Overview

Join to apply for the Industrial Asset Management (Property) role at Universities Superannuation Scheme (Ltd).

When you join USS, the size and scale of our pension scheme means you will have numerous opportunities to learn and develop your career. Given our size, you'll have real autonomy and influence as you collaborate closely with a wide-ranging team of experts. Our office is a vibrant place to work, and we offer flexibility of office/homeworking due to our hybrid model.

About the role

In your role as Industrial Asset Management, you will make a meaningful and valued contribution from the outset. This role will provide a great opportunity to take day-to-day responsibility for the asset management of directly held industrial assets within the UK portfolio. The industrial portfolio comprises 35 assets and approximately 300 tenants, primarily located across London and the South East, and is predominantly multi-let and asset management intensive.

What you will be doing

As a trusted part of Private Markets, you will:

• Work with external asset managers to drive initiatives that maximise returns and outperform the MSCI Benchmark
• Support implementation of complex asset strategies, including ESG and NZC goals
• Oversee consultant appointments (legal, letting, rating, etc.) and manage refurbishments/construction with internal and external teams
• Ensure H&S compliance and support standardisation of asset management and ESG processes
• Contribute to annual investment strategy and asset business plans, assisting in acquisitions/disposals
• Aid in quarterly valuations and data submission to MSCI
• Provide property expertise across PMG mandates to support broader transaction and asset management goals

About you

We understand that some people may be deterred from applying for a job if they don't meet every requirement. If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please apply, regardless of whether you meet all the requirements outlined in this profile.

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• Experience in asset management, ideally within the industrial property sector
• Strong knowledge of valuation, cash flows, leasing, and Landlord & Tenant matters
• Understanding of investment theory and property as an asset class
• Awareness of ESG and NZC considerations in property management
• High competency across property sectors with a proactive, self-starting attitude
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to be a team player with a results-driven mindset

At USS, every individual contributes to building a secure financial future for our members and their families. We strive to create a work environment where everyone can thrive professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of others.

We're also committed to helping you build your career by providing development opportunities. We focus on recognising and supporting each individual's unique career path, supported by an engaged and proactive management team.

Here at USS, we want you to thrive in and out of work with a friendly team, flexible culture and excellent range of benefits!

Rewards and benefits

• Generous annual leave package
• Access to a high-quality pension scheme provided through Universities Superannuation Scheme
• Supportive people policies (including enhanced occupational sickness pay and family-friendly pay)
• Financial contributions towards your personal development to help you maintain your physical and mental well-being
• Access to a range of health and wellbeing services, i.e., private healthcare, discounted gym membership
• Learning and development opportunities to develop your skills, knowledge and talent
• Employee Volunteer Days to support the communities where you work and live
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Our culture and values

Our people are what make us different. We work together to create a diverse and inclusive culture that embraces individuality, where people are welcomed and feel comfortable in the knowledge that they can be themselves. Our purpose is to put members front and centre of what we do, embedded through our values:

• Integrity

About us

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) was established in 1974 as the principal pension scheme for universities and higher education institutions in the UK. We work with around 330 employers to help build a secure financial future for more than 528,000 members and their families. We are one of the largest pension schemes in the UK, with total assets of around £75.5bn (at 31 March 2023).

To find out more, please visit https://www.uss.co.uk

The Private Markets Group (PMG) consists of a 70+ person team that oversees approximately £25 billion in assets across a fast-growing and diverse portfolio of private equity, infrastructure, private credit and property investments on behalf of USS. PMG operates with a OnePMG approach and has developed a strong track record of innovation recognized by peers across equity, credit and property. PMG includes governance positions through investments across the EU, North America and Australia with exposure across different industries.

Being part of USS Investment Management (USSIM), the in-house manager for the UK’s largest pension scheme, PMG takes its role as a responsible investor seriously and is committed to promoting strong ESG credentials across its investments. USSIM is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and supports flexible recruitment to attract diverse candidates. If you need any reasonable adjustments or assistance, please contact resourcing@uss.co.uk.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management, Purchasing, and Finance