Asset Management Manager

At Nido, we are on an ambitious journey to become Europe's leading Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) provider. With our forthcoming headquarters in Madrid, a strong existing portfolio of 12,000 beds across 32 properties in the Iberian Peninsula, and well-advanced expansion plans into key markets such as Germany and Italy, we are building a world-class team to support our growth. As Asset Management Manager at Nido Living, you will lead the strategic and tactical management of our pan-European portfolio of student accommodation assets. This hands-on role is critical to ensuring optimal asset performance, sustainable growth, and long-term value creation. You will act as a central coordination point between various internal departments—including Operations, Finance, Development, Marketing, and ESG—and external stakeholders such as third party providers, consultants, and project managers. You will oversee the development and execution of asset business plans, drive performance monitoring, guide capital planning and budgeting, and support investment decision-making through data-driven insights. This is a highly collaborative and visible position that requires commercial acumen, operational expertise, and the ability to lead through influence and execution. KEY TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to) Strategic Asset Management Develop, implement, and regularly update asset-level business plans aligned with investment goals. Lead performance reviews across the portfolio, identifying underperformance drivers and recommending tactical interventions. Coordinate capital expenditure planning and lifecycle investment strategies in collaboration with Development and Operations teams. Ensure compliance with health & safety, ESG, and regulatory standards across all assets. Proactively identify value-add opportunities and drive implementation in partnership with internal stakeholders. Portfolio Performance Oversight Monitor and analyse operational and financial performance (e.g., occupancy, AMR, NOI, margins). Review and validate property-level budgets, forecasts, marketing plans, and OPEX/CAPEX proposals. Benchmark performance against internal targets and external comparables to support continuous improvement Identify and mitigate key operational and financial risks at the asset level. Ensure smooth handover and integration of newly acquired assets into the operational platform and reporting systems. Stakeholder Coordination Serve as a key liaison for asset-level matters across internal departments and external partners. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and ensure consistent communication flow across projects. Represent asset management in internal committees, steering groups, and investment reviews. Financial & Operational Reporting Oversee monthly and quarterly reporting processes for assets and portfolio performance. Collaborate with Finance and BI teams to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. Provide management and investors with insightful dashboards, KPIs, and scenario analyses to support strategic decisions Forecasting & Market Insight Monitor market dynamics including supply/demand trends, AMR changes, and macroeconomic factors. Leverage internal dashboards, third-party research, and real-time operational data to inform strategic insights. Contribute to long-term portfolio strategy by identifying risks, opportunities, and emerging trends. Support transaction teams with underwriting, due diligence, and post-acquisition integration Requirements Bachelor's degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CFA, MRICS) preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in real estate asset management, ideally within PBSA or hospitality sectors. Proven ability to drive asset performance improvements and execute cross-functional initiatives. Strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Deep understanding of real estate financial metrics, lifecycle planning, and operational drivers. Proficiency in financial modelling (Excel), data visualisation tools (Power BI), and MS Office Suite. Fluent in English; additional European languages are an advantage Willingness to regularly travel for asset visits and stakeholder meetings. KEY PERSONAL SKILLS & TRAITS Hands-On Leader: Willing to roll up your sleeves to resolve issues and drive outcomes. Strategic Thinker: Able to balance long-term vision with tactical execution. Collaborative Partner: Effective at managing cross-functional teams and third-party stakeholders. Solution-driven: Focuses on actionable outcomes over obstacles, with asset performance and protection as the top priority. Detail-Oriented: Able to manage complex data and ensure high-quality outputs. Resilient & Adaptive: Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment with multiple priorities. Influential Communicator: Able to convey complex information clearly and persuasively to align diverse stakeholders, including senior leadership, lenders, and valuers.