Head of Facilities

Elevation Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An internationally renowned retailer is seeking a Head of Facilities to lead their team in London. This pivotal role involves overseeing the maintenance and operation of facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency. You will manage an in-house team and collaborate with external suppliers to deliver high-quality solutions. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in facilities management, strong leadership skills, and a strategic mindset for budget management. Join this forward-thinking company and make a significant impact on operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Senior Facilities Management roles.
• Proven leadership skills directing in-house teams and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance and operation of buildings and infrastructure.
• Manage budgets and control costs for facilities services.

Skills

Senior Facilities Management

Project Management

Budget Management

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Elevation Recruitment Group is working with an internationally renowned retailer to recruit a Head of Facilities to join their team based at their Head Office in London.

Salary: Up to £65k

The Head of Facilities, will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance and operation of the company’s buildings and infrastructure, ensuring that all facilities are functioning safely and efficiently.

Leading an in-house team, this role will manage external suppliers and contractors, and work closely with operations teams to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and timely solutions across all facilities.

Duties of the Head of Facilities include:

• Establish, tender, and manage key contractors and suppliers for facilities and property services
• Oversee and drive facility-related projects from inception through to successful completion
• Manage budgets, control costs, and consistently strive to improve service quality and operational efficiency
• Implement business-wide changes to maintain legal, statutory, and regulatory compliance across all facilities
• Lead the ongoing maintenance and optimisation of all building systems to ensure safety, functionality, and operational excellence
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, external suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure high standards of service delivery

We would like to speak with Heads of Facilities/Facilities Managers with the following:

• Extensive experience in a Senior Facilities Management role
• Preferably experience in a multi-site environment (retail, hospitality, leisure)
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to direct both in-house teams and external suppliers
• Proven project management in live operating environments
• Strategic thinking with exceptional budget management skills

Apply now, or to discuss this Head of Facilities role, please contact Ian Bruce.