Principal Asset Manager

  • carrington west
  • Mar 10, 2026
Contractor Real Estate

Job Description

Interim Principal Asset Manager
London Borough of Enfield
3-month initial contract (with a view to extend)
2 days per week office-based + site visits as required

The London Borough of Enfield is seeking an experienced Principal Asset Manager on an interim basis to support the management and optimisation of the Council's diverse commercial, operational and rural property portfolio.
Working within the Estates team and closely with the Head of Estates, you will play a key role in managing a wide range of commercial assets while leading on landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, asset strategy and income optimisation.
This role will support the ongoing performance and strategic direction of the Council's investment portfolio, helping to deliver against the Strategic Asset Management Plan.

The Portfolio
You will be working across a significant and varied estate including:
Approx 625 commercial assets
Commercial investment portfolio valued at c. £135m
Annual income of approximately £8m

Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day asset management across the Council's commercial property estate
Leading rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant negotiations
Identifying opportunities to optimise income and reduce voids
Supporting asset strategy and portfolio performance
Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team
Providing professional property advice to senior officers and elected members

Requirements for the role:
UK Resident
MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor
Strong experience within commercial asset management
Proven track record delivering rent reviews, lease negotiations and portfolio management
Minimum 3 years' experience within local authority or housing association.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to support the management of one of London's largest local authority estates while contributing to the strategic development of a significant commercial portfolio.