West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) is recruiting a Senior Property & Development Manager to lead the management and optimisation of a diverse land and property portfolio, driving asset performance, compliance, and strategic outcomes.
Responsibilities
* Lead acquisitions, disposals, lettings and landlord‑tenant matters.
* Negotiate leases, licences, sales and other complex property transactions.
* Manage and optimise the portfolio to deliver strong financial and strategic outcomes.
* Build and maintain effective relationships with tenants, partners and stakeholders.
* Commission and manage external advisors including agents, surveyors, valuers and consultants.
* Provide strategic property advice, including planning appraisals and development opportunities.
* Prepare and present reports to senior leadership, committees and boards.
* Ensure compliance with legal, statutory and health & safety requirements.
* Support sustainability and carbon reduction objectives across the portfolio.
* Lead, coach and develop the Property Management team.
* Manage budgets, income, service charges and overall financial performance.
* Ensure accurate asset data, valuations and reporting to support business planning and audit.
Required Experience & Skills
* Significant post‑qualification experience in estates or commercial property management.
* Experience managing a diverse portfolio in the public or private sector.
* Proven track record delivering complex property transactions, including lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, acquisitions and disposals.
* Experience negotiating with developers, landowners and public sector partners.
* Strong stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
* Knowledge or experience of Compulsory Purchase Orders or Transport & Works Act Orders.
* Degree in estates management or a related property discipline.
* Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) or equivalent.
Location
Summer Lane. At least 2 days a week spent in the office.
Right to Work in the UK
Proof of Right to Work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed. Non‑UK applicants (excluding Ireland) would be required to hold a relevant Visa from the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).
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