Property Manager

Job Title: Property Manager

Location: London

Reports to: Co-Founders / Head of Bar Operations

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: Competitive salary, based on experience. 

 

 

About JENKI

JENKI is redefining how people drink matcha - creating feel-good energy without the jitters. From our matcha bars across London and award-winning ceremonial grade matcha products, to our innovative collaborations, everything we do is built on craft, creativity, and community. 

As we grow, we’re looking for people who share our ambition, energy, and care for the details to help bring the JENKI world to life in fresh, exciting ways.  

 

 

Role Overview

We’re looking for a hands-on and highly organised Property Manager to support our brand’s continued growth across new locations, openings, and ongoing property maintenance. You’ll play a pivotal role in managing new site fit-outs and coordinating our property expansion efforts, working closely with our well-established team of retail agents, project managers, architectural designers and our in-house leadership team to ensure every space is delivered on time, on brand, and within budget.

This is a dynamic, cross-functional role that combines strong project oversight with attention to design, build quality, and operational functionality.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

New Sites & Openings

  • Proactively identify and secure high-potential locations for JENKI.

  • Work closely with our retail agent to assess, evaluate and support lease negotiations for new sites.

  • Coordinate surveys, legal due diligence, planning, and landlord approvals as required.

  • Prepare all the information required to present the new store to JENKI’s Board of Directors for approval. 

  • Collaborate with our architect to develop the store design, gathering and incorporating feedback from key stakeholders to ensure brand alignment and operational functionality.

  • Coordinate with the project delivery team to ensure timely, on-budget store fitouts that reflect JENKI’s brand standards.

  • Manage the seamless handover of new sites to the Operations team, ensuring each store is fully functional and ready to open with excellence.

  • Act as the internal point of contact across all property projects, bridging communication between external partners, the Co-Founders, Finance Director, and Head of Operations.

Property Maintenance & Ongoing Projects

  • Oversee planned and reactive maintenance across the estate, working with contractors and internal teams to address issues promptly.

  • Implement and monitor maintenance schedules, safety checks, and compliance standards across all locations.

  • Ensure all property works reflect brand quality and design standards.

  • Maintain records of works, warranties, and ongoing property performance.

Project Oversight & Communication

  • Maintain detailed timelines, cost trackers, and status reports for all active projects.

  • Facilitate regular check-ins and reporting to Co-Founders and Finance Director on spend, risks, and progress.

  • Collaborate closely with the Head of Operations to ensure property decisions support operational excellence.

 

 

Experience

  • At least 2 years experience working with landlords or navigating lease agreements

  • Background in construction, surveying, hospitality, design or property development

 

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience delivering fit-outs and property projects for retail, F&B, or hospitality brands

  • Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple sites and timelines

  • Confident coordinating across internal and external teams, including agents, contractors, and designers

  • A strong understanding of compliance, building regulations, and property-related legalities

  • Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving

  • Design-conscious with a passion for creating beautiful, functional spaces

  • Have a good understanding of Microsoft Excel.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing company with evolving needs

 

 

To apply, please contact: otto@jenki.co.uk 


We are an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from everyone and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnicity applicants,