We are looking for a surveyor to join our Property Team, reporting to the Head of Property, to ensure we get the best from our store portfolio, helping to drive profitability for the business.
We are a small team and our ethos is very much to support each other, with a flexible outlook to manage the challenges that arise from over 150 stores in the UK and Ireland, in shopping centres, retail parks and high streets.
We are looking for someone with drive, commercial acumen and an ability to work at a fast pace to keep up with the culture of the rest of the business but always keeping a close eye on the detail. A natural inclination to collaborate is fundamental, including sharing market information that you acquire through your network or own investigations.
PROPERTY LEAD ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Actively overseeing the store estate in line with River Island's Property Strategy, negotiating terms for new stores, lease renewals, rent reviews and regears directly with landlords and their agents, as well as working with our own external agents.
- Working with RI Finance to appraise deals and the ultimate profitability of any one store.
- Working with our in-house Legal Team and external lawyers to complete transactions in a timely and cost-effective manner
- Working with the Shopfitting team to facilitate the smooth completion of refits and the fitting out of new stores.
- Manage relationships with landlords and property management companies
- Managing our Rating consultants and supporting the Property Management Coordinator in her dealings with them
- Supporting the Property Management Coordinator in her dealings with our Service Charge Consultants
REQUIREMENTS:
- MRICS
- 3-5 years of post-qualification experience either with a national retailer or in private practice
- Problem-solving and negotiation abilities
- Valid driving licence
- Excellent communication skills
We’re a much-loved brand with an exciting future. Our Islanders are a diverse bunch of bright, talented people who love working together – and are proud of the work they do. Progression here can take you in all kinds of directions. This is what a career at River Island is like. And this is where yours starts.
This role is based at our Head Office in West London. Check us out here on a map.
What we can offer you:
Generous 50% staff discount so you can treat yourself to the latest products, and a bargain staff shop on site!
Reducing Islanders everyday expenses through discounts, benefits, financial advice, wellbeing solutions and more through the Retail Trust.
A free onsite gym, subsidised restaurant & café to fill you needs. Various social events to socialise throughout the year.
Every family is unique, we support Islanders with all different family setups enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption & fertility treatment. We also work closely with the Retail Trust to create dedicated support for all our Islanders!
Flexible working is a given, on top of payday and summer early finish Fridays.
Give as you earn scheme, a ‘Giver Island’ day each year and receive matched funding.
Support with upskilling through on the job training and qualifications. A succession plan if you want to progress.
A generous bonus scheme & private pension plan.
The choice to opt in for healthcare through our provider AXA.
- ️ 25 days paid holiday, exclusive of Bank Holidays. With the added option to purchase additional holiday twice a year for whatever the need!
At River Island we are committed to the safeguarding of all of our employees regardless of age or job role. We will fulfil our obligation under the Prevent duty which seeks to stop extremism and extremist views from materialising in our business. We promote and encourage the belief in British Values- including democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance of different faiths and beliefs. To find out more, please visit www.gov.uk.
Our Island is made up of a diverse community, where we all belong and feel part of something bigger. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise. To find out more about this interview process, check out our hiring process below.
