IFM Partnership Director

Sodexo; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global facilities management leader is seeking an IFM Partnership Director to oversee facilities management strategy at a prominent university. The role entails leading contractual excellence in hard FM, building strong client relationships, and fostering a culture of employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in facilities management and a commitment to inclusive environments. Competitive package includes a salary of £90,000 - £110,000 plus benefits.

Benefits

£8,000 car allowance

£1,300 Flexible benefit fund

20% bonus

Access to mental health support

Sodexo Discounts Scheme

Financial wellbeing support

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in leading large, multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven success in contract management and financial performance.
• Ability to foster safe and inclusive environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the University's IFM contract ensuring excellence in service delivery.
• Build strong partnerships with university stakeholders.
• Drive service innovation and sustainability.

Skills

Strong background in hard FM

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Employee engagement leadership

Education

Technical knowledge of building services

Job description

The University of Greenwich, in partnership with Sodexo, is seeking an exceptional IFM Partnership Director to lead our facilities management strategy across a diverse and high-profile estate. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of higher education and a global facilities management leader, shaping the campus experience for students, staff, and visitors. As Partnership Director, you will oversee the delivery of integrated facilities management services, with a particular focus on hard FM delivery, compliance, and service excellence. You will provide visible and inspirational leadership for the Sodexo team on campus, driving a culture of employee engagement, innovation, growth mindset, and continuous improvement, while ensuring that the university community benefits from a safe, secure, and welcoming environment.,

• Lead the University's IFM contract, ensuring excellence in hard FM (engineering, maintenance, compliance) alongside integrated soft services.
• Act as the primary client relationship lead, building strong, transparent, and trusted partnerships with senior university stakeholders.
• Drive service innovation, sustainability, and operational efficiency in line with the University of Greenwich's estate strategy.
• Inspire, engage, and develop a large and diverse Sodexo workforce, fostering alignment with both University values and Sodexo's principles of service, responsibility, and team spirit.
• Embed a growth mindset culture across teams, encouraging collaboration, learning, and continuous development.
• Champion health & safety, compliance, security, and risk management across all service lines.
• Ensure robust contract governance, KPI delivery, and financial performance.
  We are looking for a forward-thinking leader with:
• A strong background in hard FM, with deep technical knowledge of building services, compliance, and asset management.
• Demonstrable success in leading large, multi-disciplinary teams with a focus on employee engagement, wellbeing, and development.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at senior levels, manage client relationships, and balance commercial priorities.
• Strong financial acumen, contract management expertise, and a track record of delivering value for money.
• A commitment to creating safe, secure, and inclusive environments that enhance the student and staff experience.
• An alignment with Sodexo's values - service spirit, team spirit, and spirit of progress - and the ability to embed them in daily operations.
  Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong to a company and team that values you for who you are; you'll act with purpose and make an impact every day; and you'll be supported to thrive in your own way.
  Package: £90,000 - £110,000 + £8,000 car allowance, £1,300 Flexible benefit fund and 20% bonus, Unlimited access to mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme for legal, financial, and personal support.
• Access to a wellbeing app with rewards, 24/7 virtual GP, and lifestyle services.
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, available for colleagues, friends and family.
• Financial wellbeing support via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Membership of the Sodexo Retirement Plan.
• Death in Service benefit.
• Learning and development opportunities to support your career growth.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• A flexible and dynamic working environment.
• Competitive compensation, full training, and protective uniform supplied.
• Why Join Us?
• A career-defining role delivering impact in a world-class university environment.
• The opportunity to shape a large-scale IFM partnership in collaboration with Sodexo, a global leader in facilities management and services.
• A competitive package: £90,000 - £110,000 salary plus benefits.
• A role at the heart of a vibrant, ambitious, and inclusive community, where your work directly enhances the student and staff experience.