Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Head of Estates Management to lead the day-to-day management of our diverse property portfolio and drive excellence across our estates function.
  
This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the commercial, operational and strategic property assets are effectively managed, financially sustainable, fit for purpose and aligned with corporate priorities. You will lead a high-performing Estates Management Team, champion continuous improvement, and help shape the future direction of the Asset Management Strategy and corporate landlord model.
  
About the Role
  
As Head of Estates Management, you will oversee all operational estates management matters across the property portfolio. This includes tenancy and lease management, new lettings, rent collection, debt management, assignments and sublettings, licences for alterations, and coordinating repairs and maintenance with Facilities Management and Building Surveying colleagues.
  
Working collaboratively across Property Services and wider departments, you will ensure service plans, compliance standards and financial targets are achieved while delivering an excellent service to residents, tenants and stakeholders.
  
Key Responsibilities
  

• Lead on all day-to-day estates management activities across the Council’s property portfolio
• Manage commercial properties, operational assets, strategic land holdings and development sites
• Oversee tenancy management, lease events, rent reviews, debt recovery and service performance
• Process and manage assignments, sublettings and licences for alterations
• Work closely with FM teams and surveyors to coordinate repair and maintenance works
• Ensure assets are managed in line with legislation, compliance requirements and industry best practice
• Lead, supervise and develop the Estates Management Team to deliver high-quality outcomes
• Chair and contribute to internal and external meetings, providing professional estates advice
• Support the development and implementation of the Council’s Asset Management Strategy and corporate landlord model
• Drive continuous improvement and a strong customer-focused culture across the service

  
About You
You will be an experienced estates or property professional with strong leadership capability and a track record of managing complex property portfolios within a public sector or commercial environment with a current MRICS or Property Management Qualification.
  
Please apply today for immediate consideration.
  
Day Rate £620 per day via umbrella company