Head of Property

  • Vivid Resourcing
  • Jan 13, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Interim Head of Property

We are seeking an experienced Interim Head of Property to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the Council's property and estates function during a period of change.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic leadership for the Council's property, estates and asset management services
  • Lead on property strategy, asset optimisation and capital programme delivery
  • Manage and motivate a multidisciplinary property team and external consultants
  • Oversee landlord and tenant matters, acquisitions, disposals and valuations
  • Ensure statutory compliance, risk management and governance across the property portfolio
  • Act as a senior advisor to elected members and corporate leadership

Key Requirements:

  • Significant senior-level experience in property or estates management within a local authority or public sector environment
  • Strong knowledge of asset management, capital programmes and property law
  • Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to operate strategically while maintaining operational grip
  • RICS qualification
  • Ability to start at short notice and deliver impact quickly