford maybe considered subject to relevant experience in commercial estate)
Salary : £55,596 to £65,966 per annum, pro rata
Role Type : Full time, Secondment until 31 st March 2027
Are you ready to make a difference in people's lives? At Network Rail, we connect passengers and freight customers, ensuring safe and efficient transportation across the country. We're an organisation where people truly matter, and when you join us, you matter to us and millions of others. Click here to watch our inspiring video to learn more about us!
We're dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the passengers we serve. To achieve this, we're committed to becoming an open, diverse, and inclusive workplace, leveraging the skills and expertise of our talented workforce. Together, we strive to create a safe and accessible railway for everyone. Discover more about the importance of Diversity and Inclusion at Network Rail by clicking here .
Investing in our people is key to enhancing the safety, reliability, and efficiency of our railway system. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, then this opportunity is for you!
At Network rail you will also have a clear development path with access to training and additional qualifications.
In joining Network Rail, you're not only joining an organisation with a vital role to play for the country, but also a team of more than 40,000 people, and a business dedicated to being one of Britain's best employers.
Network Rail Benefits - In addition to the above, you can enjoy a fantastic range of employee benefits, such as:
- 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
- 75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family
- 75% subsidised Season Ticket for work travel (includes Underground)
- A range of pension options
- Annual Performance Related Pay package
- Flexible and agile working arrangements
- Discounted Gym memberships and much more.
For the full range of our fantastic benefits click here.
Join Network Rail ! Where People and Connections Matter
At Network Rail, we're dedicated to keeping passengers and freight moving safely and efficiently across the country. When you join us, you're not just part of a team- you're part of something that matters to millions. We believe that our people are at the heart of what we do, and every role plays a vital part in building a better, more connected railway.
We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. To discover more about our ED&I commitments click here . We value flexibility and understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. As a Disability Confident Leader, we'll do everything we can to accommodate any needs throughout the recruitment process.
Safe behaviour is a requirement of working for Network Rail. Applicants should be able to demonstrate their awareness of our safety vision .
In the Portfolio Manager (Commercial Property) role, you will manage a portfolio to deliver optimal rental income, tenant credit control, maintenance and repair and identification of investment opportunities.
Key Accountabilities -
1. Manage and maximise the income potential of the portfolio. Implement strategies to maximise property income and minimise future maintenance costs.
2. Undertake Network Rail's obligations as a landlord including enforcement of tenants' covenants. Make certain that all properties are maintained to minimise risk to Network Rail's operational infrastructure.
3. Identify opportunities and support an investment programme to maintain and improve asset value and condition of the portfolio.
4. Contribute to the development and implementation of Network Rail's estate management policies.
5. Manage the property portfolio in compliance with statutory legislation, best practice and professional principles.
6. Develop and maintain appropriate relationships with property market professionals, contractors, local authorities and within Network Rail to effectively manage the portfolio.
7. Develop and implement approved income budget for the portfolio.
8. Complete all relevant documentation in a satisfactory and timely manner.
9. Communicate effectively and consistently with all parties involved in the property management process thereby maximising profit.
10. Undertake the role of Client Representative under CDM Regulations on behalf of Network Rail in line with company standards.
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Experience managing budgets
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Positive and proactive team player
Desirable
- Relevant post qualification experience
Please note: Applicants must provide proof of essential qualifications and/or competencies where required, or demonstrate active progress toward obtaining them, or evidence their applicable experience as a condition of employment.
External how to apply:
Network Rail welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, marital status (including civil partnerships), pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, sex (or gender), employment status, trade union affiliation, or other irrelevant factor.
We are a Disability Confident Leader employer! We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
We are here to support you through every step of the recruitment process and to enable you to perform to the best of your ability. If you require any adjustments or modifications please contact Mark Holt (Resourcing Business Partner) at [email protected]. You can also visit Evenbreak's Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available.
We positively embrace flexible working, recognising that employees may wish to balance work with their family and home life.
Network Rail Benefits - To find out about what benefits we offer, click here
Network Rail is required to comply with UK Government standards when carrying out pre-employment checks for all new starters; this includes a basic criminal record check. In addition to the basic criminal record check, in accordance with the UK Government we are also required to verify your identity, right to work in the UK and previous three years employment history.
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. . Please ensure you have the appropriate Right to Work status when applying for this role."
Keeping people safe on the railway is at the heart of everything we do, safe behaviour is therefore a requirement of working for Network Rail. You should be able to demonstrate your personal commitment to safety and awareness of our safety vision .
Network Rail can offer you a rewarding career with competitive pay and excellent benefits including a choice of contributory pension schemes, a generous annual leave package, a bonus scheme and an annual 75% subsidy on season tickets costing up to £3,333 (to a maximum amount of £2,500). You will also be entitled to 28 days annual leave
Salary: £55,596 to £65,966 per annum, pro rata.
Please note, this is a fixed term contract until 31st March 2027.
*Employees will be entitled to a 75% discount off leisure travel, this includes off peak and super off peak tickets*
***Some of our roles require face to face Drugs & Alcohol testing. Further details will be shared with you as part of your formal offer.****
Closing date: 26 th June 2026. Late applications will not be accepted. We retain the right to close the advert before the listed closing date based on application volumes.
