Strategic Lead, Affordable Workspace

Local Government Chronicle; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in London is seeking an Assistant Director of Affordable Workspace to lead initiatives that ensure affordable workspaces for local businesses and align with the borough's Community Wealth Building strategy. The role requires substantial experience in managing property portfolios and proven leadership in local government. You will engage in lease negotiations and asset optimisation while fostering community outcomes. This role offers a competitive salary and a great work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Up to 36 days leave after 5 years of service

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay

Excellent local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Substantial track record in managing commercial or community property portfolios.
• Proven leadership experience in local government or similar.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Affordable Workspace agenda.
• Align initiatives with the borough's Community Wealth Building strategy.
• Work closely with external consultants and get the best from your team.

Skills

Managing commercial or community property portfolios

Lease negotiations

Asset optimisation

Leading complex programmes

Political astuteness

Education

Degree in Urban Planning, Economic Development, Real Estate or similar

Relevant professional qualification (e.g. RICS, RTPI)

Job description

A local government council in London is seeking an Assistant Director of Affordable Workspace to lead initiatives that ensure affordable workspaces for local businesses and align with the borough's Community Wealth Building strategy. The role requires substantial experience in managing property portfolios and proven leadership in local government. You will engage in lease negotiations and asset optimisation while fostering community outcomes. This role offers a competitive salary and a great work-life balance through hybrid working arrangements.