At B&M, our continued growth is driven by securing great locations that support our expansion plans and deliver long-term commercial value. As a Junior Acquisition Manager, you will play an important role in identifying, assessing and progressing new store opportunities, helping to build the pipeline that underpins the future success of our business.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious property professional looking to develop a career in retail acquisitions. Working alongside experienced Acquisition Managers and senior property leaders, you will gain exposure to site sourcing, commercial appraisals, transaction management and stakeholder engagement, while taking ownership of smaller opportunities and developing the skills required to progress into a full Acquisition Manager role.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the identification and appraisal of new store opportunities, carrying out market research, site assessments and property analysis across target locations.
- Assist with the progression of acquisition opportunities, liaising with landlords, agents and developers throughout the transaction process.
- Manage acquisition trackers, appraisal records and approval documentation, helping to maintain momentum across a high-volume pipeline.
- Prepare financial appraisals, site evaluations and supporting business case information to assess commercial viability and investment returns.
- Build relationships with internal stakeholders and external property contacts, supporting the smooth transition of approved sites into delivery and construction phases.
The Ideal Candidate
- Degree qualified in Real Estate, Property, Surveying or a related discipline, with MRICS qualification in progress or recently achieved.
- Experience within commercial property, agency, development, retail acquisitions or a related property environment.
- Strong commercial awareness with an interest in retail property, acquisitions and portfolio growth.
- Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret market data, assess opportunities and support commercially sound decisions.
- Organised, proactive and relationship-focused, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Property team and gain hands-on experience across all stages of the store acquisition lifecycle. You'll develop valuable market knowledge, commercial expertise and negotiation skills while benefiting from a clear progression pathway towards an Acquisition Manager role within B&M.
Why join us?
We offer a range of fantastic benefits including staff discount at B&M and Heron Foods, access to our colleague portal with additional savings on retail, hospitality, and more.
See the full list of benefits here: https://careers.bmstores.co.uk/our-bm-benefits
If you're ready for a new challenge in a growing, ambitious business, apply online today!
B&M Retail is an equal opportunity employer. We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace for all colleagues.
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