Senior Leasing Manager

Job Description

At Believ, formerly known as Liberty Charge, we believe sustainable transport should be accessible to everyone. We're a Charge Point Operator (CPO) on a mission to create the UK's most reliable electric vehicle charging network that doesn't cost the earth and leaves no one behind.

We work closely with local authorities and businesses to deliver reliable, high quality charging networks at pace, at scale and at zero cost.

We offer all the advantages of being a scale-up business, but with the added security and long-term backing from well-known parents - Liberty Global (who also own our delivery partner, Virgin Media O2) and Zouk Capital (who manage the Government's Charging Investment Infrastructure Fund).

You'll be joining this exciting journey at the start of our scale-up phase, and work with us to hit the ambitious targets our shareholders have set. You'll become part of a passionate and supportive team in a fast-paced, dynamic and result-driven environment.

About The Role

At Believ, we are building a culture that attracts and retains the best talent. We are a dedicated and high-performing team, accustomed to working at pace in an ever-evolving industry, and we are looking for people who are as passionate as we are about cutting carbon emissions and providing cleaner air for all. The right person for this role will need to foster a positive and collaborative environment within the private sector and the wider Believ team.

Reporting to the Head of Transaction Management (TM) in the Property team, this position is instrumental in driving Believ's growth. You will be responsible for managing and ensuring the completion of real estate transactions, to secure prime, leasehold sites for EV charging across the UK. This requires a strategic, proactive approach that ensures transactions are taken from Heads of Terms to completed leases / purchase agreements, thereby delivering a high-quality EV site pipeline.

The private sector includes, but is not limited to - land, multi-tenant retail (shopping centres and retail parks), hotels, leisure and sports facilities, food & beverage and drive thru operators.

Key Responsibilities

• Lease/Commercial Negotiations: Lead negotiations from identification of opportunity to completed leases, structuring agreements that enhance Believ's growth and provide a solid foundation for long-term partnerships. Maintain a strong focus on revenue generation through effective deal structures, ensuring each acquisition aligns with Believ's financial targets and strategic goals.
• Relationship/Account management: Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, tenants, and other external stakeholders in the private sector to foster ongoing acquisition opportunities and future site partnerships.
• On-going site feasibility: Assess the on-going feasibility of proposed schemes and have regard for matters such as tenure, boundary issues, existing tenancies and restrictions/covenants. Support the due diligence process for potential sites, including title searches, surveys, environmental assessments, and other necessary investigations.
• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely and efficient site development.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure all transactions comply with the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 and other relevant legislation.
• Technical: Work with the Design & Engineering team to help evaluate suitable land parcel opportunities and create initial layout designs ahead of landlord and developer consultation. Awareness of where/when wayleaves/easements are required and the negotiation thereof.
• Internal relationship management: Internal and external stakeholder management - working in conjunction with the wider internal team and the project management team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies for optimising internal processes and maximise efficiency.
• Documentation: Oversee the preparation and review of all legal documents related to site acquisition and leasing. Ensure the TM team maintains accurate and up-to-date transaction records and documentation.
• Risk management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with property transactions.
• Process improvements: Proactively refine and adapt the processes in place to ensure an efficient, speedy transaction process. Regularly test and update the TM process.

About You

At Believ, we are building a culture that attracts and retains the best talent. We are a dedicated and high-performing team, accustomed to working at pace in an ever-evolving industry, and we are looking for people who are as passionate as us about cutting carbon emissions and providing cleaner air for all. The successful candidate will have the following attributes and skills:

• An interest and passion for sustainability and its implementation in the property sector
• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• An existing UK real estate sector network
• Proven track record in successful delivery of real estate transactions in the UK
• In-depth knowledge of UK property law and specifically the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and leadership abilities
• Strong approach to problem solving and ability to bring and present new ideas and potential solutions to challenges. Ability to unlock stalled transactions
• Experience working with solicitors and providing property expertise for contracts, leases, etc
• Proactive, self-motivated and a willingness to learn
• High levels of numeracy and IT literacy
• Good analytical skills and attention to detail

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in the real estate sector, with a focus on lease negotiation and transaction management.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, Law, or a related discipline. A professional qualification (e.g., MRICS) is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• 25 days' annual leave, plus the usual 8 UK Bank Holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year*
• Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical insurance, critical illness cover, dental, optical & travel insurance, income protection and life assurance
• Pension contribution matched up to 10%
• Access to our car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme
• Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
• 16 hours a year Volunteer Time Off to support causes that are important to you
• Virgin Media / O2 discounts and offers
• Access to VIP Arena Suites at the O2 Arena (London) and First Direct Arena (Leeds)
• Enhanced parental leave policies
• This perk can only be availed for the following calendar year by employees who started before 1st December

Location

The business is currently based in our office in Southwark. The position is full time, hybrid with 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) based in the office. Believ is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.