Company Description
Pradera is a specialist investment manager dedicated to retail assets. Backed by over 26 years of experience and a growing global portfolio, we’re experts in delivering meaningful returns for retail real estate investors. Our retail portfolio stretches throughout Europe and the UK – combining strategic insight with active management to deliver strong performance and long-term value. Spanning 13 offices in 11 countries, we blend international insight with hands-on asset management experience to extract optimal value from the €5+ billion retail portfolio that we oversee
Role Description
The Asset Manager will support the management of a portfolio of retail assets (shopping centers and retail parks) in Italy, reporting to the Head of Asset Management.
The role includes helping implement asset management strategies, monitoring asset performance, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to create value.
Key Responsibilities
* Support in the preparation of annual business plans, budgets, and forecasts for the assigned assets
* Support delivery of the asset management strategy in line with approved business plans
* Monitor asset performance, identify risks and opportunities, and recommend corrective actions when needed
* Coordinate and oversee property managers, leasing managers, and technical advisors
* Support leasing by working closely with the leasing team to maximise occupancy and rental income
* Liaise with public authorities and support permitting and administrative processes as required
* Assist in assessing development and asset enhancement opportunities, including feasibility analyses
* Prepare regular internal reports on asset performance and ongoing projects
* Work with Finance and Property Administration teams to monitor cash flow and financial performance
Additional Responsibilities
Build and maintain strong relationships with colleagues, consultants, advisors, and external stakeholders
Support office communications and promote asset management best practices
Ensure compliance with internal procedures and applicable regulations
Support ad hoc projects as needed
Qualifications
* Degree in Economics, Law, or a relevant qualification in Real Estate Administration
* 3–6 years’ experience in property management or a related field; retail asset management experience is an advantage
* Good understanding of shopping centre dynamics and retail market trends
* Knowledge of the Italian real estate legal and regulatory framework
* Fluent in Italian with a good working knowledge of English
* Strong analytical and organisational skills
* Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a dynamic environment