Interim Senior Property Manager
This role presents an opportunity to oversee the strategic and operational management of a prestigious public sector estate in London.
* The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a portfolio of freehold and leasehold properties, including operational buildings, offices, retail, and residential asset classes.
The ideal candidate will possess expertise in landlord and tenant management, leasing, planning, service charge, and legal matters. They will drive income generation, ensure compliance, and adopt best practices.
This role requires effective management of external agents and contractors, as well as liaison with academic staff.
Candidate Requirements
* MRICS qualified with 5-years post-qualification experience
* Able to start at short notice
* Willing to travel to London as required
* Experience in the management of property/estates in a complex environment, preferably client-side within the public sector
* Experience of engagement with tenants, landlords, public bodies, and communities
* Experience of evaluating development opportunities, conducting rent and lease reviews
* Experience of liaising with legal representatives and external property advisors
* Possess up-to-date knowledge of statutory regulations and best practice in relation to the management of estates and property
* Knowledge of the planning application procedure, experience of liaising with local authorities on policy
* Possess understanding of financial information in a property context
* Proven communication and people skills with ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders
Key Accountabilities:
* Oversee strategic and operational management of the organisation's property portfolio
* Supervision of freehold and leasehold properties comprising operational buildings, offices, retail, and residential asset classes
* Deliver expertise in landlord and tenant management, leasing, planning, service charge, and legal matters while driving income generation, ensuring compliance, and adopting best practices
* Management of external agents and contractors, liaison with academic staff