Interim Head of Estates
Location: East Anglia
Day Rate: £700-£800 per day, Inside IR35 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Initial 6 months, with potential for extension
Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office, with the remainder working from home
The Opportunity
Park Avenue Recruitment is working with a local authority in East Anglia seeking an experienced Interim Head of Estates to provide strategic leadership across its property function.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior property professional to lead a multidisciplinary team, drive effective asset management and ensure the Council's property portfolio delivers value and supports its wider objectives.
The Role
You will oversee a property function of approximately 25-30 staff, with three direct reports leading Commercial Property, Facilities Management and Projects.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading property acquisitions and disposals, providing professional advice and valuations, and maintaining the surplus land register.
- Overseeing lease and rental reviews, including negotiating revised terms where required.
- Developing, coordinating and implementing the Council's Asset Management Plan to maximise the effective use of its property portfolio.
- Preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders, Council Cabinet members and external partners.
- Providing strategic leadership across the property function, ensuring effective service delivery and strong team performance.
About You
- MRICS qualified (essential).
- RICS Registered Valuer (desirable).
- Proven experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong public sector experience, ideally within a local authority environment.
- A strong background in commercial property, estates management, facilities management and/or property projects.
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and advising on strategic property matters.
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