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• Responsible for the management of a geographically defined area of diverse and unique tidal land around England, Wales and Northern Ireland to meet the requirements within our strategic objectives, policy framework and business plan.

• Responsible for the delivery of an annually approved budget from rents, royalties etc. as part of the portfolio's contribution towards Business Unit and Enterprise targets.
• Accountable for the provision of strategic management of three regional firms of Chartered Surveyor (outsourced management model) agents and liaising with three regional firms of Solicitors to ensure high performance and fulfilment of contractual duties.
• To consult closely with the communications department and other relevant internal stakeholders regarding commercial or sensitive issues.
• To inform and consult with other departments of the Marine SBU on related matters as they affect the business.
• To consult and engage with all customers and stakeholders as appropriate by written, verbal communication or at appropriate meetings, conferences or events.
• Demonstrable experience of working in an asset management role, taking responsibility for a commercial, environmental and societal land assets.
• Demonstrable commitment to health and safety practices and regulatory compliance.

Most important skills based requirements:

• Suitable business related qualifications and membership (e.g. RICS).
• Good knowledge of landlord and tenant law.
• Detailed understanding of legal agreements relating to land and property i.e. leases, wayleaves, easements and licences.
• Relevant management level operational, commercial and strategic management experience with responsibility for budgets, performance targets and P&L
• Detailed understanding of the key business drivers of the Strategic Infrastructure portfolio
• Broad and detailed knowledge of marine resource management, customer management and valuation
• Relevant commercial negotiation experience with associated legal/contractual exposure
• A proven ability for taking a commercially-driven approach with evidence of enhancing the value of land assets
• Strong financial management expertise, particularly in setting, monitoring and control of budgets
• Numerate and competent in the use of information and communications technology inc. Microsoft office, GIS and other property related systems
• A strong working knowledge of the legal aspects regarding commercial and environmental rights, obligations and relevant legal processes
• Ability to build trust with internal and external relationships, communicate and work with industry, government and other stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to lead the managing agents to deliver against SBU's strategy, portfolio objectives and plans, and to create an environment that develops high performance within the portfolio and across the business
• Previous people management/leadership experience

Our Offering / benefits:As well as a competitive salary, pension and performance related bonus offering, we have a wealth of benefits available ranging from flexible working; market leading family policies and shopping discounts in the West End, to private healthcare; life and critical illness cover and 28 days holiday with the option to buy more. We value work life balance and your wellbeing highly, enabling you to be your best self to work.Disability Disclaimer:We are a proud disability confident employer and operate the offer of interview scheme Disability Confident employer scheme - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).We are happy to offer alternative application methods or formats and can be flexible on our process to enable you to have the best opportunity.If you have any questions about our recruitment process or would like to talk about adjustments, please contact us onDepartment Marine Locations The Crown Estate, 1 St James Market Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-timeContact Talent Acquisition Partner - People and Culture - People and CultureThe Crown Estate, 1 St James MarketOur Perks & Benefits28 days paid holidayWe value that you get more time with your family and friends. Therefore, we offer everybody 28 days paid holiday, 2 volunteering days and the option to purchase further holiday.Flexible workingWe value work-life balance highly, therefore we have flexible & hybrid working policies.Market leading family friendly policiesWe want the support we offer to be inclusive of everyone, reflective of the wide range of situations people face in life.Workplace, Culture & DiversityIt's our ambition to be an inclusive organisation that reflects our society, one where all feel welcome, able to be themselves and belong.A workplace where you're empowered to be yourself, diverse thinking is encouraged, and a place where you can realise your potential.About The Crown EstateThe Crown Estate is a unique business with a distinct heritage and a portfolio unlike any other.It includes some of central London's best places to work, shop and spend time, retail and leisure destinations across the country, and a substantial rural portfolio. As manager of the seabed and half the foreshore around England, Wales and Northern Ireland, we play a role in the UK's world-leading offshore wind sector as well as marine aggregates, cables and pipelines. We are also responsible for the Windsor Estate, including the world-renowned Windsor Great Park.Founded in 1760Co-workers 579 careersite--jobs--form-overlay#showFormOverlay">Apply for this job jobs--overlay#closeOverlay">Marine xc2xb7 The Crown Estate, 1 St James Market xc2xb7 HybridAsset Manager (Ports and Strategic Infrastructure)Loading application form

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