Strategic Estates & Leasing Manager - NHS Band 8a

Transformation Unit; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full NHS terms and conditions

Agenda for Change pay with enhanced

Relocation assistance

Retail discounts

Well-being services

Flexible working where possible

Job summary

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Estates Senior Property and Leasing Manager to lead the operational and tactical management of the Trust’s property portfolio, including LIFT, PFI and leasehold estate. This senior role drives optimisation, financial efficiency and future-ready estates to support high-quality care environments.

You will oversee budgets, Heads of Terms, and strategic property decisions while guiding senior leaders and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Estates/Property/Construction, Surveying, Facilities Management or related discipline.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to estates, contracts or property management.
• Professional membership (or working towards) of a relevant body (e.g. RICS, CIOB, IWFM, APM, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Lead complex lease negotiations, renewals, and landlord discussions, ensuring best value for money
• Manage a varied portfolio including LIFT, PFI and leasehold arrangements
• Oversee rent, service charge and property budgets, maintaining strong financial control
• Lead on Heads of Terms development and strategic property decisions
• Drive estate optimisation and portfolio reviews, supporting long-term planning
• Manage lease events, including break clauses, expiries and rent reviews
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders and stakeholders across the Trust
• Lead and deliver property-related projects and workstreams
• Deputise for the Head of Land & Property when required

Skills

Lease negotiations

Portfolio management

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Project management

NHS estates knowledge

Education

Degree in Estates/Property/Construction/Surveying/Facilities Management/PM

CPD evidence & professional development

Professional membership (RICS, CIOB, IWFM, APM)

Job description

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced Estates Senior Property and Leasing Manager to lead the operational and tactical management of the Trust’s property portfolio, including LIFT, PFI and leasehold estate. This senior role drives optimisation, financial efficiency and future-ready estates to support high-quality care environments.

You will oversee budgets, Heads of Terms, and strategic property decisions while guiding senior leaders and stakeholders