Estate Manager at First Bank

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First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) is Nigeria’s largest financial services institution by total assets and gross earnings. With more than 10 million customer accounts, FirstBank has over 750 branches providing a comprehensive range of retail and corporate financial services. The Bank has international presence through its subsidiaries, FBN Bank ... Read more about this company Estate Manager Job Type Full Time Qualification BA/BSc/HND Experience 5 years Location Lagos Job Field Real Estate   Duties & Responsibilities Lease Management & Renewals Lead and coordinate the full lifecycle of lease administration for the Bank’s nationwide portfolio of leased properties, including offices, branches, ATMs, and residential assets. Proactively manage lease expirations, initiate early negotiations, and develop cost-effective renewal strategies aligned with market trends and operational needs. Evaluate lease terms, rental values, and landlord obligations to secure favourable terms while maintaining positive landlord relationships and ensuring business continuity. Property Acquisition Identify and assess strategic property acquisition opportunities in line with the Bank’s expansion goals, SRF requests, and customer access strategy. Conduct detailed due diligence including location suitability analysis, title document investigation, market valuation, physical inspection, topography, and risk assessment. Property Disposal Drive the disposal of non-core or underutilized real estate assets, ensuring optimal returns for the Bank. Conduct valuation assessments, market analysis, and stakeholder consultations to determine fair market value and appropriate disposal strategy. Title Documentation, Renewal & Perfection Maintain oversight of the Bank’s title portfolio and drive the perfection and renewal of legal documents across all owned properties. Engage with State Land Registries, Surveyor-General’s offices, and legal representatives to facilitate statutory processes (e.g., Governor’s Consent, Deed Registration, Certified True Copies). Statutory Payments & Government Compliance Ensure timely processing and remittance of statutory obligations, including Ground Rent, Land Use Charge, Tenement Rate, Development Levy, and other taxes. Review and validate demand notices from government authorities, resolve discrepancies, and negotiate assessments where necessary Building Plan Approval & Regularization Coordinate the regularization of building plan approvals for owned and leased branches. Liaise with Town Planning Authorities and State Building Control Agencies to facilitate submission and approval of architectural and structural drawings. Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) Serve as the Bank’s Safety Officer, implementing OHS policies aligned with ISO 45001:2018 standards Property Surrender & Exit Management Manage the surrender of properties no longer required, ensuring compliance with lease exit terms. Litigation Support & Witness Representation Act as the Bank’s key witness in property-related disputes, providing evidence and expert testimony. Vetting of Valuation Reports Review and validate valuation reports for HCMD Group, RCAM, and CRM departments. JOB REQUIREMENTS Education Minimum education: BSc Estate management Experience Minimum experience: 5 years experience in real estate management Check how your CV aligns with this job Method of Application Interested and qualified? Go to First Bank on hdbc.fa.em2.oraclecloud.com to apply Build your CV for free. Download in different templates.

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