Full job descriptionAn established, privately owned property investment company is seeking an experienced Head of Property to lead the performance and strategic direction of a diverse UK real estate portfolio.

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will oversee a multi-sector portfolio comprising commercial, residential, hotel and mixed-use assets. This is a broad leadership position with responsibility for asset strategy, operational performance, leasing, capital expenditure, compliance and the continued enhancement of portfolio value.

You will develop and deliver long-term asset strategies across the portfolio, identifying opportunities to increase income, improve operational performance and maximise investment returns.

Key responsibilities will include:
*Leading annual business planning, budgeting and valuation processes across all asset classes
*Identifying redevelopment, repositioning and value-add opportunities
*Supporting acquisition underwriting, due diligence and the integration of new assets
*Overseeing internal property teams and external property and facilities management providers
*Managing rental income, operating expenditure, capital expenditure and portfolio performance
*Establishing consistent KPIs, reporting and performance dashboards
*Developing leasing, occupancy, renewal and pricing strategies
*Leading negotiations with commercial tenants, retail brands, institutional occupiers and other key stakeholders
*Overseeing commercial refurbishments, residential upgrades, hotel improvement programmes and mixed-use developments
*Managing planning, insurance, licensing and regulatory matters across the portfolio
*Ensuring compliance with fire safety, health and safety, housing regulations and property licensing requirements
*Driving the portfolio’s ESG strategy
*Presenting portfolio performance, risks and strategic recommendations to the board, investors and lenders
*Leading and developing teams across property management, facilities management, leasing and asset management
The successful candidate will be a commercially minded property leader with significant experience managing complex, multi-asset real estate portfolios.

You will ideally have:
*MRICS qualification
*At least 15 years’ experience within property or asset management
*Broad experience across commercial, residential and mixed-use assets
*A strong track record of improving asset performance and identifying value-enhancement opportunities
*Experience managing substantial capital expenditure and refurbishment programmes
*Strong knowledge of property compliance, risk management, planning and licensing
*Previous experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams
*Excellent commercial, analytical and negotiation skills
*The confidence to communicate with board members, investors, lenders and external advisers
*Experience working within a privately owned business or family office would be advantageous