Director of Property services

Enfield Council and Housing Gateway Ltd; Enfield; On-site; GBP 112,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Enfield Council is seeking a Director of Property Services to lead property management and drive revenue growth. This role involves overseeing significant budgets and assets, with a focus on strategic development and facilities management. The ideal candidate will have experience in local government or similar industries, aiming to make a substantial impact in a leadership position.

Benefits

Excellent pension through the LGPS

Up to 32 days annual leave, plus public holidays

Flexible remote and office working options

Interest-free season ticket loans

Opportunities for career development and training

Employee Assistance Programme for support

Health and leisure discounts, tax-free bikes

Paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers

Qualifications

• Experience in strategic asset management and commercial properties.
• Ability to lead cultural change and enhance delivery speed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a substantial budget including revenue and capital budgets.
• Manage strategic property services and construction management.
• Drive revenue growth and deliver capital receipts.

Skills

Strategic asset management

Leadership

Budget management

Revenue growth

Facilities management

Job description

Reference Number: EAC-002049

Salary: Director £112,491 - £136,911

Advert closing date: 04/06/2025

Department: Environment and Communities

Location: Civic Centre Site

Contract type: Permanent

Division: Property Management

Hours Per Week: 36

Contract End Date: Not applicable

Interview Date: 13/06/2025 and 08/07/2025

Job Description

Director of Property Services

£112,491 - £136,911 pa (pay award pending)

Be Bold, Make a Difference, Show You Care

Looking for a challenging and rewarding leadership opportunity in property management?

Enfield Council is seeking a Director of Property Services to oversee a wide range of responsibilities and drive significant revenue growth.

As the Director, you will manage a substantial budget, including a revenue budget of £11m, expenditure of £19m per annum, and a capital budget of £2.9m per year for corporate and development projects. You will oversee assets valued up to £1.6 billion, including a commercial portfolio of approximately £48 million.

Your responsibilities will include strategic property services, property utilisation, construction management, facilities management, and strategic development. This is a highly commercial role requiring a leader capable of increasing revenue and delivering capital receipts.

The ideal candidate will have experience in strategic asset management and commercial properties, with the ability to lead cultural change and enhance delivery speed. Candidates from local government or other industries are encouraged to apply.

This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in a leadership position and help shape the future of council properties.

For more information, refer to the Enfield Council Plan 2023-2026 and the Fairer Enfield Policy 2021-2025, available via the links provided. If you have difficulty accessing these documents, contact Claire Turner at 0208 132 1024 or [e-mail].

First-round interviews are scheduled for Friday, 13th June, with final interviews on Tuesday, 8th July 2025.

We do not see your name or title when shortlisting applications to promote diversity. Please do not include your name on your CV or supporting documents.

Your responses to the essential and desirable criteria, detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification, will determine your shortlist status. Ensure you address these criteria in your application.

Enfield Council values its staff and community, fostering a culture centered on customer service, empowerment, openness, honesty, responsibility, and continuous learning. We support flexible working arrangements.

Benefits of working at Enfield Council:

• Excellent pension through the LGPS
• Up to 32 days annual leave, plus public holidays and Christmas leave
• Flexible remote and office working options
• Interest-free season ticket loans
• Opportunities for career development and training
• Employee Assistance Programme for support and counselling
• Health and leisure discounts, tax-free bikes
• Paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers in Children's Social Care

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Sales
• Industry: Government Administration

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