Head of Commercial Property - Carrington West

Carrington West; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is supporting the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea in hiring a Head of Commercial Property. This role involves overseeing a high-value commercial estate, setting strategic direction, and driving improvements to optimize asset use. The ideal candidate will have senior-level experience in commercial property management, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to high-quality service. The position is based in Kensington, offering a substantial daily rate for a 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience in commercial property or real estate management.
• Strong background in landlord & tenant matters, valuations, and asset management.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and working within complex organisations.
• Strong analytical, communication and leadership skills.
• Understanding of local government processes, procurement and financial regulations.

Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the long-term commercial property strategy.
• Providing expert landlord & tenant and property management advice.
• Overseeing portfolio performance using data analysis and market insight.
• Managing rent reviews, lease renewals, valuations and all landlord / tenant matters.
• Ensuring value for money, financial accuracy and robust performance reporting.
• Leading the Commercial Property team and building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Acting as strategic advisor for the Pension Fund Portfolio and Expert Witness when required.

Skills

Strategic direction

Landlord & tenant matters

Valuations

Asset management

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Communication

Education

MRICS / FRICS (Commercial Property Practice)

Job description

Are you ready to lead one of London's most high-profile commercial property portfolios?

Do you thrive in senior strategic roles where your expertise drives real organisational impact?

Carrington West is supporting the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea in recruiting a Head of Commercial Property . This is a key leadership position overseeing a diverse, high-value commercial estate, shaping long-term strategy and ensuring assets deliver maximum value for the borough.

Key Details

• Location : Kensington Town Hall, W8 7NX (3 days on-site)
• Hours : 36 per week
• Contract : 3 months initial
• Start : 5th January
• Rate : £550 p / d inside IR35
• Requirement : MRICS / FRICS (Commercial Property Practice)

The Role

You will act as the council's senior commercial property expert - setting strategic direction, managing the full lifecycle of the portfolio, and driving improvements that increase revenue, optimise asset use and support wider council priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and delivering the long-term commercial property strategy.
• Providing expert landlord & tenant and property management advice.
• Overseeing portfolio performance using data analysis and market insight.
• Managing rent reviews, lease renewals, valuations and all landlord / tenant matters.
• Ensuring value for money, financial accuracy and robust performance reporting.
• Leading the Commercial Property team and building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Acting as strategic advisor for the Pension Fund Portfolio and Expert Witness when required.

About You

• Senior-level experience in commercial property or real estate management.
• Strong background in landlord & tenant matters, valuations, and asset management.
• Experience influencing senior leaders and working within complex organisations.
• Strong analytical, communication and leadership skills.
• Understanding of local government processes, procurement and financial regulations.
• Commitment to Equal Opportunities, customer care and high-quality service.

If you're a strategic property leader looking for a high-impact role in a prestigious London borough, please email [e-mail] or call 02393876013.

Get in touch for more information or to apply.