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We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic property professional to become our Associate Director of Estates. This new senior leadership position will provide strategic direction for a large, complex estate, ensuring the university can deliver its long‑term growth and transformation plans aligned with the University Strategy 2035.
The Role
* Provide senior leadership, assisting the Director of Estates and Facilities.
* Be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and optimisation of the university’s built estate.
* Lead the Estates Masterplan and deliver major capital projects.
* Ensure statutory and building‑safety compliance.
* Oversee critical functions, including asset management and space utilisation.
* Maximise financial and strategic value from the university’s land and property portfolio.
* Strengthen organisational capacity to manage estate risks and maintain safe, compliant, and sustainable facilities.
You Will Bring
* Proven senior leadership experience in strategic estate management and planning.
* Extensive experience leading and delivering complex, multi‑million‑pound capital programmes.
* Deep expertise in asset management, space utilisation, and building‑safety/statutory compliance.
* The ability to secure financial and strategic value from physical assets.
Apply Now to play a defining role in developing and optimising our physical assets to support our university’s ambitious future.
Staff Benefits
* Competitive salaries
* Standard Life Pension scheme – up to 12% employer contribution to the university’s defined‑contribution scheme.
* Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with the Vice‑Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
* Free Will Writing Service – complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
* IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.
* Wellbeing and Mental Health Support – 24/7 access to an EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and occupational health service.
* Gym memberships discounts at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
* Eyecare Support – free e‑voucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
* Flu Vouchers – free flu vaccinations for staff.
* Paycare Health Benefit Plan – covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
* Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – access to multi‑faith chaplaincy services.
* Generous annual leave (see table below).
* Flexible & agile working – flexible and hybrid arrangements.
* Free on‑site parking – available across campuses.
* Cycle Benefits Scheme – save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
* Employee Discounts – savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
* Travel Discounts – up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.
* Staff Network and Inclusion – access to support networks and events with LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women’s networks.
* Library Access – staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
* Staff Scholarship Scheme – funding for part‑time higher education, up to PhD level.
* Leadership and Management Development – access to training opportunities to support advancement in your career.
As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges).
PLEASE NOTE: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.
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