Real Estate Development Manager - Retail - UK and IrelandHertfordshire HQ Regular UK Travel Competitive Salary Excellent Benefits A leading global retailer brand is seeking an experienced Real Estate Development Manager to drive strategic expansion across the UK and Ireland. With an established portfolio of 70 UK stores and ambitious growth plans, this role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the brand''s retail presence. This is a full-time, permanent position reporting to the Real Estate Director, requiring frequent travel for site selection, negotiations, and industry events. The Role: As the Real Estate Development Manager, you will be responsible for identifying and securing prime retail locations to support the company''s continued expansion. Your key duties will include: Site Identification and Expansion - Creating a target list of potential locations, conducting site assessments, and negotiating lease terms.Strategic Planning - Aligning new site selection with business objectives, market analysis, and financial viability.End-to-End Project Management - Managing new store developments from site identification through legal processes to store opening, in collaboration with design, construction, and maintenance teams.Lease Renewals and Portfolio Management - Overseeing lease renewals and optimising the existing store estate.Stakeholder Collaboration - Working closely with the European and wider teams to ensure strategic alignment.Regular Travel - Attending ..... full job details .....