Job Introduction
Salary: £55,310.87 plus £4,613.61 London allowance per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Force Headquarters, 200 Buckingham Palace Road, London
Type of Working Arrangement: Blended approach of home and office-working is available
Hours: This is full-time role (37 hours per week)
British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the 'Guardians of the Railway,' putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do. Our values are simply: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.
The Opportunity
British Transport Police have an opportunity for an Estates Assurance Manager to join the Estates and Facilities department.
As an Estates Assurance Manager with BTP, you will lead the assurance and compliance function within the Estates team, ensuring that all estate-related activities—including financial management, contracts, and service delivery—meet statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations. Acting as a key interface between the Intelligent Client (TFM) function and operational delivery, you will provide oversight, assurance, and performance management across the estate portfolio.
This role involves managing a small team and working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to uphold high standards of service, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement. You will also deliver a comprehensive view of property-related financial commitments—including rent, rates, utilities, and facilities management—for commercial landlords, Network Rail, TfL, and PSA contracts. Your work will enable informed, data-driven decision-making across the estate.
What You'll Be Doing
Provide assurance on supplier performance through KPI analysis, financial compliance checks, and service delivery monitoring.
Oversee Estates financial operations, managing a small team to ensure robust governance, accurate forecasting, and timely invoice processing.
Deliver operational oversight of key contracts, including Total Facilities Management (TFM) and forcewide services, ensuring compliance and value for money.
Coordinate governance and reporting activities, preparing documentation for senior management and regulatory bodies, and maintaining accurate property data.
Conduct assurance visits and produce actionable reports, influencing Estates operations and projects through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications
What you'll bring to the team:
A degree or equivalent experience in estates, facilities management, compliance, or a related field.
Experience
Proven background in estates or facilities assurance, compliance, or contract management.
Experience managing staff and leading assurance or audit functions.
Working knowledge of statutory compliance in estates and supplier performance frameworks.
Skills
Excellent analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
High-level verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estates-related systems (e.g., CAFM, e-procurement).
Knowledge
Understanding of public sector procurement and estates management.
Familiarity with health and safety legislation and compliance frameworks.
Knowledge of performance management and assurance methodologies.
Additional Information
This role is suitable for the post holder to be based throughout England, Scotland or Wales. BTP is a national Force and the role will require travel as needed
Further information about this vacancy can be found in the attached job description.
What We Offer
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months.
Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
Excellent Pension scheme: We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London. This group personal pension plan is available to all police staff and is a defined contribution scheme. It provides the flexibility to vary your pension contributions from 4.4% to 12% of your salary. For more information, visit the Royal London dedicated pension page or email us at Pension- Note: If you are an existing member of Police Staff in the RPS, your pension will not be affected.
Vetting: Successful applicants will be required to pass Management Vetting (5 years minimum UK residency required), including a full background and financial disclosure. For more information and Top Tips, please see attached document.
Medical: We'll ask for relevant health and medical history details to support employee wellbeing.
References: We'll ask for references to cover the past 5 years.
How to apply: Applications will be via an up to date CV and an online application form, as part of this application you will be asked to outline how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role.
Completed applications must be submitted by 11.59pm, 8 March 2026
Inclusion & Diversity
At BTP, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. We believe diversity drives innovation and better decision-making. Our roles are open to everyone, and we encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including Black, Asian, and minority ethnic candidates, women, LGBTQI+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those who are neurodiverse. As part of our commitment we operate a 'Disability Confident Scheme' - all candidates who declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role will be offered an interview.
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