Head of Operations - Soft FM

Head of Operations - Soft FM

Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Mitie Group plc.

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead operations for Soft FM services in a dynamic healthcare environment.
  • Company: Join a leading firm focused on exceptional service and client satisfaction.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to shape strategy.
  • Other info: Opportunity to drive innovation and improve service delivery.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while leading a passionate team.
  • Qualifications: Senior leadership experience in Facilities Management and strong stakeholder skills.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

  • Head of Operations - Soft FM
  • London | Full Time

Are you an experienced operational leader with a proven track record of managing large, complex FM contracts?

We're looking for a Head of Operations - Soft FM to lead the delivery of a major healthcare portfolio, ensuring exceptional service standards, commercial performance and customer satisfaction across a multi-service environment.

This is an opportunity to join a high-profile contract where you'll play a critical role in shaping strategy, leading large operational teams and building strong client relationships, whilst delivering safe, efficient and compliant services.

  • What You'll Be Doing
  • Leading the operational delivery of multiple Soft FM services across a complex healthcare environment.
  • Developing and delivering strategic plans that drive service excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Taking full ownership of operational and financial performance, including P&L accountability.
  • Building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders and acting as a key escalation point.
  • Driving contractual compliance and ensuring KPI and SLA performance targets are consistently achieved.
  • Leading, coaching and developing a large management team to create a high-performing and engaged workforce.
  • Identifying efficiencies, improving productivity and delivering value without compromising quality.
  • Supporting workforce planning, succession planning and talent development initiatives.
  • Leading employee relations activity including organisational change, consultation and TUPE where required.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to speak with candidates who can demonstrate

  • Senior leadership experience within Facilities Management, Healthcare FM or a similarly complex operational environment.
  • Strong Soft FM expertise, including the delivery of multiple service lines.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale contracts and multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at executive level.
  • Strong commercial awareness and financial management capability, including budget and P&L responsibility.
  • Experience driving service transformation, operational efficiencies and continuous improvement.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
  • The ability to balance strategic thinking with a hands‑on leadership style.
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Head of Operations - Soft FM employer: Mitie Group plc.

Mitie Group plc. is an excellent employer that values its team members by providing a supportive work environment in Tutnalls, where collaboration and reliability are key. With flexible part-time hours, employees can enjoy a healthy work-life balance while benefiting from opportunities for personal growth and development within the company. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that prioritises safety, cleanliness, and exceptional service.

Mitie Group plc.

Contact Details:

Mitie Group plc. Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Operations - Soft FM

Operational Leadership
Facilities Management
Healthcare FM
Service Excellence
Financial Management
P&L Accountability
Stakeholder Management