Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Head of Property to lead the property and asset management of NHS and commercial estates owned and leased by the Trust. Berkshire Healthcare provides vital community and mental health services across the county, and in this role you will play a key part in ensuring our estate supports high‑quality patient care.
Responsibilities
* Oversee landlord and tenant negotiations, including rent reviews and lease renewals, manage property acquisitions and disposals, support budget processes and administer service charges.
* Grant licences and leases to third‑party occupiers, maintain annual portfolio valuations and coordinate rating appeals with external advisors.
* Support delivery of the Trust’s estate strategy, provide strategic and operational property advice, and identify opportunities to optimise estate utilisation across owned and leased properties.
* Deliver day‑to‑day property management services, including income generation (~£3.7m), rent reviews, lease and licence renewals, dilapidations and buildings insurance.
* Appoint and manage external agents, consultants, and legal advisors, ensuring effective performance and control of professional fees.
* Lead the annual 31 March portfolio valuation process in line with RICS Red Book standards, advising Finance on lease arrangements under IFRS16 and capitalisation of works.
* Prepare and monitor property budgets, ensuring assumptions are robust and income‑expenditure targets are met.
* Lead specialist property matters, develop business cases aligned with Trust and NHS guidelines, and recommend policy improvements.
* Build strong relationships with key stakeholders including NHS Property Services, ICBs, NHS England, CSUs, local authorities and the District Valuer.
* Provide commercial insight to drive value for money and strategic asset‑management initiatives.
Qualifications
* Degree level in surveying or equivalent.
* Post‑graduate level knowledge or experience in property asset management.
* Professional qualification as Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
* Significant post‑qualification experience as a Chartered Surveyor in a complex environment (NHS experience desirable).
* Strong communication and negotiation skills and ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Self‑motivated, enthusiastic and flexible.
Benefits
* Flexible working options.
* 27 days’ annual leave, rising with service, with opportunity to buy and sell.
* Generous NHS pension scheme.
* Excellent learning and career development opportunities.
* Cycle to Work and car leasing scheme, including electric vehicles.
* Access to wellbeing tools and services.
* Discounts at retailers and restaurants.
* Staff networks to support equality and diversity.
* Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
* Free parking across Trust sites.
Additional Information
All appointments are subject to NHS Employment Checks, and false information may result in withdrawal of offers. The postholder will have access to vulnerable people and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
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