Chief Executive Officer (Commercial Real Estate Portfolio)
Job Overview
Confidential Executive Search
A leading commercial real estate company is seeking an experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead the next stage of value creation across a portfolio of premium office and commercial properties.
This role extends beyond traditional property management. The CEO will drive portfolio performance, maximise long-term asset value, strengthen commercial results and ensure operational excellence across the portfolio.
Key responsibilities
Portfolio & commercial strategy
Define and execute the long-term commercial strategy for the portfolio.
Maximise occupancy, rental income, tenant retention and overall asset value.
Identify opportunities to reposition assets, optimise performance and support future commercial developments.
Partner with shareholders and the Board on portfolio strategy and growth opportunities.
Property & operations
Build strong relationships with tenants and lead key lease negotiations.
Oversee property operations, technical maintenance and fit-out projects through internal teams and external partners.
Drive operational excellence, cost optimisation and digitalisation, including AI-enabled process improvements.
Leadership
Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team responsible for commercial performance, asset management and property operations.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
We are looking for someone who has
Executive leadership experience in commercial real estate, asset management, property management or real estate investment.
A strong commercial mindset with a proven ability to increase occupancy, attract tenants and grow asset value.
Solid understanding of commercial leasing, property operations and investment economics.
Experience leading organisational transformation, digitalisation and operational improvements.
Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation and leadership skills.
What we offer
Opportunity to shape a premium commercial real estate portfolio backed by a long-term investor.
Direct collaboration with shareholders and the Board.
High level of autonomy, strategic influence and a competitive executive remuneration package.