Director of Global Estates

JR United Kingdom; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Interim Director of Global Network to lead regional network services during a period of transformation. This pivotal role involves managing a substantial delivery portfolio, ensuring optimal service delivery, and driving a culture of performance and engagement. You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to foster seamless operations and contribute to strategic objectives. The position offers a unique opportunity to lead a global team, with the flexibility of a hybrid working model and competitive remuneration. If you are a strategic thinker with a track record of managing complex projects, this role could be your next challenge.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Hybrid working model

Occasional UK and overseas travel

Reimbursement of business-related expenses

Opportunity to lead a global team

Qualifications

• Extensive operational and senior management experience in global service environments.
• Proven leadership of high-performing teams, including remote settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead global network services and manage technical leads and service management.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency in global delivery.
• Ensure high standards of service delivery and consistency worldwide.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Strategic Development

Commercial Acumen

Communication Skills

Operational Management

Team Management

Financial Forecasting

Education

Degree Level Education

Professional Qualification

Job description

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Job Title: Interim Director of Global Network

Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes, MK19 7BH (Hybrid working model with 60-80% on-site)

Contract Duration: Initial 180 days with the option to extend

Working Hours: Flexible core hours, typically starting between 8:00am and 9:30am and finishing between 4:30pm and 6:00pm. Standard professional working day of at least 7.5 hours.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate
• Hybrid working model
• Occasional UK and overseas travel
• Reimbursement of necessary business-related expenses
• Opportunity to lead a global team and manage a delivery portfolio of circa £50m

Role Overview: Reporting directly to the Chief of Operations, the Interim Director of Global Network will lead regional network services to maintain optimal delivery during a period of re-organisation and change. This role involves driving leadership, engagement, and performance culture to deliver the FCDO Services strategy, representing overseas interests, and contributing to wider organisational objectives and priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all global network services, ensuring effective management of technical leads, service management, management information, and helpdesks.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and efficiency in global delivery.
• Assess and forecast financial performance, managing activities to meet financial and revenue targets.
• Deliver the annual Delivery Plan, including workforce strategy for the global network.
• Ensure high standards of service delivery and consistency worldwide.
• Manage technical security and property management services, including estates remedial programmes and small works projects.

Small Works Projects include:

• Estates remedial programmes to ensure properties meet safety and operational standards.
• Property management services overseeing upkeep and security.
• Technical security services to implement and maintain security measures.
• Minor construction, refurbishment, and repair tasks to improve facilities.

Types of Properties Involved:

• Embassies: secure diplomatic missions and staff housing.
• Government offices: UK and overseas.
• Secure facilities: hosting secure servers and communication installations.
• Residential properties: housing for diplomatic staff and government employees.
• Technical security installations: security systems and equipment.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Professional qualification and/or membership of a Chartered Institute or recognized professional body.
• Degree level education or equivalent.
• Extensive operational and senior management experience in a complex, global service environment.
• Proven leadership of high-performing teams, including in remote settings.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Strategic development and implementation experience.
• Commercial acumen and customer focus.
• Experience in large-scale projects and programmes.
• Current DV clearance is desirable.

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