Real Estate Manager

The PureGym Way

As part of the international PureGym Group, we are the second largest European gym operator. With over 700 gyms worldwide, you can currently find us in the UK, USA, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland and Denmark.

We are a dynamic and international team driven by our mission to strengthen the health and well-being of the population. Our goal is to provide a high quality and affordable fitness experience for everyone, everywhere. We offer:

·       A free gym membership for you + 1

·       Exclusive perks with our benefits package, including substantial discounts on a variety of products and services, both within out gyms and through other external providers

·       Our office is located in the greater Zurich area, including direct gym access

·       Our working hours are flexible

·       We provide 25 days of vacation + 1 personal day

The Role

Location: Zurich, Volketswil

Type: Full Time

Contract type: Permanent

Exciting opportunity to join PureGym as the Real Estate Manager! 

In this brand new role, you will facilitate the smooth running of the Pure Gym Estate alongside the Development Team (Project Managers), Facilities Team (Facilities Managers) and Property Team, and the Estate Management Assistant.

Property Acquisition Team are the first building block in everything which Pure Gym is about - expansion! The Team source and deliver new site acquisitions across the whole of the United Kingdom, working closely with the Property Development Team on construction and fit out.

Leasing Matters:

•        Must be familiar with all leases within the estate. 

•        Liaise with Solicitors, Landlords , Agents and Finance Department regarding rent reviews

•        Monthly update meeting with the Property and Development Teams

•        Ensure Property Management System is up to date and accurate

•        Deal with any boundary issues and disputes on liabilities in leases

•        Ensure the Horizon database is accurate and up to date

•        Prepare financial information for monthly reporting

Service Charge & Business Rates:

•        Review annual service charge breakdowns from Landlords (agents) against leases and report back where necessary. 

•        To help with the organising of information needed for appeals to help gain any rebates and reductions for clubs which may be unable to open for various reasons

Support Facilities Management:

•        Operational support to the Facilities Management function. This includes acting as deputy for the Facility Coordinator during periods of absence, managing and tracking warranty and defect issues arising from new developments and refurbishment projects, and coordinating communication with contractors, landlords, and internal stakeholders.

•        Responsible for investigating and enforcing landlord obligations relating to building fabric and building services (including roofing, façades, HVAC, heating and other landlord-maintained elements), ensuring that defects and maintenance issues are addressed and resolved in a timely manner.

Planning & Projects:

•        Experience within planning.  This will cover applications for signage, Building Consents and Class E – 24/7/365 trading

•        Work alongside Solicitors on any planning disputes or enforcement notices

•        Undertake any property related special projects as required by the Property Director / CFO

Dilapidations & Repairs:

•        Liaise with Landlords regarding any dilapidations notices.  Query if appropriate, and work alongside the Facilities Team and Solicitors to ensure any required works are completed and the notices are discharged

•        Work with the Facilities Team to ensure that a full understanding is agreed of where the landlord and tenant repairing responsibilities lie at each Pure Gym site, and refer to the leases if necessary to answer queries

•        Ensure Pure Gym landlords comply with lease obligations particularly in the provision of services and repairs and maintenance

Sublet Properties:

•        Manage the Pure Gym Sublet Properties and look for opportunities to increase potential income where possible

Meetings:

•        Weekly update meeting/conference call with the Property Team

•        Monthly 1-1 with Head of Estates

•        Monthly update meeting/conference call with the Development/Facilities Team

The Person

•        Creates a motivating and engaging culture for team and members

•        Is a trouble shooter and has a solution orientated approach

•        Is commercially aware and uses knowledge and experience to drive success of PureGym

•        Is an ambassador of the PureGym values

•        Can positively challenge to bring out the best in others

•        Takes ownership for performance and ensures that all targets are met

•        Can effectively build strong working relationships and networks to enable success

•        Has strong communication, time management and organisational skills

•        Has the ability to manage numerous projects whilst remaining calm

•        Is resilient and passionate about their role

•        Work effectively with the appropriate team to ensure that any disputes are resolved quickly and calmly, with a positive outcome to all parties involved

•        Possess a Property Management qualification of degree level or equivalent.

•        Possess previous experience of a similar role with a multi site occupier

Please submit your application in English.

Join us on our mission is to bring high quality, affordable fitness to everyone, everywhere.

PureGym is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our company mantra is ‘Everybody Welcome’ and we are dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive place to work.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the advert may be withdrawn at any time. Early application is encouraged.