Acquisitions Surveyor

POSITION:
Acquisition Surveyor - Retail

SALARY:
Competitive, company car, pension

LOCATION:

Flexible – preferably South, West Midlands or West Yorkshire

Role Overview

Our client is a leading national retailer with a portfolio of over 600 High Street stores. As part of their ambitious growth strategy, they are seeking to appoint a dynamic and experienced professional to join their Acquisitions team.

This role is pivotal in driving continued expansion, with a clear mandate to identify, secure, and deliver high-quality retail locations nationwide. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the business’s objective of opening a minimum of 50 new stores per annum.

Regular attendance will be required at the company’s key operational hubs in West Yorkshire and South Wales.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the full end-to-end acquisition process, from identifying and appraising new store opportunities through to lease negotiation and completion

* Identify, assess, and present new store opportunities aligned with the company’s growth and portfolio strategy

* Work closely with internal stakeholders including Finance, Retail Operations, and HR to ensure new store openings meet agreed commercial and operational standards

* Collaborate with senior leadership to support wider expansion, diversification, and portfolio optimisation initiatives

* Actively target and secure portfolio and individual store acquisitions in line with strategic growth plans

Candidate Background & Experience

* Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Commercial Property / Transaction role.

* Estate qualification preferred (but not essential); proven acquisition experience is critical.

* Demonstrable experience negotiating all aspects of the acquisition process, including agreements for leases, leases, and occupational specifications.

* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively at all organisational levels.

* Proven track record of delivering results in a fast-paced environment.

* Ability to work under pressure, manage tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Interested candidates are invited to forward their

CV and application to Paul Davidson