Head of Property Management / Estates Manager

Head of Property Management / Estate Manager

We are seeking a Head of Property Management / Estate Manager with proven management experience in a property-related discipline, a strong project management background, and excellent leadership skills for a proactive Property Management Team at a well-established organization based in Wokingham, Berkshire.

SALARY: £71,174 - £78,370 per annum + Generous Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid split between working from home and the office in Wokingham

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 37 hours per week

JOB OVERVIEW

This role involves ensuring the organization’s corporate sites are maintained and operated to meet legal and statutory requirements, particularly the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. You will manage and coordinate various contracts related to property maintenance and improvements and lead the management of the organization’s offices, including the headquarters.

DUTIES

• Ensure corporate sites meet legal and statutory requirements, especially health and safety regulations.
• Act as the key advisor for statutory and compliance management of the property portfolio.
• Manage a team overseeing planned investment, maintenance programs, and reactive/service contracts.
• Oversee management of utilities (electricity, gas, water, oil) in line with relevant regulations.
• Contribute to long-term investment planning and property portfolio rationalization.
• Represent the service in wider corporate discussions as a senior management team member.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Degree-level or equivalent professional qualifications or expertise.
• Significant management experience in a property-related discipline within a large or public organization, including senior-level experience.
• Ability to operate effectively in complex, political environments.
• Strong project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

BENEFITS

• 31 days annual leave, rising to 36 days after 5 years.
• Excellent local government pension scheme.
• Use of onsite gym.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for cars and cycles.
• Local and lifestyle discounts.
• Employee assistance program with 24/7 wellbeing helpline.

HOW TO APPLY

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Job Reference: AWDO-P13362

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