A leading UK variety retailer with a substantial and continually expanding national store portfolio is seeking an Estates Manager to join its established Property Team based in Liverpool. This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified surveyor, or someone with up to 2-3 years'' post-qualification experience, to develop their career within a fast-paced, multi-site retail environment. Reporting into a Senior Estate Manager, the successful candidate will gain exposure to a broad range of estate management responsibilities across a large and diverse portfolio.Key ResponsibilitiesManaging and resolving day-to-day property and estate management matters across the portfolioSupporting and undertaking rent reviews and lease renewalsLiaising with landlords, managing agents and external professional advisorsWorking closely with internal teams including Maintenance, Retail Operations and FinanceAssisting Senior Estate Managers with asset management initiativesMonitoring lease compliance and managing associated riskSupporting the wider Property function, including collaboration with Acquisitions and Store Development/Planning teamsTravelling to sites as required (full UK driving licence essential)About YouRecently qualified (MRICS preferred) or up to 2-3 years'' post-qualification experienceBackground in commercial property, ideally with exposure to retail or multi-site portfoliosStrong negotiation and communication skillsCommercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused a