Property & Estates Director

Elysium Healthcare; Budock Water; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave including bankhol

Ely-Vate rewards platform

Blue Light Card

Life Assurance

Pension contribution

Career development

Job summary

Elysium Healthcare Limited is seeking a Property & Estates Director to lead the strategic management, development and performance of our nationwide estate. You will shape the property strategy across 90+ sites, working with the COO and Executive Team to support clinical excellence, operational effectiveness and sustainable growth.

You will oversee long-term asset management, capital investment, and major programmes, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with priorities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of property management and real estate principles.
• Experience leading estates and facilities in a multi-site organisation.
• Knowledge of health and safety, environmental, and healthcare regulations.”

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic management of the nationwide estate across 90+ sites.
• Drive capital investment, asset management and refurbishments.
• Develop governance and assurance processes for estates compliance.
• Provide expert advice to the senior leadership on property matters.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Portfolio Management

Budget Management

Compliance

Project Management

Team Leadership

Vendor Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Risk Management

Education

Real Estate Degree

Property Management Degree

Business Administration

Job description

Are you an experienced property and estates leader looking to make a significant impact across a large and diverse healthcare portfolio? Join Elysium Healthcare as the Property & Estates Director to lead the strategic management, development, and performance of our nationwide estate, ensuring our environments remain safe, compliant, and fit for the delivery of outstanding care.

As the senior leader for Property, Estates and Facilities, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's property strategy across more than 90 sites. Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Executive Team, and operational leaders, you will ensure the estate supports clinical excellence, operational effectiveness, business continuity, and sustainable growth.

You will provide strategic oversight of a complex property portfolio, driving long-term asset management, maintenance planning, capital investment, and estate optimisation. Leading major capital, refurbishment, acquisition, and development programmes, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with organisational priorities, while providing excellent value for money.

A key focus of the role will be maintaining the highest standards of estates compliance across the organisation. You will lead the development of robust governance and assurance processes, ensuring compliance with health and safety, fire, environmental, statutory, and healthcare regulations while effectively managing risk across the estate.

You will have overall responsibility for property, facilities, and capital budgets, ensuring strong financial control, effective investment planning, and the delivery of measurable benefits. Working strategically with suppliers, consultants, contractors, and partners, you will establish high-performing relationships that drive quality, efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement.

As a member of the senior leadership community, you will provide expert advice and challenge on property and estates matters, using insight, data, and commercial expertise to influence decision-making and support organisational objectives. You will also lead and develop a high-performing property and estates function, fostering a culture of accountability, customer focus, innovation, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Portfolio Management
• Budget Management
• Compliance
• Project Management
• Team Leadership
• Vendor Management
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Risk Management

To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Need

• Strong knowledge of property management and real estate principles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of property-related legal regulations and standards.
• Ability to manage large budgets and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Relevant degree in Real Estate, Property Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Property & Estates Director or similar senior managerial role within a complex multi-site organisation.
• Experience in the healthcare sector (D).

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Competitive annual salary
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future

About Us

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure