Senior Lease Advisory Manager

At NHS Property Services, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. As part of our mission to Get, Grow and Keep Great People, we continue to strengthen how we deliver safe, sustainable and financially responsible services across the NHS estate.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Lease Advisory Manager to join our growing Lease Advisory Team on a fixed-term contract up to 12 months.

About the Role

Our customer base is expanding rapidly, and we are partnering with several Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) to support lease advisory activity, drive value from lease transactions, and enhance estate performance across the NHS. In this role, you will manage and report on a portfolio of head lease and sub-lease events, ensuring all activity is delivered effectively, on time, and with a strong focus on value for money. You will play a key role in protecting business operations across our core leasehold sites while supporting customers with the management of their leasehold estates. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a growing, high-performing team, with the potential for the role to become permanent subject to business growth.

Who You Are

You are a commercially minded Chartered Surveyor with strong lease advisory expertise and a passion for delivering value within a complex, purpose-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of lease events including rent reviews, lease renewals, break options, and re-gears
• Apply expert landlord and tenant knowledge to maximise value and minimise risk across lease lifecycles
• Lead negotiations to achieve the best commercial outcomes for NHS Property Services
• Ensure all lease events are completed efficiently and in line with governance and approval processes
• Collaborate with finance and property management teams to align lease events with budgets and forecasts
• Monitor and report on productivity, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Build and manage strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Oversee service delivery to ensure high-quality outcomes for customers
• Manage external agents and advisers, holding them accountable for performance
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Provide coaching, guidance, and feedback to colleagues where appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• MRICS/FRICS qualification with post-qualification experience
• Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law, lease interpretation, and asset management
• Proven experience managing lease events and delivering successful negotiation outcomes
• Experience applying valuation principles in lease advisory work
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience managing external agents and professional advisers
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail
• A commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and continuous improvement

Where you’ll be

This is a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months, offering a hybrid working arrangement and based within our North region. The salary starts from £52,500 per annum, plus a car allowance and up to 10% performance-based bonus.

We understand how important life is outside of work so, as well as a competitive salary we will also offer:

• 27 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday with the option of buying additional weeks’ leave

• A Smarter Working Policy that allows for a hybrid working arrangement to provide flexibility in the way you work

• Training and development opportunities, providing opportunities for our colleagues to develop and progress their careers at all levels through our Professional Excellence Framework

• SMART Pension contribution to which the company will contribute up to 6%

• A range of flexible benefits, including NHS retail discounts and Cycle to Work Scheme.

• A great Colleague Assistance Programme and offer support for all areas of life

An organisation with a purpose…  

We are an organisation with a passion for giving back. Putting money back into the NHS, raising £150,000 over 3 years for our charity partner Young Lives vs Cancer, supporting colleagues to volunteer within their local communities, and being committed to creating a sustainable working environment on our pledge to become net zero carbon by 2050. We understand that it’s important to feel like the work you do is having a meaningful impact on society, and through our approach to being responsible for business, we make sure that every colleague is given the opportunity to make a difference.    

At NHS Property Services, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and in the workplace to support your needs. If you require any support or adjustments, please let us know — we’re here to help

We celebrate diversity, and we are working hard to create an inclusive environment where people love to work and can fulfil their potential.   

We would encourage all applicants to apply as soon as possible as we may close vacancies early should we receive a high number of applications.  

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