Head of Asset Management
Location: Essex, with Hybrid Working
A significant Property Company is seeking an experienced property leader to head its Asset Management and Commercial Property function.
This is a high-profile role responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation's strategic asset management, investment and commercial property agenda. The successful candidate will oversee a substantial and diverse property portfolio, driving income growth, capital receipts, portfolio optimisation and long-term value creation.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the development and delivery of the strategic asset management plan.
* Drive commercial and investment strategy across a diverse property portfolio.
* Maximise portfolio performance through acquisitions, disposals, repositioning and active asset management.
* Provide strategic property advice to senior leadership and elected members.
* Lead major property initiatives, commercial partnerships and transformation programmes.
* Oversee third-party property, legal and commercial service providers.
* Manage and develop a high-performing property team.
Candidate Profile
We are seeking a commercially focused property professional with:
* A recognised professional qualification (MRICS, FRICS or equivalent).
* Leadership experience within commercial real estate, local government or a comparable asset-owning organisation.
* Proven expertise in strategic asset management, investment property and income generation.
* Strong stakeholder management skills and experience operating within complex governance environments.
* A track record of delivering commercial outcomes, portfolio optimisation and capital receipts programmes.
This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a major property portfolio while playing a key role in shaping future investment and asset management decisions.