Associate Director of Estates

Seymour John Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS organisation is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Estates to lead strategic and operational delivery of estates services. As part of the Senior Leadership Team, you'll shape the future of the estate portfolio, ensuring compliance and excellence. Ideal candidates will have relevant degree or senior experience, proven leadership skills, and a successful track record in budget management. This position offers a competitive spot salary, flexible working, and various benefits.

Benefits

Flexible cross-site working

Pension contributions (10% combined employer/employee)

Annual leave: 24-28 days + 8 public holidays

6 month probation period

3 months notice period

Qualifications

• Degree‑educated in estates, property, or facilities management (or equivalent senior‑level experience).
• Demonstrated success in leading estates services within healthcare or complex environments.
• Proven track record of budget management and strategic planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional membership (e.g., CIOB, RICS, IWFM, IHEEM) desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all estates functions.
• Lead the development and delivery of estates services aligned to organisational strategy.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in service excellence.
• Manage budgets, performance, and governance across estates operations.
• Promote organisational values and ensure effective stakeholder engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Strategic planning

Education

Degree in estates, property, or facilities management

Job description

Position: Associate Director of Estates

Organisation: Major NHS Provider (Midlands)

Location: Cross‑site working (Midlands)

Salary: Spot salary (Band 8c equivalent) — appointment at scale minimum, with progression subject to appraisal and performance

Closing date: 12.00 noon on 15th January 2026

About Us

We are a values‑driven NHS organisation delivering exceptional services across the East Midlands. With a strong focus on transformation, sustainability, and patient‑centred outcomes, we are committed to building high‑performing teams that embody inclusivity, integrity, and innovation.

Join Our Team

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Associate Director of Estates to lead the strategic and operational delivery of estates services. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will shape the future of our estate portfolio, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and excellence in service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across all estates functions, ensuring compliance with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Lead the development and delivery of estates services aligned to organisational strategy and business plans.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, embedding innovation and service excellence.
• Manage budgets, performance, and governance across estates operations.
• Act as a visible leader, promoting organisational values and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement.

Ideal Candidate

• Degree‑educated in estates, property, or facilities management (or equivalent senior‑level experience).
• Demonstrated success in leading estates services within healthcare or complex environments.
• Proven track record of budget management and strategic planning.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional membership (e.g., CIOB, RICS, IWFM, IHEEM) desirable.

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date for applications: 15th January 2026 - 12 noon

• 1st Stage Interviews: 22nd January 2026
• 2nd Stage Interviews including presentation: 29th January 2026

Contact Us

For more information and a detailed job description, please contact John Lavictoire, Director at Seymour John Public Services.

All third‑party applications will be redirected to our retained executive search partners at Seymour John Public Services.

Benefits

• 37.5 hours per week, flexible cross‑site working
• Pension contributions (10% combined employer/employee)
• Annual leave: 24-28 days + 8 public holidays (depending on service)
• Probation period: 6 months
• Notice period: 3 months