National Real Estate Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
The scale of Real Estate projects we're undertaking is huge. And you'll be the one to keep us in check.
Assisting with the administration and control on the construction of large projects, identifying opportunities for new stores or managing the existing store estate. Whatever the task, you'll put your all into it.
We do things our own way at Aldi. But whatever we're doing, we must be getting it right. With a wave of impressive sales figures behind us, we're opening new stores at lightning speed. It means our Real Estate teams are always kept on their toes.
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Real Estate department at Aldi head office. This is an excellent chance to become a key part of the growing Real Estate Department in the fourth largest supermarket in the UK.
The candidate must be able to manage a full and varied workload. The role demands a proactive and positive attitude, teamwork, high attention to detail, meticulous organisation and effective time management as well as the drive to deliver quality.
If you’re always striving to improve and want to join a really important part of the business, apply to join #TeamAldi today!
Your New Role
Project administration to include;
- Fee / design change documentation / design variations tracking
- project / deadline / action tracking
- off-site and on-site meetings
- invoice processing and tracking
- logging and reviewing various documents including tenders and contracts
- legal administration and communication with solicitors
- PA support / travel booking / minute taking / writing memos and agendas
- creation of high-level presentations on PowerPoint
Continually identifying ways to improve processes and practices, then implementing and embedding them- To provide organisational and administrative support to the Real Estate Director and National Real Estate Construction team
- A significant proportion of the role involves invoice processing, facts, figures, and the use of Excel, SAP and SAP Ariba. The position requires a process-orientated mindset, strong tracking and organisation skills, teamwork and communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, demanding adaptability to an ever-changing set of requirements.
About You
GCSE or equivalent passes in maths and English
- 3 A Level or equivalent qualifications
- Invoice and cost control
- Project administration
- Process development
- Experience in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
- Excellent listening, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to effectively prioritise and execute tasks whilst under pressure
- Goal-oriented approach
- Passionate about delivering a great service and conscious of the impact that their work has on the wider business
- Proficient use of MS Office suite (Intermediate Excel as a minimum)
What You’ll get in Return
Salary: £34,690 rising to £40,510- Monday to Friday, 8am to 4:30pm, with the opportunity of 2 days a week remote working
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- In office flexi-time
- Full training provided
- Pension scheme
- Private employee medical insurance after 4 years
- Company sick pay scheme
- Company maternity, paternity and adoption leave pay after 2 years
- Long service rewards
- Access to MyBenefits, where you can find a wide range of benefits, including our bike to work scheme, shopping and cinema discounts, health cash plan, a FREE will, travel and discounted gym memberships, as well as a host of benefits to support your financial and wellbeing needs.
- Access to a free,24/7, confidential virtual GP service for all Aldi Colleagues and their children (under the age of 16)
Aldi is an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce and are dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusion, providing an environment in which collaboration, respect and fairness are essential. We value diversity and are dedicated to treating all of our colleagues and prospective colleagues fairly and with respect.
If you’re looking for a career that gives you the chance to make a real difference, apply today!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Grocery Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for National Real Estate Assistant roles across Aldi's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Grocery Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £34,690 - £34,690 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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