Job Description

We're the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute 7.5 billion to our economy every year.
It's a story we're proud of but it doesn't end there. We're transforming our business and embracing the future.
We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.
We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Estates Manager to join the team in East Anglia. The role can be based from either of the 3 ports in East Anglia ie Lowestoft, Ipswich or Kings Lynn. This is a fantastic opportunity for a property professional to manage a diverse and dynamic estate portfolio, ensuring optimal use of land and property assets while supporting ABP's strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the estate, including lease management, rent reviews, and property inspections.
• Lead on landlord and tenant matters, including negotiations and legal compliance.
• Identify and deliver opportunities for estate optimisation and revenue growth.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to support development projects.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, environmental, and statutory obligations.

About You

• Proven experience in estates or property management, ideally within a commercial or industrial setting.
• Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law, property legislation, and leasehold management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• MRICS qualification.
• A proactive, organised, and commercially astute approach.

What We Offer

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• The chance to be part of a business that plays a crucial role in the UK's infrastructure and economy.

Additional Information:
When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.
We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.
As part of our recruitment process, all successful candidates will be subject to pre-employment screening to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). Please note your consent will be required and further information on this check can be found using the following link:

Associated British Ports