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Acquisitions Manager - Total Swimming Academies - Whitefield, Manchester

Employer
We Are Swim
Location
Whitefield, Manchester
Salary
£30,000 - £35,000
Closing date
18 Aug 2022

Job Details

Acquisitions Manager - Total Swimming Academies - Whitefield, Manchester

Property: Acquisitions Manager
Reporting to: Head of Acquisitions 
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
National travel is a requirement of this role 

As Property Acquisitions Manager you will be responsible for delivering against The Sporting House’s property acquisition business plan for swim! You will lead on site acquisitions and account management to ensure we deliver on our ambitious growth plans, ensuring all results are monitored and reported. 

You will work with the Head of Acquisitions and the wider Commercial, Development and Operational teams to maximise returns from our property acquisition activities. Growing the number of sites through effective business development, relationship management and pipeline conversions to achieve business plans. 

A background in growing a national property acquisitions account within the leisure sector is desirable as is a passion for breaking down barriers to kids’ physical activity. To be successful in this role you will have great people skills partnered with a strong commercial background. 

Responsibilities 

  • Location planning analysing data 
  • Schedule and attend site acquisitions with perspective landlords & agents involving Directors when appropriate
  • Collaborate with the wider team to develop and implement the property acquisitions plan to achieve company goals and objectives aligned to our growth plans
  • Manage the property pipeline ensuring all metrics, project plans and dashboards are updated
  • Preparation of landlord packs and outreach collateral for all future property acquisitions
  • Calendar of events to engage with agents, landlords and developers
  • Build & maintain relationships with internal and external partners

Personal Specification 

  • Experienced in property acquisitions and relationship management
  • Experience in retail, leisure & hospitality property acquisitions desired but not a requirement
  • Keen eye for detail with a commercial approach
  • Understanding of market research methods and analysis
  • Confident and competent in developing stakeholder relationships
  • The ability to work on own initiative and develop an effective approach to entering the leisure property market
  • Proven track record of achieving KPIs and targets
  • Strong, dynamic & enthusiastic personality
  • Good communicator, including great presentation skills, written English, and telephone manner
  • Ability to work alone in the field, as well as within the Commercial team
  • Understanding of contractual processes and obligations
  • A self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Willing to travel nationally

Company Background 

At The Sporting House, we are committed to breaking down barriers for children to reach their true potential, whether that be delivering quality programmes, building leisure facilities or training the next generation of coaches and teachers. Led by high profile Olympians, our brands swim!, Becky Adlington’s SwimStars and Total Swimming Academies engage over 30,000 children every week in activities.

Behind the scenes, we offer a fun and supportive working environment built on honesty, trust and respect. Our people are at the heart of Sporting House and we are proud to offer bespoke training and fantastic opportunities for those who want to develop and progress. 

Company Benefits

  • 30 days annual leave increasing to 33 days with service (including bank holidays) 
  • Day off for your birthday 
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay 
  • Employee Assistance Programme 
  • Discount on swimming lessons for your children and friends/family 
  • Discounted gym membership 
  • Employee Recognition Scheme 
  • Cycle to work scheme 
  • Death in service benefit

Company

Great things happen when people with talent and purpose come together to create what couldn’t be done alone. 

At swim, we don’t just know this, we live it, and we’re looking for people like you who do the same. 

Founded by Olympians, Becky Adlington OBE & Steve Parry MBE,  we are revolutionising swimming, changing lives, building infrastructure & developing talent. 

We engage 30,000 children every week in physical activity, we’ve delivered over 4,000 leisure qualifications, and we develop leisure facilities for local communities – but until every child is given the opportunity to learn this vital life skill. We’re fast paced, we challenge each other and have fun! We love inspiring the next generation and our people are at the heart of everything we do. For those with a passion for teaching and engaging in this fantastic sport, we offer fantastic career opportunities built on strong values and real investment in our people. 

 

Company info
Website
Mini-site
We Are Swim
Telephone
0300 303 3580
Location
Swim Sports Company Ltd
Edinburgh House
Hollinsbrook Way
Bury
Greater Manchester
BL9 8RR
United Kingdom

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