Head of Commercial Property

Interim Head of Commercial Property
£700 per day
Inside IR35
3–6 Months
Northwest of England
Hybrid – 2/3 days on-site
 
Interviews: Ongoing

We are seeking a highly experienced leader to provide strategic oversight and commercial direction for a diverse public sector estate. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as the lead advisor on all commercial and investment property matters, ensuring the portfolio is optimised to support the City’s wider strategic ambitions and “levelling up” goals.

This role requires a seasoned professional capable of driving cultural change, managing a multi-disciplinary team of surveyors, and implementing a robust Corporate Landlord model.

About the Interim Head of Commercial Property role:

• Strategic Asset Management: Lead the development of the Asset Management Strategy and Strategic Asset Review. You will align property decisions with long-term corporate objectives, ensuring financial sustainability through capital receipts and maximised rental income.
• Commercial Leadership: Oversee all commercial matters, including high-profile acquisitions, disposals, lease restructures, and rent reviews. You will be responsible for significant income targets and the delivery of annual portfolio valuations.
• Corporate Landlord Implementation: Drive the “Corporate Landlord” function, centralising property services to improve compliance, efficiency, and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Regeneration & Development: Partner with directorate colleagues to initiate large-scale regeneration projects, providing strategic site assembly advice and overseeing capital investment into the non-operational estate.

 
Your previous experience as an Interim Head of Commercial Property:

• Senior Leadership: Proven track record as a Head of Property or Director of Estates, ideally within a local authority or complex public sector environment.
• Professional Qualification: MRICS/FRICS status is essential, supported by a degree in a property-related field.
• Commercial Expertise: Extensive experience in revenue management, yield optimisation, and navigating complex landlord and tenant negotiations.
• Transformation & Change: Demonstrated ability to lead staff through organisational change, including the implementation of new systems (e.g., Concerto/Oracle) and “Best Value” procedures.
• Political Acumen: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex political landscapes.

 
If you are interested in this Interim Head of Commercial Property role, please send your full CV to Nikki.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement, so please do get in touch.)

Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruitment decisions are based solely on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the application process will be supported.

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