Job Description
Bristol | Two-Year Fixed-Term Contract
A leading UK commercial law firm with a strong national presence is seeking an experienced Facilities and Property professional to lead its Facilities function and play a key role in shaping the organisation’s property strategy.
This role is based in Bristol and is offered on a two-year fixed-term contract, covering a period of long-term sickness absence. The firm advises a diverse client base across both public and private sectors, including health and social care, housing, local and central government, construction, energy, education, financial services and corporate markets. It is widely recognised for its sector-focused expertise, collaborative culture and long-standing client relationships, combining technical excellence with a practical, partnership-led approach.
The Role
This senior position is responsible for leading a small Facilities Team and providing strategic advice on property matters across the organisation. The postholder will take an active lead on a portfolio of significant property projects that are currently underway and planned over the next three years, ensuring delivery aligns with operational requirements and longer-term strategic objectives.
The role includes responsibility for health and safety, regulatory compliance and facilities-related aspects of ISO and other recognised standards. It involves close collaboration with senior stakeholders across the business, including location leads, health and safety colleagues and key external suppliers.
A core element of the role is helping to shape the future direction of the Facilities function, ensuring properties and facilities services operate smoothly, efficiently and compliantly while supporting the wider ambitions of the firm.
Key Responsibilities
* Providing experienced leadership and strategic direction to the Facilities Team
* Developing and delivering property and facilities strategy
* Overseeing health & safety and regulatory compliance across the estate
* Leading and delivering complex property and facilities projects
* Managing relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
* Ensuring high-quality, efficient and resilient facilities operations
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be an experienced facilities or property leader with strong technical expertise, a strategic mindset and the ability to operate confidently at senior level. A proven track record of managing property portfolios, leading teams and influencing across a complex organisation is essential, ideally within a professional services or similarly regulated environment.
This is a high-profile opportunity to step into a strategic leadership role within a respected and forward-thinking organisation, where facilities and property are viewed as critical enablers of success.