At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the management and development of diverse park estates across London.
- Company: Join The Royal Parks, a charity managing iconic green spaces in the heart of London.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, generous leave, hybrid working, and health benefits.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on London's parks while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in estates management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: Hyde Park – The Old Police House, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park, Bushy Park and other Royal Parks in London.
Salary: £70,000 – £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.
About Us: The Royal Parks (TRP) is a charity created in March 2017. We manage over 5,000 acres of diverse parkland, rare habitats and historic buildings and monuments in eight Royal Parks across London, including Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, The Green Park, St James’s Park, The Regent’s Park and Primrose Hill, Greenwich Park, Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We also manage other important public spaces including Brompton Cemetery and Victoria Tower Gardens. Our parks and other iconic green spaces are among the most visited attractions in the UK with tens of millions of visits every year.
The Benefits:
- Salary of £70,000 – £80,000 per annum, depending on experience
- 26 days annual leave plus public holidays, increasing to 29 days after 3 years of service
- Pension scheme (3% employee contribution; up to 10% employer contribution)
- Hybrid/agile working options
- Private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan
- Employee assistance programme and access to mental health first aiders
- Learning and development opportunities
- Cycle to work scheme
- Offices in a beautiful location
The Role: As the Head of Estates, you will lead the management, development and optimisation of a diverse property portfolio. This high‑profile leadership role ensures our estate is safe, compliant, sustainable and fit for the future.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver the organisation's estates strategy
- Lead estate management, maintenance, facilities and infrastructure programmes
- Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory and health and safety requirements
- Oversee capital projects from planning through to completion
- Manage estates budgets, financial planning and procurement activities
- Lead and develop estates teams, fostering a high‑performance culture
- Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Drive sustainability initiatives and support environmental objectives
- Manage contractors and suppliers to ensure value for money and high‑quality service delivery
- Identify and mitigate operational and strategic estate risks
Qualifications:
- Significant senior‑level estates, facilities or property management experience
- A proven track record of leading complex estates operations and capital projects
- Strong financial, contract and budget management skills
- Extensive knowledge of health and safety, compliance and statutory requirements
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
- Experience of managing large teams and external contractors
- A relevant professional qualification and membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g. RICS, IWFM, CIOB or equivalent) is desirable
E‑EO Statement: The Royal Parks is strongly committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.
Application Assistance: If you require reasonable adjustments to complete our application process, please get in touch. We will work with you to provide the necessary support.
Head of Estates employer: The Royal Parks Limited.
The Royal Parks is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work environment amidst London's iconic parks. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, we provide generous benefits including 26 days of annual leave, a robust pension scheme, and opportunities for personal development. Join us in delivering outstanding customer service while contributing to the preservation of our beautiful public spaces.
