Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
Senior Project Manager
Working Pattern: Full Time
Posted Date: 19 Mar 2024
Salary:£45,585 to £48,350 with progression to £54,395 per annum with potential for market factor supplement
Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits . We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Closing Date: 07 April 2024
Based within the Estates & Facilities Service, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced construction professional to join our Capital Team of Project Managers.
The Capital Team are an in-house service that is responsible for the design, development and management of capital development projects across the University. Our 50-acre Newcastle City Centre Campus is the hub of teaching, research and collaboration and we have a strong pipeline of projects that seek to respond to a number of key strategic priorities, including; a net zero carbon target of 2030 and ensuring our facilities enable high quality education and world class research. This role will play a significant part in providing a campus for the future.
We are looking for someone with demonstrable experience managing building projects in the construction industry, this could be as a contractor, consultant or in a client-side role. You will oversee the supervision of the University’s major capital developments, as well as occasional long-term maintenance and improvement projects within the service. Project values range broadly and therefore your workload will be both varied and interesting.
The Senior Project Managers operate within a team of four, reporting to a Team Leader – James Adshead. There are five other team members across the Capital Team including Project Engineers / Project Surveyors and a Soft Landings Manager. Your role is based at our Newcastle city centre campus, with some occasional travel to offsite locations across the North East.
One of our most recent projects is the redevelopment of the Stephenson Building. Information on the project can be found in this link:
The Stephenson Building - Who we Are - Newcastle University (ncl.ac.uk)
Please reach out to James Adshead, Capital and Planning Manager on james.adshead@ncl.ac.uk to arrange a call to chat about this opportunity.
Please note: The University has funding available for any candidates who do not currently hold a valid CSCS card (Construction Safety Certification Scheme).
*Interviews will be held 23rd April 2024
Key Accountabilities
To lead capital projects through the RIBA Plan of Works schedule, ensuring project objectives are delivered throughout
Work in liaison across other teams within Estates and Facilities such as the Sustainability, Planning, Improvement and Maintenance Teams as well as key stakeholders across the University to develop a client brief and determine the optimum project and costs sufficient to allow the business case to be demonstrated and the project to be approved by the University Executive
Be responsible for the development of comprehensive programmes incorporating all key activities the through the design and construction process through to completion, commissioning and occupation (including soft landings)
Take financial responsibility for the project to ensure that timely payments are made and recorded and that expenditure is monitored regularly and reported to ensure that any threats / risks to completion of the project within budget are addressed as necessary
Be responsible for the overall management and associated reporting of projects. To include project progress, governance, finances, quality, risk management, health and safety and other key aspects of the project across University Committees and meetings including Steering groups, project meetings and other forums as required
Lead the procurement and appointment of architectural and engineering design teams, other specialist consultants, contractors and suppliers to oversee the development of the design and construction to ensure it fulfils the needs and expectations of stakeholders as well as functional, programme and cost requirements
Work in partnership with colleagues to specify, procure and deliver feasibility reports, options appraisals and impact assessments including external funding bids
Set up and manage third party relationships as appropriate with external stakeholders, tenants and landlords, local authorities, statutory authorities, funders, utility services and other agencies etc
Take responsibility for the client role as defined under the CDM Regulations and consult with other sections of the Estates and Facilities and the Principal Designer to ensure the organisation meets its requirements under all Health and Safety legislation
Implement and promote the use of Building Information Modelling throughout the design and build process and ensure that the electronic drawings and manuals are integrated into the existing Estates and Facilities data systems. Liaise with the BIM Manager
Direct and work alongside external consultant teams and University colleagues, including the Estates and Facilities Project Surveyor / Project Engineer, throughout the design and construction process and monitor and report progress during the project, to ensure the project is on programme and within budget
Liaise with client representatives and adjacent occupants to advise on the potential implications and disruption caused by the building programme and to implement and co-ordinate any actions to minimise disturbance
Contribute to the Post Occupancy Evaluation of completed projects between 1 and 2 years after Practical Completion. Work alongside the Estates and Facilities CDM / Soft Landings Manager
Undertake other duties as and when required by the Capital Manager
The Person
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Proven track record of managing projects in the construction industry, ensuring compliance with design brief and contractual obligations with deadlines, changing priorities, quality requirements, budget and stakeholder management
Working knowledge of construction contracts and the roles and responsibilities within those
Solid understanding and experience of construction methods and technologies
An up-to-date knowledge of public procurement regulations
Up to date knowledge of statutory requirements, legislation & contract law relating to building projects including Health & Safety
Proficient in the reading of drawings and technical specifications
Ability to organise time to manage conflicting priorities within a demanding workload
Experience of working in a team and stakeholders to support positive outcomes
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Good attention to detail
Good IT skills with working knowledge of software packages, such as Microsoft Office packages
Attributes and Behaviour
Can demonstrate an ability to think flexibly, have sound judgement, use initiative, be proactive and adopt an active approach to problem solving
Comfortable working alongside senior colleagues to shape the project direction and programme including the negotiation skills and the ability to influence others
Ability to working on own initiative and as part of a team
Collaborative worker who builds on relationships with clients, colleagues, consultants, and contractors with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Proven leadership skills and ability to promote “ownership” of decisions regarding colleagues and financial resources limited by the overall budget
Qualifications
Education to degree level, either in a relevant construction discipline, or with substantial equivalent professional experience in an estate development role
Desirable
Chartered member of an appropriate professional body
Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.
We are committed to being a fully inclusive university which actively recruits, supports and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. We value diversity as well as celebrate, support and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams, we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and experiences reflect the diversity of our university and student population.
At Newcastle University we hold a silver Athena Swan award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality. We also hold a Race Equality Charter Bronze award in recognition of our work towards tackling race inequality in higher education REC. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role as part of the offer and interview scheme.
In addition, we are a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.
Requisition ID: 26846
Head of Infrastructure and Development 61,000 to 67,000 London with hybrid working About The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Students from all over the world come to study at Central and the reason for this is that it offers Europe's most comprehensive choice of specialist higher education drama, theatre and performance training. Central prides itself on offering a safe and supportive environment, where students are challenged to be original thinkers, inventive and effective collaborators and creative entrepreneurs. Central is a learning organisation that celebrates the diversity of its workforce and student population, and believes it benefits from recruiting people of different ages, abilities, identities, sexual orientations, race, ethnicities, genders, religions and beliefs. It provides a truly inclusive environment, and is focussed on providing a positive and inclusive working environment. In order to continue to offer such excellence Central has a clear strategic plan which will allow them to respond quickly and in an agile manner to embrace global and higher education change. A key part of this strategic plan is the focus on Infrastructure and Environment, and Central has a clear goal to build an inspirational environment and efficient and effective infrastructure to support our student and staff community, and key to this is the appointment of the Head of Infrastructure and Development. The Role As the Head of Infrastructure and Development you will be responsible for implementing strategic planning, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring the financial sustainability of the Centre for Performance, Technology, and Equity (PTEQ)'s research activities. This role will include working with the heads of technical teams, oversight of the Creative Technologists, managing E3 project infrastructure progress, milestones and reporting. Working collaboratively across Central, your role will include: Provide high quality and proactive leadership of PTEQ's capital spend and planned building and project phases. Develop a detailed programme of works highlighting project dependencies, critical paths and key project and financial milestones. Develop a prioritised plan of actions for contractors and consultants considering lead-times, intrusive works and available access to project site. Provide leadership, guidance, and support in strategic decision-making processes to effectively deliver all activities, including decant during building works, ensuring clear and timely communication with all impacted parties. Create a project communication plan, to identify stakeholders, method of communication and level of detail required by each stakeholder. Lead all risk management and oversight compliance, creating and managing a project risk register. The role will be key in developing, implementing and monitoring project management procedures and the post holder will be required to Pro-actively engage with internal and external stakeholders across the organisation to ensure that feedback is captured and used to improve existing processes and allow future improvement. The Person To be considered for the role you will ideally hold a project management qualification such as APM or Prince2 and also be IOSH or NEBOSH qualified. You will also have experience of Construction Design Management Regulations 2015 and have worked in a role in which you have project managed capital budget management, spend and building works programmes. Experience in higher education would be an advantage. Disability Confident Scheme Central will shortly be launching the Disability Confident Scheme. This recruitment campaign forms part of a pilot to help us structure our 'Disability Confident Committed' framework. This is a government initiative aimed at promoting equal employment opportunities for disabled people and to create a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive and supportive. We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our job vacancies, and we welcome applications from candidates with all types of disabilities. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we commit to offering an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. To be considered for an interview under this scheme you must have: a physical or mental impairment, or a long-term health condition which has a substantial and long term (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities. demonstrated in your application that you meet the minimum job criteria as set out in the advert or person specification for the post. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, including neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQ+ and Global Majority backgrounds as they are currently underrepresented within the sector and within Central. For further information about the role or to request a copy of the full job description please contact Joanne Till at Morgan Law on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Please note Morgan Law are managing this campaign on behalf of Central and any CVs sent directly will not be considered.
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Head of Infrastructure and Development 61,000 to 67,000 London with hybrid working About The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Students from all over the world come to study at Central and the reason for this is that it offers Europe's most comprehensive choice of specialist higher education drama, theatre and performance training. Central prides itself on offering a safe and supportive environment, where students are challenged to be original thinkers, inventive and effective collaborators and creative entrepreneurs. Central is a learning organisation that celebrates the diversity of its workforce and student population, and believes it benefits from recruiting people of different ages, abilities, identities, sexual orientations, race, ethnicities, genders, religions and beliefs. It provides a truly inclusive environment, and is focussed on providing a positive and inclusive working environment. In order to continue to offer such excellence Central has a clear strategic plan which will allow them to respond quickly and in an agile manner to embrace global and higher education change. A key part of this strategic plan is the focus on Infrastructure and Environment, and Central has a clear goal to build an inspirational environment and efficient and effective infrastructure to support our student and staff community, and key to this is the appointment of the Head of Infrastructure and Development. The Role As the Head of Infrastructure and Development you will be responsible for implementing strategic planning, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring the financial sustainability of the Centre for Performance, Technology, and Equity (PTEQ)'s research activities. This role will include working with the heads of technical teams, oversight of the Creative Technologists, managing E3 project infrastructure progress, milestones and reporting. Working collaboratively across Central, your role will include: Provide high quality and proactive leadership of PTEQ's capital spend and planned building and project phases. Develop a detailed programme of works highlighting project dependencies, critical paths and key project and financial milestones. Develop a prioritised plan of actions for contractors and consultants considering lead-times, intrusive works and available access to project site. Provide leadership, guidance, and support in strategic decision-making processes to effectively deliver all activities, including decant during building works, ensuring clear and timely communication with all impacted parties. Create a project communication plan, to identify stakeholders, method of communication and level of detail required by each stakeholder. Lead all risk management and oversight compliance, creating and managing a project risk register. The role will be key in developing, implementing and monitoring project management procedures and the post holder will be required to Pro-actively engage with internal and external stakeholders across the organisation to ensure that feedback is captured and used to improve existing processes and allow future improvement. The Person To be considered for the role you will ideally hold a project management qualification such as APM or Prince2 and also be IOSH or NEBOSH qualified. You will also have experience of Construction Design Management Regulations 2015 and have worked in a role in which you have project managed capital budget management, spend and building works programmes. Experience in higher education would be an advantage. Disability Confident Scheme Central will shortly be launching the Disability Confident Scheme. This recruitment campaign forms part of a pilot to help us structure our 'Disability Confident Committed' framework. This is a government initiative aimed at promoting equal employment opportunities for disabled people and to create a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive and supportive. We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our job vacancies, and we welcome applications from candidates with all types of disabilities. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we commit to offering an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. To be considered for an interview under this scheme you must have: a physical or mental impairment, or a long-term health condition which has a substantial and long term (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities. demonstrated in your application that you meet the minimum job criteria as set out in the advert or person specification for the post. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, including neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQ+ and Global Majority backgrounds as they are currently underrepresented within the sector and within Central. For further information about the role or to request a copy of the full job description please contact Joanne Till at Morgan Law on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Please note Morgan Law are managing this campaign on behalf of Central and any CVs sent directly will not be considered.
Estates Officer, Public Sector Organisation, electrical projects, maintenance and energy management Your new company The services of Hays have been retained by our client, a large public body based in Belfast, to recruit an Estates Officer (Electrical). This role is initially offered on a temporary contract basis for a period of 6 months with the possibility of further extension. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Estates, you will be required to assist in the delivery of all planned, reactive and small works projects throughout the clients' estate in addition to providing specialist input on electrical services for capital projects and energy management initiatives. The successful person will be responsible for: Electrical aspects of all Building Services throughout the estate; Ensuring that these essential services are maintained to the required standards to perform effectively and efficiently; Design, survey, manage and maintain electrical power generation and transmission; supply and distribution of LV, circuits and earthing, motors, drives, controls, lighting systems and emergency lighting across all buildings and sites; Supervise and report on contracted external maintenance contractors; Create planned maintenance programmes Monitor and report on statutory compliance Action reactive maintenance Undertake the preparation of economic appraisals on all major and minor works projects; Prepare and submit development proposals for review; Assist with the procurement of contractors; Manage external consultants (design teams); Full job description available on request What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this position, you should satisfy the following essential criteria: Hold a degree in a Building Services / Electrical Engineering related discipline with 2 years post-qualification experience of building service maintenance and/or project work, OR; Possess a BTEC, HNC/HND in a related Building Services / Electrical Engineering discipline with 5 years post-qualification experience in the delivery of building services maintenance and/or project work. You should be able to demonstrate experience of: Creating and Managing Planned Maintenance Programmes; Preparing formal reports or papers including analysis of data; Building positive and productive relationships with a range of stakeholders. What you'll get in return This position offers the chance to work for a large public body based in Belfast on a long-term contract basis. £17.24 per hour 37.5 hours per week 37 days annual leave pro rata Working via Hays you gain access to a wide range of discounts with high street retailers and household brands such as M&S, NIKE, plus many more. Paid weekly, via BACS every Friday morning. What you need to do now Contact for full details. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 27, 2024
Seasonal
Estates Officer, Public Sector Organisation, electrical projects, maintenance and energy management Your new company The services of Hays have been retained by our client, a large public body based in Belfast, to recruit an Estates Officer (Electrical). This role is initially offered on a temporary contract basis for a period of 6 months with the possibility of further extension. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Estates, you will be required to assist in the delivery of all planned, reactive and small works projects throughout the clients' estate in addition to providing specialist input on electrical services for capital projects and energy management initiatives. The successful person will be responsible for: Electrical aspects of all Building Services throughout the estate; Ensuring that these essential services are maintained to the required standards to perform effectively and efficiently; Design, survey, manage and maintain electrical power generation and transmission; supply and distribution of LV, circuits and earthing, motors, drives, controls, lighting systems and emergency lighting across all buildings and sites; Supervise and report on contracted external maintenance contractors; Create planned maintenance programmes Monitor and report on statutory compliance Action reactive maintenance Undertake the preparation of economic appraisals on all major and minor works projects; Prepare and submit development proposals for review; Assist with the procurement of contractors; Manage external consultants (design teams); Full job description available on request What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this position, you should satisfy the following essential criteria: Hold a degree in a Building Services / Electrical Engineering related discipline with 2 years post-qualification experience of building service maintenance and/or project work, OR; Possess a BTEC, HNC/HND in a related Building Services / Electrical Engineering discipline with 5 years post-qualification experience in the delivery of building services maintenance and/or project work. You should be able to demonstrate experience of: Creating and Managing Planned Maintenance Programmes; Preparing formal reports or papers including analysis of data; Building positive and productive relationships with a range of stakeholders. What you'll get in return This position offers the chance to work for a large public body based in Belfast on a long-term contract basis. £17.24 per hour 37.5 hours per week 37 days annual leave pro rata Working via Hays you gain access to a wide range of discounts with high street retailers and household brands such as M&S, NIKE, plus many more. Paid weekly, via BACS every Friday morning. What you need to do now Contact for full details. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience & Estate Management (010579) Head of Workplace Experience & Estate Management - ( 010579 ) Primary Location Primary Location UK-ENG-London Other Locations Other Locations UK-ENG-Leeds Job Job Property Procurement and Security Organisation Organisation 130010 - PROPERTY DIVISION Job Posting Job Posting 15-Mar-2024, 1:50:06 PM Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience & Estate Management (Soft Services) The aim of the Central Operations Directorate is to create and maintain an effective, efficient, and resilient workplace experience across the Bank of England, embracing new ways of working in safe and secure ways. Within Central Operations, our Property Division is responsible for the Bank's entire property estate, including our facilities and maintenance operations, covering all our sites across the UK. The Head of Workplace Experience is a critical and exciting role, with full responsibility for actively managing the Bank's property portfolio and the delivery of soft services throughout the UK Central Bank. This includes our landmark, Grade I Listed, Threadneedle Street site, and nearby Moorgate offices, as well as our sites across the UK including Essex, Leeds, and smaller hub locations, ensuring the Bank connects with, and represent the people from across the country . This is an opportunity to lead a team of 45 FTE, as the Head of Workplace Experience & Estates, driving excellence in customer experience and continuous improvement to maximise the benefits of smarter working within a hybrid environment. The role requires creativity and a vision of where the future workplace needs to go, and the determination and drive to take it there. The successful candidate will need to be highly experienced and a confident negotiator, with a proven track-record of achieving value for money and managing supplier relationships. You will care deeply about your role in achieving carbon savings and maintaining prestigious premises which are home to the Bank's critical national infrastructure and UK Gold Reserves, as well as our 5,000 colleagues. As Head of Workplace Experience & Estates Management, you will ensure that the Bank's portfolio is being managed efficiently and soft services delivered throughout the Estate at the highest standard. These aspects play a key role in the Bank's Employee Value Proposition. With ownership for Estates Management, the role further ensures that our portfolio of properties align to business requirements and remain fit for purpose, both now and looking to the future. This includes driving improvements to maximise the benefits of smart working within a new hybrid environment, incorporating the Property sustainability agenda, and developing workplace policy, compliance, and design. This is an essential role that is vital to our continuous operation and futureproofing National Critical Infrastructure. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Focus - develop, promote, and deliver the Bank's Property strategy, supporting the Director of Property in providing strategic direction for the delivery model for all Soft FM Services and Estates Management related activities, and provide strategic direction for the supporting teams. Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management - own end-to-end service delivery of Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management and deliver an effective space management solution - including oversight of events set-up and the management of facilities such as reception and Helpdesk. Strategic Portfolio Management - set robust business cases to support recommendations and benefits towards the Property Strategy and ensure the delivery of Soft FM and Estates Management that meet the requirements of the Bank's business operations, optimising from a cost and Value for Money perspective, driving innovation, and maximising flexibility, smarter working and leveraging market opportunities. Finance - own Soft Services and Estates Management budget, leading robust cost management, managing and implementing capital investment plans and supporting the Director of Property (in collaboration with Head of Infrastructure) in Estates-wide strategic budget planning and allocations. Stakeholder Relationships -work with colleagues across the Central Operations Directorate to drive the development of Soft Services and Estates Management-specific policy and implementation plans and advise, steer and quality-assure all matters related to Soft Services and Estates Management. People Development - build and manage multi-disciplinary Soft Services and Estates Management teams, providing a development path, training and the development of technical expertise and work with the Director of Property to support joined up training, development, and succession planning activities across the whole of the Property function. Policy, Process, and Improvement -support the Director of Property with risk mitigation and build and implement a portfolio planning framework, processes, systems, reporting and data to drive focussed decision making and continuous improvement and drive a fully compliant approach to a safe working. Thought Leadership - provide expertise, thought leadership and authoritative advice across the whole Estate and implement environmental solutions across a complex portfolio. No. of direct reports - c. 3-4 Role Requirements Strong working background in workplace strategy, design, policy, project and programme management, space utilisation planning and change management preferably in historic or Listed buildings, with experience in smart buildings and how to implement smart building design. Superior customer service delivery demonstrating a constant drive for excellence in all aspects of soft service delivery, as measured through user feedback, improvements, and financially sound decisions . Proven expertise in managing complex estates and delivering superior customer service through events, reception facilities, helpdesk etc ., considering sustainability and Greening Government practices, implementing them within all property-related decisions. Proven expertise and track record in gaining trust of senior stakeholders in complex or high-risk property matters and managing potentially conflicting views. Well-developed inclusive leadership skills and dedication to developing your team. Demonstrable understanding of property function strategy and business planning, including current and future capability and capacity requirements, around topics such as Levelling Up and Net Zero. Experience in technology and innovation demonstrating the ability to apply a risk-based, research focussed approach to developing and testing new technology and practices, with experience in analytical decision making, converting data into strategic insight, applying this to all projects and property related decisions. Expertise in health & safety, compliance and inclusion providing robust professional advice to protect the Bank from any property related legal, financial, or H&S risk around building legislations, regulations and working procedures. Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors certified or equivalent. Post graduate qualification or equivalent in Property Management/Facilities management or applicable degree. You should not be put off from applying if you do not meet or do not have all of these criteria - we would actively encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be effective in this role. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed. For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders. This role can be based from either our Threadneedle St office in London or our Leeds office in the city centre. Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme . If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application. Salary and Benefits Information This specific role offers a competitive base salary. We encourage flexible working . click apply for full job details
Mar 27, 2024
Full time
Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience & Estate Management (010579) Head of Workplace Experience & Estate Management - ( 010579 ) Primary Location Primary Location UK-ENG-London Other Locations Other Locations UK-ENG-Leeds Job Job Property Procurement and Security Organisation Organisation 130010 - PROPERTY DIVISION Job Posting Job Posting 15-Mar-2024, 1:50:06 PM Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience & Estate Management (Soft Services) The aim of the Central Operations Directorate is to create and maintain an effective, efficient, and resilient workplace experience across the Bank of England, embracing new ways of working in safe and secure ways. Within Central Operations, our Property Division is responsible for the Bank's entire property estate, including our facilities and maintenance operations, covering all our sites across the UK. The Head of Workplace Experience is a critical and exciting role, with full responsibility for actively managing the Bank's property portfolio and the delivery of soft services throughout the UK Central Bank. This includes our landmark, Grade I Listed, Threadneedle Street site, and nearby Moorgate offices, as well as our sites across the UK including Essex, Leeds, and smaller hub locations, ensuring the Bank connects with, and represent the people from across the country . This is an opportunity to lead a team of 45 FTE, as the Head of Workplace Experience & Estates, driving excellence in customer experience and continuous improvement to maximise the benefits of smarter working within a hybrid environment. The role requires creativity and a vision of where the future workplace needs to go, and the determination and drive to take it there. The successful candidate will need to be highly experienced and a confident negotiator, with a proven track-record of achieving value for money and managing supplier relationships. You will care deeply about your role in achieving carbon savings and maintaining prestigious premises which are home to the Bank's critical national infrastructure and UK Gold Reserves, as well as our 5,000 colleagues. As Head of Workplace Experience & Estates Management, you will ensure that the Bank's portfolio is being managed efficiently and soft services delivered throughout the Estate at the highest standard. These aspects play a key role in the Bank's Employee Value Proposition. With ownership for Estates Management, the role further ensures that our portfolio of properties align to business requirements and remain fit for purpose, both now and looking to the future. This includes driving improvements to maximise the benefits of smart working within a new hybrid environment, incorporating the Property sustainability agenda, and developing workplace policy, compliance, and design. This is an essential role that is vital to our continuous operation and futureproofing National Critical Infrastructure. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Focus - develop, promote, and deliver the Bank's Property strategy, supporting the Director of Property in providing strategic direction for the delivery model for all Soft FM Services and Estates Management related activities, and provide strategic direction for the supporting teams. Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management - own end-to-end service delivery of Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management and deliver an effective space management solution - including oversight of events set-up and the management of facilities such as reception and Helpdesk. Strategic Portfolio Management - set robust business cases to support recommendations and benefits towards the Property Strategy and ensure the delivery of Soft FM and Estates Management that meet the requirements of the Bank's business operations, optimising from a cost and Value for Money perspective, driving innovation, and maximising flexibility, smarter working and leveraging market opportunities. Finance - own Soft Services and Estates Management budget, leading robust cost management, managing and implementing capital investment plans and supporting the Director of Property (in collaboration with Head of Infrastructure) in Estates-wide strategic budget planning and allocations. Stakeholder Relationships -work with colleagues across the Central Operations Directorate to drive the development of Soft Services and Estates Management-specific policy and implementation plans and advise, steer and quality-assure all matters related to Soft Services and Estates Management. People Development - build and manage multi-disciplinary Soft Services and Estates Management teams, providing a development path, training and the development of technical expertise and work with the Director of Property to support joined up training, development, and succession planning activities across the whole of the Property function. Policy, Process, and Improvement -support the Director of Property with risk mitigation and build and implement a portfolio planning framework, processes, systems, reporting and data to drive focussed decision making and continuous improvement and drive a fully compliant approach to a safe working. Thought Leadership - provide expertise, thought leadership and authoritative advice across the whole Estate and implement environmental solutions across a complex portfolio. No. of direct reports - c. 3-4 Role Requirements Strong working background in workplace strategy, design, policy, project and programme management, space utilisation planning and change management preferably in historic or Listed buildings, with experience in smart buildings and how to implement smart building design. Superior customer service delivery demonstrating a constant drive for excellence in all aspects of soft service delivery, as measured through user feedback, improvements, and financially sound decisions . Proven expertise in managing complex estates and delivering superior customer service through events, reception facilities, helpdesk etc ., considering sustainability and Greening Government practices, implementing them within all property-related decisions. Proven expertise and track record in gaining trust of senior stakeholders in complex or high-risk property matters and managing potentially conflicting views. Well-developed inclusive leadership skills and dedication to developing your team. Demonstrable understanding of property function strategy and business planning, including current and future capability and capacity requirements, around topics such as Levelling Up and Net Zero. Experience in technology and innovation demonstrating the ability to apply a risk-based, research focussed approach to developing and testing new technology and practices, with experience in analytical decision making, converting data into strategic insight, applying this to all projects and property related decisions. Expertise in health & safety, compliance and inclusion providing robust professional advice to protect the Bank from any property related legal, financial, or H&S risk around building legislations, regulations and working procedures. Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors certified or equivalent. Post graduate qualification or equivalent in Property Management/Facilities management or applicable degree. You should not be put off from applying if you do not meet or do not have all of these criteria - we would actively encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be effective in this role. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns. We've also partnered with external organisations to support us in making adjustments for candidates and employees in the recruitment process where they're needed. For most roles where work can be carried out at home, we aim for colleagues to spend half of their time in the office, with a minimum of 40% per month. Subject to that minimum requirement, individuals and managers should work together to find what works best for them, their team and stakeholders. This role can be based from either our Threadneedle St office in London or our Leeds office in the city centre. Finally, we're proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme . If you wish to apply under this scheme, you should check the box in the 'Candidate Personal Information' under the 'Disability Confident Scheme' section of the application. Salary and Benefits Information This specific role offers a competitive base salary. We encourage flexible working . click apply for full job details
On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Real Estate Project Manager on an initial 12-month contract. As the Real Estate Project Manager you will be able to support and lead the activities undertaken in the Real Estate team including but not limited to lease negotiation, lease administration, finance planning including risks and opportunities, Capital Expenditure business case compilation, acquisition & disposal of Real Estate, and master planning. Role: Real Estate Project Manager Pay: 40 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Broughton - hybrid working at business discretion Contract: Monday - Friday 35 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance : BPSS Responsibilities Will Project Manage Real Estate activities in UK in order to achieve operational and strategic company / functional objectives in full compliance with relevant regulations. Responsible to manage and optimise the company Real Estate activities within the UK Perimeter and generate Master Planning based on business requirements considering legal and financial aspects to manage the investment & divestment of real estate assets, support acquisitions, carve outs, disposals and leasing & renting. Must ensure transparency of real estate activities of all divisions and subsidiaries in the UK and ensure proper processing by supporting or managing relevant real estate projects. Will support the development and implement an optimized ownership structure for real estate assets also to support monetization as required in close relationship with Finance & Legal. Accountable to support the expected cost saving targets through consolidation of UK sites across divisions and optimized ownership / renting structure. Will Manage UK RE portfolio tasked by HO Real Estate to ensure development and maintenance of the strategy for property and real estate considering needs and priorities of the business and exterior factors as well as Master Planning i.e. simulation, definition and consolidation of site development plans along with Facilities Management organisations and other stakeholders based on standards and best practice at regional level. Essential Skills: Experience liaising with vendors, agents, local councils Project management skills, but also willing to learn and develop according to company tools and processes. Investment Planning (CapEX). Good stakeholder management skills, including excellent communication, customer focus and the ability to deliver on commitments. A mind set to explore and work above and beyond, challenge current ways of working to develop new processes and ideas. The ability to listen, understand and communicate information. A strong interest in developing yourself. An interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems. Ability to make decisions based on evidence. Evolve along with changing priorities within the business. Flexibility in a dynamic environment. Excellent IT skill set. If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Mar 27, 2024
Contract
On behalf of our client, we are seeking to recruit a Real Estate Project Manager on an initial 12-month contract. As the Real Estate Project Manager you will be able to support and lead the activities undertaken in the Real Estate team including but not limited to lease negotiation, lease administration, finance planning including risks and opportunities, Capital Expenditure business case compilation, acquisition & disposal of Real Estate, and master planning. Role: Real Estate Project Manager Pay: 40 per hour Via Umbrella Location: Broughton - hybrid working at business discretion Contract: Monday - Friday 35 hours per week, 12 months IR35 Status: Inside Security Clearance : BPSS Responsibilities Will Project Manage Real Estate activities in UK in order to achieve operational and strategic company / functional objectives in full compliance with relevant regulations. Responsible to manage and optimise the company Real Estate activities within the UK Perimeter and generate Master Planning based on business requirements considering legal and financial aspects to manage the investment & divestment of real estate assets, support acquisitions, carve outs, disposals and leasing & renting. Must ensure transparency of real estate activities of all divisions and subsidiaries in the UK and ensure proper processing by supporting or managing relevant real estate projects. Will support the development and implement an optimized ownership structure for real estate assets also to support monetization as required in close relationship with Finance & Legal. Accountable to support the expected cost saving targets through consolidation of UK sites across divisions and optimized ownership / renting structure. Will Manage UK RE portfolio tasked by HO Real Estate to ensure development and maintenance of the strategy for property and real estate considering needs and priorities of the business and exterior factors as well as Master Planning i.e. simulation, definition and consolidation of site development plans along with Facilities Management organisations and other stakeholders based on standards and best practice at regional level. Essential Skills: Experience liaising with vendors, agents, local councils Project management skills, but also willing to learn and develop according to company tools and processes. Investment Planning (CapEX). Good stakeholder management skills, including excellent communication, customer focus and the ability to deliver on commitments. A mind set to explore and work above and beyond, challenge current ways of working to develop new processes and ideas. The ability to listen, understand and communicate information. A strong interest in developing yourself. An interest in finding creative solutions to complex problems. Ability to make decisions based on evidence. Evolve along with changing priorities within the business. Flexibility in a dynamic environment. Excellent IT skill set. If you are interested in applying for this position and you meet the requirements, please send your updated CV to: Natalie Dalkin at Line Up Aviation Line Up Aviation has carved its own place in the recruitment of Aviation and Aerospace personnel all over the world for more than 30 years. We work with some of the industry's best known companies who demand the highest standard of applicants. " on Twitter for all of our latest vacancies, news and pictures from our busy UK Head Office. Interact with us using the tag at anytime! Thank you for your follow!"
Estates Manager - Resorts Salary up to £55,595 pa Flexible working, Hybrid Are you passionate about managing commercial property assets and delivering outstanding services in a vibrant and diverse environment? Do you have experience of leading a team of professionals across different sectors and functions? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be the perfect candidate for this position! About the organisation and area East Suffolk is an exciting place to work and live, with excellent transport links, combining beautiful countryside, rugged coastline, award-winning beaches and delightful market towns.The East Suffolk Council team play a critical role in ensuring that managing the Council's extensive property portfolio to deliver the Council's objectives. The team are working on a diverse range of exciting and innovative projects, including bringing disused town centre sites back into life by reconfiguring them for long term and sustainable use. They are also delivering new seafront leisure schemes to support a growing tourism economy, and collaborating with Coastal Partnership teams as an enabler of vital flood defence works. About the Role East Suffolk Council own and manage around 3000 assets. The portfolio is varied and includes; Offices, Town Halls, Depots, Industrial Units, Leisure Centres, Public Conveniences, Cafes & Kiosks, Shelters, Beach Huts, Shops & Retail. East Suffolk Council's property team comprises over 40 property professionals who are responsible for helping deliver over a third of the council's income.Resort related assets such as beach huts and caravan sites generate revenue for the Council in excess of £2m with significant potential to grow. We are looking for an Estates Manager to provide strategic leadership for this portfolio. You will also be responsible for managing a team including the Southwold Harbour/Caravan Site Manager, Yacht Station Manager, Resorts Manager and their respective teams.As the Estates Manager you will oversee all estate management duties including landlord and tenant, red book valuations, new investment and development opportunities, acquisitions, and disposals. You'll be working closely with the Asset and Investment Manager to deliver on a range of exciting and innovative projects and work programmes across the portfolio in a timely fashion and to budget. About You As the Estates Manager - Resorts, you will need to have:• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in real estate or a related discipline• A professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent• Proven experience as an Asset or Estates Manager or similar role in the public or private sector• Expert knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease/licence renewals, assignments and other third-party agreements• Experience developing business cases for new property developments, including cash flow analysis and professional support and advice• Experience in negotiating the settlement of terms for the acquisition and disposal of property, including easements, wayleaves and entry onto land under statutory notice and provide regular cost estimates and scheme progress reports as required• Ability to provide professional advice and be the point of contact for all day to day property management requirements relating to the Resorts Portfolio• Ability to oversee all rating and council tax referencing, valuation and negotiation, including representing ESC at any appeal tribunals and overseeing the payment and refund of rates and council tax demands• Whilst not essential, holding registered valuer status would be highly beneficial, and an ability to undertake a variety of RICS 'Red Book' Valuations, annual portfolio, Right to Buy valuations and appraisals for disposal or development purposes• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsAs the Estates Manager - Resorts, you will work in line with ESC's values of being Proud, Dynamic, Truthful, Good Value, United and will contribute to the ESC vision of promoting a bright, green, open, free, and fair future for all East Suffolk. What's in it for you This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £51,515 - £55,595 per annum. You will also enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working and entry to the excellent local government pension scheme where ESC contributes 25%. Work-life balance and wellbeing are high on the agenda. You'll receive 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service, as well as a flexi-time scheme. We support hybrid working between home and our two headquarters in Lowestoft and Melton.Working in a local government property team gives you an unparalleled breadth of experience across a range of asset types and capital projects. Interviews Interviews are likely to be held on the 13th of May. Interviews will be held in person at the ESC offices in Melton. If you are shortlisted, we will agree a suitable interview arrangement with you.For more information or for a confidential conversation about this position, please contact John Martin at Hays, the retained consultant managing this vacancy. The closing date for all applications is 24 April 2024 at 5pm .We look forward to hearing from you!
Mar 26, 2024
Full time
Estates Manager - Resorts Salary up to £55,595 pa Flexible working, Hybrid Are you passionate about managing commercial property assets and delivering outstanding services in a vibrant and diverse environment? Do you have experience of leading a team of professionals across different sectors and functions? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be the perfect candidate for this position! About the organisation and area East Suffolk is an exciting place to work and live, with excellent transport links, combining beautiful countryside, rugged coastline, award-winning beaches and delightful market towns.The East Suffolk Council team play a critical role in ensuring that managing the Council's extensive property portfolio to deliver the Council's objectives. The team are working on a diverse range of exciting and innovative projects, including bringing disused town centre sites back into life by reconfiguring them for long term and sustainable use. They are also delivering new seafront leisure schemes to support a growing tourism economy, and collaborating with Coastal Partnership teams as an enabler of vital flood defence works. About the Role East Suffolk Council own and manage around 3000 assets. The portfolio is varied and includes; Offices, Town Halls, Depots, Industrial Units, Leisure Centres, Public Conveniences, Cafes & Kiosks, Shelters, Beach Huts, Shops & Retail. East Suffolk Council's property team comprises over 40 property professionals who are responsible for helping deliver over a third of the council's income.Resort related assets such as beach huts and caravan sites generate revenue for the Council in excess of £2m with significant potential to grow. We are looking for an Estates Manager to provide strategic leadership for this portfolio. You will also be responsible for managing a team including the Southwold Harbour/Caravan Site Manager, Yacht Station Manager, Resorts Manager and their respective teams.As the Estates Manager you will oversee all estate management duties including landlord and tenant, red book valuations, new investment and development opportunities, acquisitions, and disposals. You'll be working closely with the Asset and Investment Manager to deliver on a range of exciting and innovative projects and work programmes across the portfolio in a timely fashion and to budget. About You As the Estates Manager - Resorts, you will need to have:• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in real estate or a related discipline• A professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent• Proven experience as an Asset or Estates Manager or similar role in the public or private sector• Expert knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease/licence renewals, assignments and other third-party agreements• Experience developing business cases for new property developments, including cash flow analysis and professional support and advice• Experience in negotiating the settlement of terms for the acquisition and disposal of property, including easements, wayleaves and entry onto land under statutory notice and provide regular cost estimates and scheme progress reports as required• Ability to provide professional advice and be the point of contact for all day to day property management requirements relating to the Resorts Portfolio• Ability to oversee all rating and council tax referencing, valuation and negotiation, including representing ESC at any appeal tribunals and overseeing the payment and refund of rates and council tax demands• Whilst not essential, holding registered valuer status would be highly beneficial, and an ability to undertake a variety of RICS 'Red Book' Valuations, annual portfolio, Right to Buy valuations and appraisals for disposal or development purposes• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skillsAs the Estates Manager - Resorts, you will work in line with ESC's values of being Proud, Dynamic, Truthful, Good Value, United and will contribute to the ESC vision of promoting a bright, green, open, free, and fair future for all East Suffolk. What's in it for you This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £51,515 - £55,595 per annum. You will also enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working and entry to the excellent local government pension scheme where ESC contributes 25%. Work-life balance and wellbeing are high on the agenda. You'll receive 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service, as well as a flexi-time scheme. We support hybrid working between home and our two headquarters in Lowestoft and Melton.Working in a local government property team gives you an unparalleled breadth of experience across a range of asset types and capital projects. Interviews Interviews are likely to be held on the 13th of May. Interviews will be held in person at the ESC offices in Melton. If you are shortlisted, we will agree a suitable interview arrangement with you.For more information or for a confidential conversation about this position, please contact John Martin at Hays, the retained consultant managing this vacancy. The closing date for all applications is 24 April 2024 at 5pm .We look forward to hearing from you!
Feeling challenged? Are you tired of twiddling your thumbs and yearning for a more significant challenge where you can truly make your mark? UCS is one of the UK's foremost independent schools with three campuses spread across Hampstead, are you ready to be the new Head of Estates? With origins tracing back to 1860, UCS is steeped in rich history and tradition. However, don't let that mislead you this institution is a hotbed of innovation and progress. Teaming up with the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring UCS continues to thrive for generations to come. From historic grade 2 listed buildings to cutting-edge modern facilities, you'll encounter a diverse array of challenges. To assist, you'll have a dedicated in-house team ready to offer support at every turn. As the Head of Estates, you'll spearhead development projects and capital works, working closely alongside department heads, the COO, and the board of Governors. And here's the exciting part: the Foundation has recently submitted a planning application for a major development project at the Senior School site. You ll be leading the charge to see it through to completion. You ll be a proven property expert who can help drive the school's strategic goals while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. From Estates Services to Health & Safety, Fire regulations, and beyond, you'll be the driving force behind it all. The current Head of Estates has held the position for over 8 years, laying a solid foundation for you to build upon. It's now your time to seize the reins and guide UCS into its next chapter. In return, you'll receive a list of working benefits as long as your arm: 32 days of holiday, closure days, healthcare coverage, pension contributions matched up to 10%, school fees discount, death in service benefit, gym membership, and even free school meals, the list goes actually go on. So, what's next? To learn more, please contact Tom Morrison at Oyster. We understand that your CV might not be up to date, so send us what you have or look us up on LinkedIn, and we can arrange a conversation from there. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th April 2024. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with UCS, and any direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster
Mar 25, 2024
Full time
Feeling challenged? Are you tired of twiddling your thumbs and yearning for a more significant challenge where you can truly make your mark? UCS is one of the UK's foremost independent schools with three campuses spread across Hampstead, are you ready to be the new Head of Estates? With origins tracing back to 1860, UCS is steeped in rich history and tradition. However, don't let that mislead you this institution is a hotbed of innovation and progress. Teaming up with the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring UCS continues to thrive for generations to come. From historic grade 2 listed buildings to cutting-edge modern facilities, you'll encounter a diverse array of challenges. To assist, you'll have a dedicated in-house team ready to offer support at every turn. As the Head of Estates, you'll spearhead development projects and capital works, working closely alongside department heads, the COO, and the board of Governors. And here's the exciting part: the Foundation has recently submitted a planning application for a major development project at the Senior School site. You ll be leading the charge to see it through to completion. You ll be a proven property expert who can help drive the school's strategic goals while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. From Estates Services to Health & Safety, Fire regulations, and beyond, you'll be the driving force behind it all. The current Head of Estates has held the position for over 8 years, laying a solid foundation for you to build upon. It's now your time to seize the reins and guide UCS into its next chapter. In return, you'll receive a list of working benefits as long as your arm: 32 days of holiday, closure days, healthcare coverage, pension contributions matched up to 10%, school fees discount, death in service benefit, gym membership, and even free school meals, the list goes actually go on. So, what's next? To learn more, please contact Tom Morrison at Oyster. We understand that your CV might not be up to date, so send us what you have or look us up on LinkedIn, and we can arrange a conversation from there. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th April 2024. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with UCS, and any direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster
It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Are you tired of twiddling your thumbs and yearning for a more significant challenge where you can truly make your mark? UCS is one of the UK's foremost independent schools with three campuses spread across Hampstead, are you ready to be the new Head of Estates? With origins tracing back to 1860, UCS is steeped in rich history and tradition. However, don't let that mislead you-this institution is a hotbed of innovation and progress. Teaming up with the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring UCS continues to thrive for generations to come. From historic grade-one listed buildings to cutting-edge modern facilities, you'll encounter a diverse array of challenges. To assist, you'll have a dedicated in-house team ready to offer support at every turn. As the Head of Estates, you'll spearhead development projects and capital works, working closely alongside department heads, the COO, and the board of Governors. And here's the exciting part: the Foundation has recently submitted a planning application for a major development project at the Senior School site. You'll be leading the charge to see it through to completion. You'll be a proven property expert who can help drive the school's strategic goals while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. From Estates Services to Health & Safety, Fire regulations, and beyond, you'll be the driving force behind it all. The current Head of Estates has held the position for over 8 years, laying a solid foundation for you to build upon. It's now your time to seize the reins and guide UCS into its next chapter. In return, you'll receive a list of working benefits as long as your arm: 32 days of holiday, closure days, healthcare coverage, pension contributions matched up to 10%, school fees discount, death in service benefit, gym membership, and even free school meals, the list goes actually go on. So, what's next? To learn more, please contact Tom Morrison at Oyster. We understand that your CV might not be up to date, so send us what you have or look us up on LinkedIn, and we can arrange a conversation from there. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th March 2024. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with UCS, and any direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster. Senior Manager Tom Morrison Tom's quiet determination makes him the man to watch. He has a level of perseverance and focus that means his ambition to grow the best Estates, Facilities, and Operations recruitment team in the country is well within his grasp. Tom's resolution, relentlessness, and drive is unrivalled, but he balances it out by being light-hearted, fun, and quick-witted. He is supportive, and fiercely loyal to his team. Your ambition is our ambition. Your ambition is our ambition. Estates & Facilities Head of Estates London £75,000 Per annum Permanent Your Contact Tom Morrison Senior Manager Your next role It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Feeling challenged? Are you tired of twiddling your thumbs and yearning for a more significant challenge where you can truly make your mark? UCS is one of the UK's foremost independent schools with three campuses spread across Hampstead, are you ready to be the new Head of Estates? With origins tracing back to 1860, UCS is steeped in rich history and tradition. However, don't let that mislead you-this institution is a hotbed of innovation and progress. Teaming up with the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring UCS continues to thrive for generations to come. From historic grade-one listed buildings to cutting-edge modern facilities, you'll encounter a diverse array of challenges. To assist, you'll have a dedicated in-house team ready to offer support at every turn. As the Head of Estates, you'll spearhead development projects and capital works, working closely alongside department heads, the COO, and the board of Governors. And here's the exciting part: the Foundation has recently submitted a planning application for a major development project at the Senior School site. You'll be leading the charge to see it through to completion. You'll be a proven property expert who can help drive the school's strategic goals while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. From Estates Services to Health & Safety, Fire regulations, and beyond, you'll be the driving force behind it all. The current Head of Estates has held the position for over 8 years, laying a solid foundation for you to build upon. It's now your time to seize the reins and guide UCS into its next chapter. In return, you'll receive a list of working benefits as long as your arm: 32 days of holiday, closure days, healthcare coverage, pension contributions matched up to 10%, school fees discount, death in service benefit, gym membership, and even free school meals, the list goes actually go on. So, what's next? To learn more, please contact Tom Morrison at Oyster. We understand that your CV might not be up to date, so send us what you have or look us up on LinkedIn, and we can arrange a conversation from there. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th March 2024. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with UCS, and any direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster. Senior Manager Tom Morrison Tom's quiet determination makes him the man to watch. He has a level of perseverance and focus that means his ambition to grow the best Estates, Facilities, and Operations recruitment team in the country is well within his grasp. Tom's resolution, relentlessness, and drive is unrivalled, but he balances it out by being light-hearted, fun, and quick-witted. He is supportive, and fiercely loyal to his team. Your ambition is our ambition. Your ambition is our ambition. l More Opportunities 0 Find the job you're looking for in Estates & Facilities. Or call us for the latest opportunities. 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It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Are you tired of twiddling your thumbs and yearning for a more significant challenge where you can truly make your mark? UCS is one of the UK's foremost independent schools with three campuses spread across Hampstead, are you ready to be the new Head of Estates? With origins tracing back to 1860, UCS is steeped in rich history and tradition. However, don't let that mislead you-this institution is a hotbed of innovation and progress. Teaming up with the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring UCS continues to thrive for generations to come. From historic grade-one listed buildings to cutting-edge modern facilities, you'll encounter a diverse array of challenges. To assist, you'll have a dedicated in-house team ready to offer support at every turn. As the Head of Estates, you'll spearhead development projects and capital works, working closely alongside department heads, the COO, and the board of Governors. And here's the exciting part: the Foundation has recently submitted a planning application for a major development project at the Senior School site. You'll be leading the charge to see it through to completion. You'll be a proven property expert who can help drive the school's strategic goals while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. From Estates Services to Health & Safety, Fire regulations, and beyond, you'll be the driving force behind it all. The current Head of Estates has held the position for over 8 years, laying a solid foundation for you to build upon. It's now your time to seize the reins and guide UCS into its next chapter. In return, you'll receive a list of working benefits as long as your arm: 32 days of holiday, closure days, healthcare coverage, pension contributions matched up to 10%, school fees discount, death in service benefit, gym membership, and even free school meals, the list goes actually go on. So, what's next? To learn more, please contact Tom Morrison at Oyster. We understand that your CV might not be up to date, so send us what you have or look us up on LinkedIn, and we can arrange a conversation from there. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th March 2024. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with UCS, and any direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster. Senior Manager Tom Morrison Tom's quiet determination makes him the man to watch. He has a level of perseverance and focus that means his ambition to grow the best Estates, Facilities, and Operations recruitment team in the country is well within his grasp. Tom's resolution, relentlessness, and drive is unrivalled, but he balances it out by being light-hearted, fun, and quick-witted. He is supportive, and fiercely loyal to his team. Your ambition is our ambition. Your ambition is our ambition. Estates & Facilities Head of Estates London £75,000 Per annum Permanent Your Contact Tom Morrison Senior Manager Your next role It's time for the next step. You've earned it. Apply Feeling challenged? Are you tired of twiddling your thumbs and yearning for a more significant challenge where you can truly make your mark? UCS is one of the UK's foremost independent schools with three campuses spread across Hampstead, are you ready to be the new Head of Estates? With origins tracing back to 1860, UCS is steeped in rich history and tradition. However, don't let that mislead you-this institution is a hotbed of innovation and progress. Teaming up with the newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring UCS continues to thrive for generations to come. From historic grade-one listed buildings to cutting-edge modern facilities, you'll encounter a diverse array of challenges. To assist, you'll have a dedicated in-house team ready to offer support at every turn. As the Head of Estates, you'll spearhead development projects and capital works, working closely alongside department heads, the COO, and the board of Governors. And here's the exciting part: the Foundation has recently submitted a planning application for a major development project at the Senior School site. You'll be leading the charge to see it through to completion. You'll be a proven property expert who can help drive the school's strategic goals while ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements. From Estates Services to Health & Safety, Fire regulations, and beyond, you'll be the driving force behind it all. The current Head of Estates has held the position for over 8 years, laying a solid foundation for you to build upon. It's now your time to seize the reins and guide UCS into its next chapter. In return, you'll receive a list of working benefits as long as your arm: 32 days of holiday, closure days, healthcare coverage, pension contributions matched up to 10%, school fees discount, death in service benefit, gym membership, and even free school meals, the list goes actually go on. So, what's next? To learn more, please contact Tom Morrison at Oyster. We understand that your CV might not be up to date, so send us what you have or look us up on LinkedIn, and we can arrange a conversation from there. The closing date for applications is Tuesday 9th March 2024. Oyster has an exclusive partnership with UCS, and any direct or third-party applications will be forwarded to Oyster. Senior Manager Tom Morrison Tom's quiet determination makes him the man to watch. He has a level of perseverance and focus that means his ambition to grow the best Estates, Facilities, and Operations recruitment team in the country is well within his grasp. Tom's resolution, relentlessness, and drive is unrivalled, but he balances it out by being light-hearted, fun, and quick-witted. He is supportive, and fiercely loyal to his team. Your ambition is our ambition. Your ambition is our ambition. l More Opportunities 0 Find the job you're looking for in Estates & Facilities. Or call us for the latest opportunities. 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Director, Technical Development, Light Industrial Hybrid working Are you a seasoned Construction Project Manager with a track record of leading high-profile industrial projects to success? SEGRO is seeking a Director of Technical Development to helm their Light Industrial Team. You will be the driving force behind their innovative light industrial and data centre development projects across London and their Western Corridor. About the Opportunity: Oversee project and construction management to deliver exceptional results on budget and on time. Strategise development and construction opportunities for the UK light industrial/data centres sector. Spearhead environmental and safety standards for technical development activities, aligned with SEGRO's carbon-neutral goals. Direct a multifaceted team of professionals, ensuring excellence from planning to execution. Provide strategic reporting and capital expenditure forecasting for ongoing and future schemes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our portfolio performance. Format part of the senior leadership group within SEGRO, influencing the strategic direction of the business About You: Extensive experience in construction project management, specifically in data centres, warehouses, logistics centres, retail, industrial units, or manufacturing plants. Demonstrated leadership in managing dynamic teams. In-depth knowledge of legal and environmental standards in construction. Strong network within the property and construction market. Proven ability in report writing, presentations, and negotiations. Expertise in sustainable construction and low carbon initiatives. If you're looking to embark on a career that puts you at the forefront of industrial innovation, and you are a natural and inspiring people leader, with the vision to execute top-tier development strategies, SEGRO invites you to apply for the role of Director, Technical Development, Light Industrial through their exclusive recruitment partner Capstone Property Recruitment. Please send your CV to Rob Joslin at All direct and 3rd part applications will be directed to Capstone. Transparency Notice to Prospective Candidates We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests in order to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. At Capstone Property Recruitment Ltd we respect your Privacy details all of which are set out in our Privacy Policy on our website at .If you don't want to be contacted by us about potential positions that may be of interest to you in the future, then please email our Data Protection Officer at
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Director, Technical Development, Light Industrial Hybrid working Are you a seasoned Construction Project Manager with a track record of leading high-profile industrial projects to success? SEGRO is seeking a Director of Technical Development to helm their Light Industrial Team. You will be the driving force behind their innovative light industrial and data centre development projects across London and their Western Corridor. About the Opportunity: Oversee project and construction management to deliver exceptional results on budget and on time. Strategise development and construction opportunities for the UK light industrial/data centres sector. Spearhead environmental and safety standards for technical development activities, aligned with SEGRO's carbon-neutral goals. Direct a multifaceted team of professionals, ensuring excellence from planning to execution. Provide strategic reporting and capital expenditure forecasting for ongoing and future schemes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our portfolio performance. Format part of the senior leadership group within SEGRO, influencing the strategic direction of the business About You: Extensive experience in construction project management, specifically in data centres, warehouses, logistics centres, retail, industrial units, or manufacturing plants. Demonstrated leadership in managing dynamic teams. In-depth knowledge of legal and environmental standards in construction. Strong network within the property and construction market. Proven ability in report writing, presentations, and negotiations. Expertise in sustainable construction and low carbon initiatives. If you're looking to embark on a career that puts you at the forefront of industrial innovation, and you are a natural and inspiring people leader, with the vision to execute top-tier development strategies, SEGRO invites you to apply for the role of Director, Technical Development, Light Industrial through their exclusive recruitment partner Capstone Property Recruitment. Please send your CV to Rob Joslin at All direct and 3rd part applications will be directed to Capstone. Transparency Notice to Prospective Candidates We process certain personal information about you for our legitimate business interests in order to identify and contact suitable candidates about positions that may be relevant to them. At Capstone Property Recruitment Ltd we respect your Privacy details all of which are set out in our Privacy Policy on our website at .If you don't want to be contacted by us about potential positions that may be of interest to you in the future, then please email our Data Protection Officer at
Head of Infrastructure and Development 61,000 to 67,000 London with hybrid working About The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Students from all over the world come to study at Central and the reason for this is that it offers Europe's most comprehensive choice of specialist higher education drama, theatre and performance training. Central prides itself on offering a safe and supportive environment, where students are challenged to be original thinkers, inventive and effective collaborators and creative entrepreneurs. Central is a learning organisation that celebrates the diversity of its workforce and student population, and believes it benefits from recruiting people of different ages, abilities, identities, sexual orientations, race, ethnicities, genders, religions and beliefs. It provides a truly inclusive environment, and is focused on providing a positive and inclusive working environment. In order to continue to offer such excellence Central has a clear strategic plan which will allow them to respond quickly and in an agile manner to embrace global and higher education change. A key part of this strategic plan is the focus on Infrastructure and Environment, and Central has a clear goal to build an inspirational environment and efficient and effective infrastructure to support our student and staff community, and key to this is the appointment of the Head of Infrastructure and Development. The Role As the Head of Infrastructure and Development you will be responsible for implementing strategic planning, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring the financial sustainability of the Centre for Performance, Technology, and Equity (PTEQ)'s research activities. This role will include working with the heads of technical teams, oversight of the Creative Technologists, managing E3 project infrastructure progress, milestones and reporting. Working collaboratively across Central, your role will include: Provide high quality and proactive leadership of PTEQ's capital spend and planned building and project phases. Develop a detailed programme of works highlighting project dependencies, critical paths and key project and financial milestones. Develop a prioritised plan of actions for contractors and consultants considering lead-times, intrusive works and available access to project site. Provide leadership, guidance, and support in strategic decision-making processes to effectively deliver all activities, including decant during building works, ensuring clear and timely communication with all impacted parties. Create a project communication plan, to identify stakeholders, method of communication and level of detail required by each stakeholder. Lead all risk management and oversight compliance, creating and managing a project risk register. The role will be key in developing, implementing and monitoring project management procedures and the post holder will be required to Pro-actively engage with internal and external stakeholders across the organisation to ensure that feedback is captured and used to improve existing processes and allow future improvement. The Person To be considered for the role you will ideally hold a project management qualification such as APM or Prince2 and also be IOSH or NEBOSH qualified. You will also have experience of Construction Design Management Regulations 2015 and have worked in a role in which you have project managed capital budget management, spend and building works programmes. Experience in higher education would be an advantage. Disability Confident Scheme Central will shortly be launching the Disability Confident Scheme. This recruitment campaign forms part of a pilot to help us structure our 'Disability Confident Committed' framework. This is a government initiative aimed at promoting equal employment opportunities for disabled people and to create a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive and supportive. We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our job vacancies, and we welcome applications from candidates with all types of disabilities. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we commit to offering an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. To be considered for an interview under this scheme you must have: a physical or mental impairment, or a long-term health condition which has a substantial and long term (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities. demonstrated in your application that you meet the minimum job criteria as set out in the advert or person specification for the post. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, including neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQ+ and Global Majority backgrounds as they are currently underrepresented within the sector and within Central. For further information about the role or to request a copy of the full job description please contact Joanne Till at Morgan Law on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Please note Morgan Law are managing this campaign on behalf of Central any CVs sent directly not be considered.
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Head of Infrastructure and Development 61,000 to 67,000 London with hybrid working About The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama Students from all over the world come to study at Central and the reason for this is that it offers Europe's most comprehensive choice of specialist higher education drama, theatre and performance training. Central prides itself on offering a safe and supportive environment, where students are challenged to be original thinkers, inventive and effective collaborators and creative entrepreneurs. Central is a learning organisation that celebrates the diversity of its workforce and student population, and believes it benefits from recruiting people of different ages, abilities, identities, sexual orientations, race, ethnicities, genders, religions and beliefs. It provides a truly inclusive environment, and is focused on providing a positive and inclusive working environment. In order to continue to offer such excellence Central has a clear strategic plan which will allow them to respond quickly and in an agile manner to embrace global and higher education change. A key part of this strategic plan is the focus on Infrastructure and Environment, and Central has a clear goal to build an inspirational environment and efficient and effective infrastructure to support our student and staff community, and key to this is the appointment of the Head of Infrastructure and Development. The Role As the Head of Infrastructure and Development you will be responsible for implementing strategic planning, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring the financial sustainability of the Centre for Performance, Technology, and Equity (PTEQ)'s research activities. This role will include working with the heads of technical teams, oversight of the Creative Technologists, managing E3 project infrastructure progress, milestones and reporting. Working collaboratively across Central, your role will include: Provide high quality and proactive leadership of PTEQ's capital spend and planned building and project phases. Develop a detailed programme of works highlighting project dependencies, critical paths and key project and financial milestones. Develop a prioritised plan of actions for contractors and consultants considering lead-times, intrusive works and available access to project site. Provide leadership, guidance, and support in strategic decision-making processes to effectively deliver all activities, including decant during building works, ensuring clear and timely communication with all impacted parties. Create a project communication plan, to identify stakeholders, method of communication and level of detail required by each stakeholder. Lead all risk management and oversight compliance, creating and managing a project risk register. The role will be key in developing, implementing and monitoring project management procedures and the post holder will be required to Pro-actively engage with internal and external stakeholders across the organisation to ensure that feedback is captured and used to improve existing processes and allow future improvement. The Person To be considered for the role you will ideally hold a project management qualification such as APM or Prince2 and also be IOSH or NEBOSH qualified. You will also have experience of Construction Design Management Regulations 2015 and have worked in a role in which you have project managed capital budget management, spend and building works programmes. Experience in higher education would be an advantage. Disability Confident Scheme Central will shortly be launching the Disability Confident Scheme. This recruitment campaign forms part of a pilot to help us structure our 'Disability Confident Committed' framework. This is a government initiative aimed at promoting equal employment opportunities for disabled people and to create a workplace that is welcoming, inclusive and supportive. We actively encourage disabled people to apply for our job vacancies, and we welcome applications from candidates with all types of disabilities. As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we commit to offering an interview to a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum selection criteria for the job. To be considered for an interview under this scheme you must have: a physical or mental impairment, or a long-term health condition which has a substantial and long term (over 12 months) adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities. demonstrated in your application that you meet the minimum job criteria as set out in the advert or person specification for the post. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, including neurodivergent candidates, LGBTQ+ and Global Majority backgrounds as they are currently underrepresented within the sector and within Central. For further information about the role or to request a copy of the full job description please contact Joanne Till at Morgan Law on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Please note Morgan Law are managing this campaign on behalf of Central any CVs sent directly not be considered.
Seeking an Asset Manager to join Kingsbridge in Tangmere, near Chichester. Kingsbridge are seeking an Asset Manager to join our in-house professional team based in Tangmere, near Chichester. Kingsbridge is a privately-owned commercial developer and investor operating across the South of England. The company was founded by Robert Langmead in 2004 and has expanded rapidly with a portfolio of projects. Now led by CEO, Chris Fry, a former Fund Manager who joined the business in April 2018, Kingsbridge is focused on developing and transforming industrial & logistics, office and urban mixed-use schemes across the south. Our strategy is to work with like-minded partners to create highly sustainable and best-in-class assets, with the values of responsibility and community. The business holds a core portfolio of assets generating income to cover business overheads and to deliver a base level of return. This is in addition to an 'active portfolio', with capital recycled through development and value-add style projects to generate higher returns. Our in-house professional team are responsible for working collaboratively to deliver projects and ensuring a maximum return is achieved from our assets. We are now looking to appoint a new Asset Manager to join the team, who will contribute to our continuing success. The role will be based at our offices in Tangmere, near Chichester, with an opportunity to work from home on occasion. The Role As an Asset Manager, you will be responsible for providing professional property asset management advice across the business's assets. This includes our core property portfolio of multi-let offices and industrial sites, but also working on asset management strategies for our on-going active development portfolio. The Asset Manager's role is varied and requires you to develop a detailed understanding of our portfolio and customers, proactively managing properties to create new income streams and identify value-add initiatives. It is a position that will command high levels of commerciality, self-drive and the ability to use your own initiative. Key Responsibilities will include, but not limited to - Proactive management of a portfolio of properties to maximise the value and potential of the assets. Responsible for vacant properties, lease events and landlord and tenant matters. Review, prepare and implement asset management strategies for active assets within our on-going development portfolio. Work with the team to produce annual asset business plans, providing recommendations for capex and forecasting lease events. Present and provide updates to the board, including preparing asset management packs / slide decks. Undertake market research projects and present findings to the wider team. Lead on the marketing and letting of vacant space. Manage lease renewals, rent reviews, lease re-gears, licences and lease variations. Oversee PPM schedules and administer service charge agreements. Instruct and liaise with contractors for refurbishments, maintenance and repair works. Implement and oversee health and safety processes across the property portfolio and for small works projects. Build and manage effective working relationships with tenants, external suppliers, consultants, agents and solicitors. What You'll Need MRICS qualified. 1 - 5 years post-qualification experience. Previous experience of Commercial Property Asset Management. Proficient knowledge and skills in a range of landlord and tenant matters including, negotiating lease renewals and rent reviews. Preferably, have local knowledge of the South Coast property market. Excellent attention to detail with strong commercial, literacy and numeracy skills. Be a personable and self-driven communicator and self-starter. What you need to do now Hays Property and Surveying are supporting Kingsbridge with the recruitment of this role. For further information, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact our Southampton based Property and Surveying specialist Jamie Poll on . #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Seeking an Asset Manager to join Kingsbridge in Tangmere, near Chichester. Kingsbridge are seeking an Asset Manager to join our in-house professional team based in Tangmere, near Chichester. Kingsbridge is a privately-owned commercial developer and investor operating across the South of England. The company was founded by Robert Langmead in 2004 and has expanded rapidly with a portfolio of projects. Now led by CEO, Chris Fry, a former Fund Manager who joined the business in April 2018, Kingsbridge is focused on developing and transforming industrial & logistics, office and urban mixed-use schemes across the south. Our strategy is to work with like-minded partners to create highly sustainable and best-in-class assets, with the values of responsibility and community. The business holds a core portfolio of assets generating income to cover business overheads and to deliver a base level of return. This is in addition to an 'active portfolio', with capital recycled through development and value-add style projects to generate higher returns. Our in-house professional team are responsible for working collaboratively to deliver projects and ensuring a maximum return is achieved from our assets. We are now looking to appoint a new Asset Manager to join the team, who will contribute to our continuing success. The role will be based at our offices in Tangmere, near Chichester, with an opportunity to work from home on occasion. The Role As an Asset Manager, you will be responsible for providing professional property asset management advice across the business's assets. This includes our core property portfolio of multi-let offices and industrial sites, but also working on asset management strategies for our on-going active development portfolio. The Asset Manager's role is varied and requires you to develop a detailed understanding of our portfolio and customers, proactively managing properties to create new income streams and identify value-add initiatives. It is a position that will command high levels of commerciality, self-drive and the ability to use your own initiative. Key Responsibilities will include, but not limited to - Proactive management of a portfolio of properties to maximise the value and potential of the assets. Responsible for vacant properties, lease events and landlord and tenant matters. Review, prepare and implement asset management strategies for active assets within our on-going development portfolio. Work with the team to produce annual asset business plans, providing recommendations for capex and forecasting lease events. Present and provide updates to the board, including preparing asset management packs / slide decks. Undertake market research projects and present findings to the wider team. Lead on the marketing and letting of vacant space. Manage lease renewals, rent reviews, lease re-gears, licences and lease variations. Oversee PPM schedules and administer service charge agreements. Instruct and liaise with contractors for refurbishments, maintenance and repair works. Implement and oversee health and safety processes across the property portfolio and for small works projects. Build and manage effective working relationships with tenants, external suppliers, consultants, agents and solicitors. What You'll Need MRICS qualified. 1 - 5 years post-qualification experience. Previous experience of Commercial Property Asset Management. Proficient knowledge and skills in a range of landlord and tenant matters including, negotiating lease renewals and rent reviews. Preferably, have local knowledge of the South Coast property market. Excellent attention to detail with strong commercial, literacy and numeracy skills. Be a personable and self-driven communicator and self-starter. What you need to do now Hays Property and Surveying are supporting Kingsbridge with the recruitment of this role. For further information, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact our Southampton based Property and Surveying specialist Jamie Poll on . #
Interim Project Manager opportunity with Mechanical and Electrical projects Your new company Excellent opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy who are seeking an interim project manager to join them on an initial six month contract. You will be working with a small, owner managed business and will be based from home whilst visiting the client's site in South West England two or three days per week. Your new role As the interim Project Manager, you will be working with one of the organisation's most high profile clients delivering Mechanical and Electrical capital projects. The client is a well known technology company with a reputation for research and development excellence. You will work closely alongside the client's in-house project management team providing guidance and support from the pre-construction phase through to final handover. As the Project Manager, you will successfully manage M&E projects which includes creating outlines and detailed designs such as heating and ventilation replacement, fire alarms and electrical rewiring (amongst others). You will be involved in planning and design, budget management and contractor management. This role is offered with flexible working and will be based from home and from the client's site two to three days per week. Occasional travel may be required to the consultancy's head office in Essex. This role is offered on an initial six month contract (outside of IR35), though may be extended further if required. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in this role, you should be an experienced M&E Project Manager and be competent running projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision. Access to a vehicle is essential to visit the client's site in South West England and you should have a comfortable working space when working from home. Overnight stays can be arranged if you prefer to stay over whilst on site with the client. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Seasonal
Interim Project Manager opportunity with Mechanical and Electrical projects Your new company Excellent opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy who are seeking an interim project manager to join them on an initial six month contract. You will be working with a small, owner managed business and will be based from home whilst visiting the client's site in South West England two or three days per week. Your new role As the interim Project Manager, you will be working with one of the organisation's most high profile clients delivering Mechanical and Electrical capital projects. The client is a well known technology company with a reputation for research and development excellence. You will work closely alongside the client's in-house project management team providing guidance and support from the pre-construction phase through to final handover. As the Project Manager, you will successfully manage M&E projects which includes creating outlines and detailed designs such as heating and ventilation replacement, fire alarms and electrical rewiring (amongst others). You will be involved in planning and design, budget management and contractor management. This role is offered with flexible working and will be based from home and from the client's site two to three days per week. Occasional travel may be required to the consultancy's head office in Essex. This role is offered on an initial six month contract (outside of IR35), though may be extended further if required. What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful in this role, you should be an experienced M&E Project Manager and be competent running projects from inception to completion with minimal supervision. Access to a vehicle is essential to visit the client's site in South West England and you should have a comfortable working space when working from home. Overnight stays can be arranged if you prefer to stay over whilst on site with the client. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #
Estates Manager, Permanent role, East Suffolk, Salary up to £55,595 Estates Manager Salary up to £55,595 pa Flexible working, Hybrid Are you passionate about managing commercial property assets anddelivering outstanding services in a vibrant and diverse environment? Do youhave experience of leading a team of professionals across different sectors andfunctions? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be theperfect candidate for this position! About the organisation and area East Suffolk is an exciting place to work and live, with excellent transport links, combining beautiful countryside, rugged coastline, award-winning beaches and delightful market towns. The East Suffolk Council team play a critical role in ensuring that managing the Council's extensive property portfolio to deliver the Council's objectives. The team are working on a diverse range of exciting and innovative projects, including bringing disused town centre sites back into life by reconfiguring them for long term and sustainable use. They are also delivering new seafront leisure schemes to support a growing tourism economy, and collaborating with Coastal Partnership teams as an enabler of vital flood defence works. About the Role East Suffolk Council own and manage around 3000assets. The portfolio is varied and includes; Offices, Town Halls, Depots,Industrial Units, Leisure Centres, Public Conveniences, Cafes & Kiosks,Shelters, Beach Huts, Shops & Retail. East Suffolk Council's property teamcomprises over 40 property professionals who are responsible for helpingdeliver over a third of the council's income. Resort related assets such as beach huts andcaravan sites generate revenue for the Council in excess of £2m withsignificant potential to grow. We are looking for an Estates Manager to providestrategic leadership for this portfolio. You will also be responsible formanaging a team including the Southwold Harbour/Caravan Site Manager, YachtStation Manager, Resorts Manager and their respective teams. As the Estates Manager you will oversee allestate management duties including landlord and tenant, red book valuations,new investment and development opportunities, acquisitions, and disposals.You'll be working closely with the Asset and Investment Manager to deliver on arange of exciting and innovative projects and work programmes across theportfolio in a timely fashion and to budget. About You As the Estates Manager, you will needto have: • A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in real estate or a related discipline • A professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent • Proven experience as an Asset or Estates Manager or similar role in the public or private sector • Expert knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease/licence renewals, assignments and other third-party agreements • Experience developing business cases for new property developments, including cash flow analysis and professional support and advice • Experience in negotiating the settlement of terms for the acquisition and disposal of property, including easements, wayleaves and entry onto land under statutory notice and provide regular cost estimates and scheme progress reports as required • Ability to provide professional advice and be the point of contact for all day to day property management requirements relating to the Resorts Portfolio • Ability to oversee all rating and council tax referencing, valuation and negotiation, including representing ESC at any appeal tribunals and overseeing the payment and refund of rates and council tax demands • Whilst not essential, holding registered valuer status would be highly beneficial, and an ability to undertake a variety of RICS 'Red Book' Valuations, annual portfolio, Right to Buy valuations and appraisals for disposal or development purposes • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills As the Estates Manager, you will workin line with ESC's values of being Proud, Dynamic, Truthful, Good Value, Unitedand will contribute to the ESC vision of promoting a bright, green, open, free,and fair future for all East Suffolk. What's in it for you This is a full-time, permanent position with asalary range of £51,515 - £55,595 per annum. You will also enjoy a range ofbenefits, including flexible working and entry to the excellent localgovernment pension scheme where ESC contributes 25%. Work-life balance andwellbeing are high on the agenda. You'll receive 25 days annual leave plus bankholidays, rising with length of service, as well as a flexi-time scheme. Wesupport hybrid working between home and our two headquarters in Lowestoft andMelton. Working in a local government property teamgives you an unparalleled breadth of experience across a range of asset typesand capital projects. Interviews Interviews are likely to be held on 13 May 2024 Interviews will be held in person at the ESC offices in Melton. Ifyou are shortlisted, we will agree a suitable interview arrangement withyou. For more information or for a confidentialconversation about this position, please contact John Martin at Hays, theretained consultant managing this vacancy, on . The closing date for all applications is 24 April 2024 at 5pm . We look forward to hearing from you! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'applynow' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but youare looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussionabout your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Estates Manager, Permanent role, East Suffolk, Salary up to £55,595 Estates Manager Salary up to £55,595 pa Flexible working, Hybrid Are you passionate about managing commercial property assets anddelivering outstanding services in a vibrant and diverse environment? Do youhave experience of leading a team of professionals across different sectors andfunctions? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be theperfect candidate for this position! About the organisation and area East Suffolk is an exciting place to work and live, with excellent transport links, combining beautiful countryside, rugged coastline, award-winning beaches and delightful market towns. The East Suffolk Council team play a critical role in ensuring that managing the Council's extensive property portfolio to deliver the Council's objectives. The team are working on a diverse range of exciting and innovative projects, including bringing disused town centre sites back into life by reconfiguring them for long term and sustainable use. They are also delivering new seafront leisure schemes to support a growing tourism economy, and collaborating with Coastal Partnership teams as an enabler of vital flood defence works. About the Role East Suffolk Council own and manage around 3000assets. The portfolio is varied and includes; Offices, Town Halls, Depots,Industrial Units, Leisure Centres, Public Conveniences, Cafes & Kiosks,Shelters, Beach Huts, Shops & Retail. East Suffolk Council's property teamcomprises over 40 property professionals who are responsible for helpingdeliver over a third of the council's income. Resort related assets such as beach huts andcaravan sites generate revenue for the Council in excess of £2m withsignificant potential to grow. We are looking for an Estates Manager to providestrategic leadership for this portfolio. You will also be responsible formanaging a team including the Southwold Harbour/Caravan Site Manager, YachtStation Manager, Resorts Manager and their respective teams. As the Estates Manager you will oversee allestate management duties including landlord and tenant, red book valuations,new investment and development opportunities, acquisitions, and disposals.You'll be working closely with the Asset and Investment Manager to deliver on arange of exciting and innovative projects and work programmes across theportfolio in a timely fashion and to budget. About You As the Estates Manager, you will needto have: • A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in real estate or a related discipline • A professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalent • Proven experience as an Asset or Estates Manager or similar role in the public or private sector • Expert knowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease/licence renewals, assignments and other third-party agreements • Experience developing business cases for new property developments, including cash flow analysis and professional support and advice • Experience in negotiating the settlement of terms for the acquisition and disposal of property, including easements, wayleaves and entry onto land under statutory notice and provide regular cost estimates and scheme progress reports as required • Ability to provide professional advice and be the point of contact for all day to day property management requirements relating to the Resorts Portfolio • Ability to oversee all rating and council tax referencing, valuation and negotiation, including representing ESC at any appeal tribunals and overseeing the payment and refund of rates and council tax demands • Whilst not essential, holding registered valuer status would be highly beneficial, and an ability to undertake a variety of RICS 'Red Book' Valuations, annual portfolio, Right to Buy valuations and appraisals for disposal or development purposes • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills As the Estates Manager, you will workin line with ESC's values of being Proud, Dynamic, Truthful, Good Value, Unitedand will contribute to the ESC vision of promoting a bright, green, open, free,and fair future for all East Suffolk. What's in it for you This is a full-time, permanent position with asalary range of £51,515 - £55,595 per annum. You will also enjoy a range ofbenefits, including flexible working and entry to the excellent localgovernment pension scheme where ESC contributes 25%. Work-life balance andwellbeing are high on the agenda. You'll receive 25 days annual leave plus bankholidays, rising with length of service, as well as a flexi-time scheme. Wesupport hybrid working between home and our two headquarters in Lowestoft andMelton. Working in a local government property teamgives you an unparalleled breadth of experience across a range of asset typesand capital projects. Interviews Interviews are likely to be held on 13 May 2024 Interviews will be held in person at the ESC offices in Melton. Ifyou are shortlisted, we will agree a suitable interview arrangement withyou. For more information or for a confidentialconversation about this position, please contact John Martin at Hays, theretained consultant managing this vacancy, on . The closing date for all applications is 24 April 2024 at 5pm . We look forward to hearing from you! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'applynow' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but youare looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussionabout your career. #
Asset and Investment Manager, Permanent role, East Suffolk, Salary up to £63,066 Asset & Investment Manager Salary up to £63,066 pa Flexible working, Hybrid Are you passionate about managing commercial property assets and delivering outstanding services in a vibrant and diverse environment? Do you have experience of leading a team of professionals across different sectors and functions and working at a strategic level? Do you have knowledge of corporate asset investment, management, valuation and estate management issues? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be the perfect candidate for this position. About the organisation and area East Suffolk is an exciting place to work and live, with excellent transport links, combining beautiful countryside, rugged coastline, award-winning beaches and delightful market towns. The East Suffolk Council team play a critical role in ensuring that managing the Council's extensive property portfolio to deliver the Council's objectives. The team are working on a diverse range of exciting and innovative projects, including bringing disused town centre sites back into life by reconfiguring them for long term and sustainable use. They are also delivering new seafront leisure schemes to support a growing tourism economy, and collaborating with Coastal Partnership teams as an enabler of vital flood defence works. About the Role East Suffolk Council own and manage around 3000 assets. The portfolio is varied and includes; Offices, Town Halls, Depots, Industrial Units, Leisure Centres, Public Conveniences, Cafes & Kiosks, Shelters, Beach Huts, Shops & Retail. East Suffolk Council's property team comprises over 40 property professionals who are responsible for helping deliver over a third of the council's income. We are looking for an Asset and Investment Manager to lead the asset investment, property management, acquisitions and disposal programme for East Suffolk Council. The Asset & Investment Manager will act in a strategic and advisory capacity to the council on a range of property and asset management matters, including the identification of new investment and development opportunities. The Asset and Investment Manager will lead the property team and manage external consultants. You will advise on property matters across the portfolio as well as for the Southwold Harbour Management Committee, and lead on the asset-delivery of externally funded programmes such as the Towns Fund. You'll be leading on the delivery of a range of important and innovative projects and work programmes across the portfolio. About You As the successful candidate, you will need to have: A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in real estate or a related disciplineA professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalentKnowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease/licence renewals, assignments and other third-party agreementsExperience of developing business cases for new property developments including cash flow analysis and professional support and adviceExperience in negotiating the settlement of terms for the acquisition and disposal of property, including easements, wayleaves and entry onto land under statutory notice and providing regular cost estimates and scheme progress reports as requiredAbility to provide professional advice and be the point of contact for all day to day property management mattersAbility to oversee all rating and council tax referencing, valuation and negotiation including representing ESC at any appeal tribunals and overseeing the payment and refund of rates and council tax demandsWhilst not essential, holding registered valuer status would be highly beneficial, and an ability to undertake a variety of RICS 'Red Book' Valuations, annual portfolio, Right to Buy valuations and appraisals for disposal or development purposes.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills As the Asset and Investment Manager, you will work in line with ESC's values of being Proud, Dynamic, Truthful, Good Value, United and will contribute to the Council's vision of promoting a bright, green, open, free, and fair future for all East Suffolk. What's in it for you This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £56,772 - £63,066 per annum. You will also enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working and entry to the excellent local government pension scheme where ESC contributes 25%. Work-life balance and wellbeing are high on the agenda. You'll receive 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service, as well as a flexi-time scheme. We support hybrid working between home and our two headquarters in Lowestoft and Melton. Working in a local government property team gives you an unparalleled breadth of experience across a range of asset types and capital projects. Interviews Interviews are likely to be held between 9-10 May 2024. Interviews will be held in person at the ESC offices in Melton. If you are shortlisted, we will agree a suitable interview arrangement with you. For more information or for a confidential conversation about this position, please contact John Martin at Hays, the retained consultant managing this vacancy, on or . The closing date for all applications is 24 April 2024 at 5pm . We look forward to hearing from you! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Mar 22, 2024
Full time
Asset and Investment Manager, Permanent role, East Suffolk, Salary up to £63,066 Asset & Investment Manager Salary up to £63,066 pa Flexible working, Hybrid Are you passionate about managing commercial property assets and delivering outstanding services in a vibrant and diverse environment? Do you have experience of leading a team of professionals across different sectors and functions and working at a strategic level? Do you have knowledge of corporate asset investment, management, valuation and estate management issues? If you answered yes to these questions, then you might be the perfect candidate for this position. About the organisation and area East Suffolk is an exciting place to work and live, with excellent transport links, combining beautiful countryside, rugged coastline, award-winning beaches and delightful market towns. The East Suffolk Council team play a critical role in ensuring that managing the Council's extensive property portfolio to deliver the Council's objectives. The team are working on a diverse range of exciting and innovative projects, including bringing disused town centre sites back into life by reconfiguring them for long term and sustainable use. They are also delivering new seafront leisure schemes to support a growing tourism economy, and collaborating with Coastal Partnership teams as an enabler of vital flood defence works. About the Role East Suffolk Council own and manage around 3000 assets. The portfolio is varied and includes; Offices, Town Halls, Depots, Industrial Units, Leisure Centres, Public Conveniences, Cafes & Kiosks, Shelters, Beach Huts, Shops & Retail. East Suffolk Council's property team comprises over 40 property professionals who are responsible for helping deliver over a third of the council's income. We are looking for an Asset and Investment Manager to lead the asset investment, property management, acquisitions and disposal programme for East Suffolk Council. The Asset & Investment Manager will act in a strategic and advisory capacity to the council on a range of property and asset management matters, including the identification of new investment and development opportunities. The Asset and Investment Manager will lead the property team and manage external consultants. You will advise on property matters across the portfolio as well as for the Southwold Harbour Management Committee, and lead on the asset-delivery of externally funded programmes such as the Towns Fund. You'll be leading on the delivery of a range of important and innovative projects and work programmes across the portfolio. About You As the successful candidate, you will need to have: A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in real estate or a related disciplineA professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or equivalentKnowledge of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience in negotiating rent reviews, lease/licence renewals, assignments and other third-party agreementsExperience of developing business cases for new property developments including cash flow analysis and professional support and adviceExperience in negotiating the settlement of terms for the acquisition and disposal of property, including easements, wayleaves and entry onto land under statutory notice and providing regular cost estimates and scheme progress reports as requiredAbility to provide professional advice and be the point of contact for all day to day property management mattersAbility to oversee all rating and council tax referencing, valuation and negotiation including representing ESC at any appeal tribunals and overseeing the payment and refund of rates and council tax demandsWhilst not essential, holding registered valuer status would be highly beneficial, and an ability to undertake a variety of RICS 'Red Book' Valuations, annual portfolio, Right to Buy valuations and appraisals for disposal or development purposes.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills As the Asset and Investment Manager, you will work in line with ESC's values of being Proud, Dynamic, Truthful, Good Value, United and will contribute to the Council's vision of promoting a bright, green, open, free, and fair future for all East Suffolk. What's in it for you This is a full-time, permanent position with a salary range of £56,772 - £63,066 per annum. You will also enjoy a range of benefits, including flexible working and entry to the excellent local government pension scheme where ESC contributes 25%. Work-life balance and wellbeing are high on the agenda. You'll receive 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with length of service, as well as a flexi-time scheme. We support hybrid working between home and our two headquarters in Lowestoft and Melton. Working in a local government property team gives you an unparalleled breadth of experience across a range of asset types and capital projects. Interviews Interviews are likely to be held between 9-10 May 2024. Interviews will be held in person at the ESC offices in Melton. If you are shortlisted, we will agree a suitable interview arrangement with you. For more information or for a confidential conversation about this position, please contact John Martin at Hays, the retained consultant managing this vacancy, on or . The closing date for all applications is 24 April 2024 at 5pm . We look forward to hearing from you! What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Facility Design Engineering Team Leader Location : Aldermaston, Berkshire Package £60,000 - £80,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience) As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include: Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours (including Bank Holidays) of annual leave - plus every other Friday off work! Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution) Life Assurance Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site Relocation assistance (T&C's apply) We have hugely exciting challenges ahead at AWE as we invest in our next generation deterrent infrastructure. This role is part of the leadership team in our Capital Engineering function at AWE, which works in partnership to support three significant delivery portfolios: firstly our Future Materials Campus, for new nuclear production facilities. Secondly, our Cross Conventional programme for new explosive, chemi-toxic and conventional production facilities. Finally, our Liabilities programme for the decommissioning, demolition and disposal of legacy production facilities and equipment including some site security projects. We are seeking a talented and people-focused Facility Design Engineering Management Team Leader, to lead, coach and develop a large technical team of design engineering managers, providing direction to team members and understanding business requirements. To be successful you will be a qualified Engineer with demonstrable people management experience and strong communication skills. As well as managing your team, you will be using your depth and breadth of engineering experience to transform the way we work by embracing new tools and technologies, simplify our ways of working and engaging with our many supply chain partners to establish best practice learning and development. As a people leader, you will need to ensure that we attract, develop and retain the workforce needed to meet the needs of our vital UK government mission both now and into the future. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas of site.
Mar 20, 2024
Full time
Facility Design Engineering Team Leader Location : Aldermaston, Berkshire Package £60,000 - £80,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience) As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include: Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours (including Bank Holidays) of annual leave - plus every other Friday off work! Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution) Life Assurance Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site Relocation assistance (T&C's apply) We have hugely exciting challenges ahead at AWE as we invest in our next generation deterrent infrastructure. This role is part of the leadership team in our Capital Engineering function at AWE, which works in partnership to support three significant delivery portfolios: firstly our Future Materials Campus, for new nuclear production facilities. Secondly, our Cross Conventional programme for new explosive, chemi-toxic and conventional production facilities. Finally, our Liabilities programme for the decommissioning, demolition and disposal of legacy production facilities and equipment including some site security projects. We are seeking a talented and people-focused Facility Design Engineering Management Team Leader, to lead, coach and develop a large technical team of design engineering managers, providing direction to team members and understanding business requirements. To be successful you will be a qualified Engineer with demonstrable people management experience and strong communication skills. As well as managing your team, you will be using your depth and breadth of engineering experience to transform the way we work by embracing new tools and technologies, simplify our ways of working and engaging with our many supply chain partners to establish best practice learning and development. As a people leader, you will need to ensure that we attract, develop and retain the workforce needed to meet the needs of our vital UK government mission both now and into the future. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas of site.
Housing and Land The Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor's plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities. Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor's housing investment and grant programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration. About the team The Operational Policy and Performance Team is part of the Investment and Operations Unit in the Housing and Land directorate, led by Rachael Hickman as Assistant Director Investment and Operations. Operational Policy and Performance works across the full breadth of Housing and Land's work. It is a truly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team working with our delivery teams, programmes teams and policy team to support and enable everyone in the directorate to deliver effectively, consistently and within our GLA governance procedures. Key areas of responsibility for the team include: Directorate and corporate-level management and reporting of: budget (annual budget: circa £116m revenue and £1.5bn capital), strategic risk, and performance. Translating policy into delivery by creating and enabling the appropriate processes and contracting including overseeing the establishment of processes for assessing and tracking compliance against funding criteria and ensuring consistency of application of criteria across multiple funding streams and in contracts. Oversight of the directorate information and records management processes. Oversight and management of the business requirements for the GLA's bespoke grant and project management system (OPS). Co-ordination of cross-directorate corporate activity such as tracking of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plans, corporate apprentice programmes etc. It is a really exciting time to join this team as we are growing in capacity and remit, picking up a large part of the directorate and corporate coordination and programme management. There is a significant amount of change happening in the GLA generally, and this team will be at the forefront of leading and embedding that change. About the role This is a newly created role in the Operational Policy and Performance Team and reports to the newly created role of the Head of Operational Policy and Performance. We are looking for someone who can combine strategic thinking with operational and delivery ability and excellent programme management. You will have two members of staff reporting to you and we are therefore looking for someone with strong management skills, who can support the development of these individuals. Housing and Land delivers a wide range of projects and programmes including: the £4bn Affordable Homes Programme, a c.£700m recoverable investment portfolio, a 635 hectare land and property portfolio and London's cladding remediation funding programmes. We also oversee a number of specialist and supported housing funds, and rough sleeping funds and services. Your role is to support the Head of Operational Policy and Performance to ensure coherent and consistent budget, risk and performance management of these at a directorate level. You will also support and lead elements of the co-ordination of corporate GLA activities that need to be embedded and delivered across the directorate. Examples of these include co-ordination and tracking of our Directorate EDI Action Plan, or tracking of our Learning and Development spend. The GLA is currently reviewing our approach to grant making and programme management and it is anticipated that this role will provide input from Housing and Land's into that workstream to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. What your day will look like No two days are the same, but will include: Providing strategic senior level leadership on all aspects of programme management and reporting of the Mayor's housing and land priorities in line with current and future policy direction and targets. Overseeing the production of management reports for internal and external boards, working groups or stakeholders to manage and monitor directorate budgets, performance, forecasts and risk analysis against delivery. Leading on projects and working groups to negotiate with senior staff internally and externally to agree and develop new strategies to deliver the Mayor's housing and land targets. Leading on the development of policy, programmes, bespoke analysis reports and processing tools to support the Mayor's targets, through the advanced use of data analysis tools such as Jaspersoft, Power BI, Excel and other data management systems and internal business systems related to housing and land. Inputting into corporate grant and programme management workstreams to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. Providing effective leadership and management of the staff you will line manage to ensure personal development, successful performance, and cost-effective resource allocation that enable the team to retain the highest levels of quality information provision and programme management expertise. Staff at the GLA are working in our offices 2-3 days per week and GLA leaders need to be accessible and visible to their teams. A good balance of time spent working remotely, in the office together with colleagues and with partners across London is an important aspect of the role. We promote flexible approaches to working and try to ensure an inclusive and supportive environment that enables our staff to be successful. This may include reasonable adjustments or other flexibilities around working hours and locations.
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
Housing and Land The Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor's plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities. Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor's housing investment and grant programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration. About the team The Operational Policy and Performance Team is part of the Investment and Operations Unit in the Housing and Land directorate, led by Rachael Hickman as Assistant Director Investment and Operations. Operational Policy and Performance works across the full breadth of Housing and Land's work. It is a truly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team working with our delivery teams, programmes teams and policy team to support and enable everyone in the directorate to deliver effectively, consistently and within our GLA governance procedures. Key areas of responsibility for the team include: Directorate and corporate-level management and reporting of: budget (annual budget: circa £116m revenue and £1.5bn capital), strategic risk, and performance. Translating policy into delivery by creating and enabling the appropriate processes and contracting including overseeing the establishment of processes for assessing and tracking compliance against funding criteria and ensuring consistency of application of criteria across multiple funding streams and in contracts. Oversight of the directorate information and records management processes. Oversight and management of the business requirements for the GLA's bespoke grant and project management system (OPS). Co-ordination of cross-directorate corporate activity such as tracking of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plans, corporate apprentice programmes etc. It is a really exciting time to join this team as we are growing in capacity and remit, picking up a large part of the directorate and corporate coordination and programme management. There is a significant amount of change happening in the GLA generally, and this team will be at the forefront of leading and embedding that change. About the role This is a newly created role in the Operational Policy and Performance Team and reports to the newly created role of the Head of Operational Policy and Performance. We are looking for someone who can combine strategic thinking with operational and delivery ability and excellent programme management. You will have two members of staff reporting to you and we are therefore looking for someone with strong management skills, who can support the development of these individuals. Housing and Land delivers a wide range of projects and programmes including: the £4bn Affordable Homes Programme, a c.£700m recoverable investment portfolio, a 635 hectare land and property portfolio and London's cladding remediation funding programmes. We also oversee a number of specialist and supported housing funds, and rough sleeping funds and services. Your role is to support the Head of Operational Policy and Performance to ensure coherent and consistent budget, risk and performance management of these at a directorate level. You will also support and lead elements of the co-ordination of corporate GLA activities that need to be embedded and delivered across the directorate. Examples of these include co-ordination and tracking of our Directorate EDI Action Plan, or tracking of our Learning and Development spend. The GLA is currently reviewing our approach to grant making and programme management and it is anticipated that this role will provide input from Housing and Land's into that workstream to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. What your day will look like No two days are the same, but will include: Providing strategic senior level leadership on all aspects of programme management and reporting of the Mayor's housing and land priorities in line with current and future policy direction and targets. Overseeing the production of management reports for internal and external boards, working groups or stakeholders to manage and monitor directorate budgets, performance, forecasts and risk analysis against delivery. Leading on projects and working groups to negotiate with senior staff internally and externally to agree and develop new strategies to deliver the Mayor's housing and land targets. Leading on the development of policy, programmes, bespoke analysis reports and processing tools to support the Mayor's targets, through the advanced use of data analysis tools such as Jaspersoft, Power BI, Excel and other data management systems and internal business systems related to housing and land. Inputting into corporate grant and programme management workstreams to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. Providing effective leadership and management of the staff you will line manage to ensure personal development, successful performance, and cost-effective resource allocation that enable the team to retain the highest levels of quality information provision and programme management expertise. Staff at the GLA are working in our offices 2-3 days per week and GLA leaders need to be accessible and visible to their teams. A good balance of time spent working remotely, in the office together with colleagues and with partners across London is an important aspect of the role. We promote flexible approaches to working and try to ensure an inclusive and supportive environment that enables our staff to be successful. This may include reasonable adjustments or other flexibilities around working hours and locations.
The Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor's plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities. Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor's housing investment and grant programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration. About the team The Operational Policy and Performance Team is part of the Investment and Operations Unit in the Housing and Land directorate, led by Rachael Hickman as Assistant Director Investment and Operations. Operational Policy and Performance works across the full breadth of Housing and Land's work. It is a truly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team working with our delivery teams, programmes teams and policy team to support and enable everyone in the directorate to deliver effectively, consistently and within our GLA governance procedures. Key areas of responsibility for the team include: Directorate and corporate-level management and reporting of: budget (annual budget: circa £116m revenue and £1.5bn capital), strategic risk, and performance. Translating policy into delivery by creating and enabling the appropriate processes and contracting including overseeing the establishment of processes for assessing and tracking compliance against funding criteria and ensuring consistency of application of criteria across multiple funding streams and in contracts. Oversight of the directorate information and records management processes. Oversight and management of the business requirements for the GLA's bespoke grant and project management system (OPS). Co-ordination of cross-directorate corporate activity such as tracking of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plans, corporate apprentice programmes etc. It is a really exciting time to join this team as we are growing in capacity and remit, picking up a large part of the directorate and corporate coordination and programme management. There is a significant amount of change happening in the GLA generally, and this team will be at the forefront of leading and embedding that change. About the role This is a newly created role in the Operational Policy and Performance Team and reports to the newly created role of the Senior Programme Co-ordinator. We are looking for someone who combines excellent data analysis and manipulation with strong reporting, communicating and influencing skills. Housing and Land delivers a wide range of projects and programmes including: the £4bn Affordable Homes Programme, a c.£700m recoverable investment portfolio, a 635 hectare land and property portfolio and London's cladding remediation funding programmes. We also oversee a number of specialist and supported housing funds, and rough sleeping funds and services. Your role is to support the Senior Programme Co-ordinator in the delivery of coherent and consistent budget, risk and performance management of these at a directorate level. You will also support and lead elements of the co-ordination of corporate GLA activities that need to be embedded and delivered across the directorate. Examples of these include co-ordination and tracking of our Directorate EDI Action Plan, or tracking of our Learning and Development spend. The GLA is currently reviewing our approach to grant making and programme management and it is anticipated that this role will provide input from Housing and Land's into that workstream to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. What your day will look like No two days are the same, but will include: Leading on all aspects of monitoring, reporting and programme management including risk management, of the directorate's housing and land programmes. Producing management reports for internal and external boards, working groups or stakeholders to manage and monitor directorate budgets, performance, forecasts and risk analysis against delivery. Assisting in modelling and creating investment programmes in line with the Mayor's Housing Strategy and future policy direction. Co-ordinating information and analysis to enable effective contract management on existing and new programmes with investment partners. Managing the monitoring and reporting of spend, receipts, outputs, outcomes and impact achievements of the directorate's programmes to Directorate Management Team and other corporate teams. Leading on the development of policy, programmes, bespoke reports and tools to support delivery and advanced use of data analysis tools (such as Power BI, Excel etc) to an advanced level to produce reports and systems that will assist staff to meet targets. Ensuring records of land and property assets are maintained and annual valuation operations are carried out in line with guidance and to time. Inputting into corporate grant and programme management workstreams to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. Staff at the GLA are working in our offices 2-3 days per week and GLA leaders need to be accessible and visible to their teams. A good balance of time spent working remotely, in the office together with colleagues and with partners across London is an important aspect of the role. We promote flexible approaches to working and try to ensure an inclusive and supportive environment that enables our staff to be successful. This may include reasonable adjustments or other flexibilities around working hours and locations. Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria: Proficient in the use of IT systems including advanced experience of using Excel and Power BI or other equivalent data analysis tools. Experience of working with large investment programmes or similar. Planning and organising (competency level 3) - thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Problem solving (competency level 3) - analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions. Communicating and influencing (competency level 2) - presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.
Mar 19, 2024
Full time
The Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor's plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities. Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor's housing investment and grant programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration. About the team The Operational Policy and Performance Team is part of the Investment and Operations Unit in the Housing and Land directorate, led by Rachael Hickman as Assistant Director Investment and Operations. Operational Policy and Performance works across the full breadth of Housing and Land's work. It is a truly collaborative, multi-disciplinary team working with our delivery teams, programmes teams and policy team to support and enable everyone in the directorate to deliver effectively, consistently and within our GLA governance procedures. Key areas of responsibility for the team include: Directorate and corporate-level management and reporting of: budget (annual budget: circa £116m revenue and £1.5bn capital), strategic risk, and performance. Translating policy into delivery by creating and enabling the appropriate processes and contracting including overseeing the establishment of processes for assessing and tracking compliance against funding criteria and ensuring consistency of application of criteria across multiple funding streams and in contracts. Oversight of the directorate information and records management processes. Oversight and management of the business requirements for the GLA's bespoke grant and project management system (OPS). Co-ordination of cross-directorate corporate activity such as tracking of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Action Plans, corporate apprentice programmes etc. It is a really exciting time to join this team as we are growing in capacity and remit, picking up a large part of the directorate and corporate coordination and programme management. There is a significant amount of change happening in the GLA generally, and this team will be at the forefront of leading and embedding that change. About the role This is a newly created role in the Operational Policy and Performance Team and reports to the newly created role of the Senior Programme Co-ordinator. We are looking for someone who combines excellent data analysis and manipulation with strong reporting, communicating and influencing skills. Housing and Land delivers a wide range of projects and programmes including: the £4bn Affordable Homes Programme, a c.£700m recoverable investment portfolio, a 635 hectare land and property portfolio and London's cladding remediation funding programmes. We also oversee a number of specialist and supported housing funds, and rough sleeping funds and services. Your role is to support the Senior Programme Co-ordinator in the delivery of coherent and consistent budget, risk and performance management of these at a directorate level. You will also support and lead elements of the co-ordination of corporate GLA activities that need to be embedded and delivered across the directorate. Examples of these include co-ordination and tracking of our Directorate EDI Action Plan, or tracking of our Learning and Development spend. The GLA is currently reviewing our approach to grant making and programme management and it is anticipated that this role will provide input from Housing and Land's into that workstream to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. What your day will look like No two days are the same, but will include: Leading on all aspects of monitoring, reporting and programme management including risk management, of the directorate's housing and land programmes. Producing management reports for internal and external boards, working groups or stakeholders to manage and monitor directorate budgets, performance, forecasts and risk analysis against delivery. Assisting in modelling and creating investment programmes in line with the Mayor's Housing Strategy and future policy direction. Co-ordinating information and analysis to enable effective contract management on existing and new programmes with investment partners. Managing the monitoring and reporting of spend, receipts, outputs, outcomes and impact achievements of the directorate's programmes to Directorate Management Team and other corporate teams. Leading on the development of policy, programmes, bespoke reports and tools to support delivery and advanced use of data analysis tools (such as Power BI, Excel etc) to an advanced level to produce reports and systems that will assist staff to meet targets. Ensuring records of land and property assets are maintained and annual valuation operations are carried out in line with guidance and to time. Inputting into corporate grant and programme management workstreams to ensure the outcomes continue to work for the directorate to enable us to build on our exceptional grant delivery and programme management to date. Staff at the GLA are working in our offices 2-3 days per week and GLA leaders need to be accessible and visible to their teams. A good balance of time spent working remotely, in the office together with colleagues and with partners across London is an important aspect of the role. We promote flexible approaches to working and try to ensure an inclusive and supportive environment that enables our staff to be successful. This may include reasonable adjustments or other flexibilities around working hours and locations. Skills, knowledge and experience To be considered for the role you must meet the following essential criteria: Proficient in the use of IT systems including advanced experience of using Excel and Power BI or other equivalent data analysis tools. Experience of working with large investment programmes or similar. Planning and organising (competency level 3) - thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time and to a high standard. Problem solving (competency level 3) - analysing and interpreting situations from a variety of viewpoints and finding creative, workable and timely solutions. Communicating and influencing (competency level 2) - presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate, and engage with us.
Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience (Soft Services) (010579) Head of Workplace Experience (Soft Services) - ( 010579 ) Primary Location Primary Location UK-ENG-London Other Locations Other Locations UK-ENG-Leeds Job Job Property Procurement and Security Organisation Organisation 130010 - PROPERTY DIVISION Job Posting Job Posting 15-Mar-2024, 1:50:06 PM The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 plus people are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. The Property, Procurement and Security Division's (PPSD) mission is to maintain, enhance and protect the Bank's environment and to provide excellent services for Bank staff. In addition to maintaining and securing the Bank premises , PPSD has responsibility for delivering a c£11mn property investment portfolio, business continuity, health & safety, events, facilities (switchboard, help desk and reception), catering, cleaning, post and travel whilst ensuring value for money is achieved in all Bank wide procurements. PPSD ensures that the infrastructures required to support the Bank's critical functions are maintained and enhanced. Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience (Soft Services) The aim of the Central Services Directorate is to create and maintain an effective, efficient, and resilient workplace experience across the Bank of England, embracing new ways of working in safe and secure ways. Within Central Services, our Property Division is responsible for the Bank's entire property estate, including our facilities and maintenance operations, covering all our sites across the UK. The Head of Workplace Experience is a critical and exciting role, with full responsibility for actively managing the Bank's property portfolio and the delivery of soft services throughout the UK Central Bank. This includes our landmark, Grade I Listed, Threadneedle Street site, and nearby Moorgate offices, as well as our sites across the UK including Essex, Leeds, and smaller hub locations, ensuring the Bank connects with, and represent the people from across the country . This is an opportunity to lead a team of 45 FTE, as the Head of Workplace Experience & Estates, driving excellence in customer experience and continuous improvement to maximise the benefits of smarter working within a hybrid environment. The role requires creativity and a vision of where the future workplace needs to go, and the determination and drive to take it there. The successful candidate will need to be highly experienced and a confident negotiator, with a proven track-record of achieving value for money and managing supplier relationships. You will care deeply about your role in achieving carbon savings and maintaining prestigious premises which are home to the Bank's critical national infrastructure and UK Gold Reserves, as well as our 5,000 colleagues. As Head of Workplace Experience & Estates Management, you will ensure that the Bank's portfolio is being managed efficiently and soft services delivered throughout the Estate at the highest standard. These aspects play a key role in the Bank's Employee Value Proposition. With ownership for Estates Management, the role further ensures that our portfolio of properties align to business requirements and remain fit for purpose, both now and looking to the future. This includes driving improvements to maximise the benefits of smart working within a new hybrid environment, incorporating the Property sustainability agenda, and developing workplace policy, compliance, and design. This is an essential role that is vital to our continuous operation and futureproofing National Critical Infrastructure. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Focus - develop, promote, and deliver the Bank's Property strategy, supporting the Director of Property in providing strategic direction for the delivery model for all Soft FM Services and Estates Management related activities, and provide strategic direction for the supporting teams. Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management - own end-to-end service delivery of Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management and deliver an effective space management solution - including oversight of events set-up and the management of facilities such as reception and Helpdesk. Strategic Portfolio Management - set robust business cases to support recommendations and benefits towards the Property Strategy and ensure the delivery of Soft FM and Estates Management that meet the requirements of the Bank's business operations, optimising from a cost and Value for Money perspective, driving innovation, and maximising flexibility, smarter working and leveraging market opportunities. Finance - own Soft Services and Estates Management budget, leading robust cost management, managing and implementing capital investment plans and supporting the Director of Property (in collaboration with Head of Infrastructure) in Estates-wide strategic budget planning and allocations. Stakeholder Relationships -work with colleagues across the Central Operations Directorate to drive the development of Soft Services and Estates Management-specific policy and implementation plans and advise, steer and quality-assure all matters related to Soft Services and Estates Management. People Development - build and manage multi-disciplinary Soft Services and Estates Management teams, providing a development path, training and the development of technical expertise and work with the Director of Property to support joined up training, development, and succession planning activities across the whole of the Property function. Policy, Process, and Improvement -support the Director of Property with risk mitigation and build and implement a portfolio planning framework, processes, systems, reporting and data to drive focussed decision making and continuous improvement and drive a fully compliant approach to a safe working. Thought Leadership - provide expertise, thought leadership and authoritative advice across the whole Estate and implement environmental solutions across a complex portfolio. No. of direct reports - c. 3-4 Role Requirements Strong working background in workplace strategy, design, policy, project and programme management, space utilisation planning and change management preferably in historic or Listed buildings, with experience in smart buildings and how to implement smart building design. Superior customer service delivery demonstrating a constant drive for excellence in all aspects of soft service delivery, as measured through user feedback, improvements, and financially sound decisions . Proven expertise in managing complex estates and delivering superior customer service through events, reception facilities, helpdesk etc ., considering sustainability and Greening Government practices, implementing them within all property-related decisions. Proven expertise and track record in gaining trust of senior stakeholders in complex or high-risk property matters and managing potentially conflicting views. Well-developed inclusive leadership skills and dedication to developing your team. Demonstrable understanding of property function strategy and business planning, including current and future capability and capacity requirements, around topics such as Levelling Up and Net Zero. Experience in technology and innovation demonstrating the ability to apply a risk-based, research focussed approach to developing and testing new technology and practices, with experience in analytical decision making, converting data into strategic insight, applying this to all projects and property related decisions. Expertise in health & safety, compliance and inclusion providing robust professional advice to protect the Bank from any property related legal, financial, or H&S risk around building legislations, regulations and working procedures. Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors certified or equivalent. Post graduate qualification or equivalent in Property Management/Facilities management or applicable degree. You should not be put off from applying if you do not meet or do not have all of these criteria - we would actively encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be effective in this role. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns . click apply for full job details
Mar 18, 2024
Full time
Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience (Soft Services) (010579) Head of Workplace Experience (Soft Services) - ( 010579 ) Primary Location Primary Location UK-ENG-London Other Locations Other Locations UK-ENG-Leeds Job Job Property Procurement and Security Organisation Organisation 130010 - PROPERTY DIVISION Job Posting Job Posting 15-Mar-2024, 1:50:06 PM The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 plus people are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. The Property, Procurement and Security Division's (PPSD) mission is to maintain, enhance and protect the Bank's environment and to provide excellent services for Bank staff. In addition to maintaining and securing the Bank premises , PPSD has responsibility for delivering a c£11mn property investment portfolio, business continuity, health & safety, events, facilities (switchboard, help desk and reception), catering, cleaning, post and travel whilst ensuring value for money is achieved in all Bank wide procurements. PPSD ensures that the infrastructures required to support the Bank's critical functions are maintained and enhanced. Job Description - Head of Workplace Experience (Soft Services) The aim of the Central Services Directorate is to create and maintain an effective, efficient, and resilient workplace experience across the Bank of England, embracing new ways of working in safe and secure ways. Within Central Services, our Property Division is responsible for the Bank's entire property estate, including our facilities and maintenance operations, covering all our sites across the UK. The Head of Workplace Experience is a critical and exciting role, with full responsibility for actively managing the Bank's property portfolio and the delivery of soft services throughout the UK Central Bank. This includes our landmark, Grade I Listed, Threadneedle Street site, and nearby Moorgate offices, as well as our sites across the UK including Essex, Leeds, and smaller hub locations, ensuring the Bank connects with, and represent the people from across the country . This is an opportunity to lead a team of 45 FTE, as the Head of Workplace Experience & Estates, driving excellence in customer experience and continuous improvement to maximise the benefits of smarter working within a hybrid environment. The role requires creativity and a vision of where the future workplace needs to go, and the determination and drive to take it there. The successful candidate will need to be highly experienced and a confident negotiator, with a proven track-record of achieving value for money and managing supplier relationships. You will care deeply about your role in achieving carbon savings and maintaining prestigious premises which are home to the Bank's critical national infrastructure and UK Gold Reserves, as well as our 5,000 colleagues. As Head of Workplace Experience & Estates Management, you will ensure that the Bank's portfolio is being managed efficiently and soft services delivered throughout the Estate at the highest standard. These aspects play a key role in the Bank's Employee Value Proposition. With ownership for Estates Management, the role further ensures that our portfolio of properties align to business requirements and remain fit for purpose, both now and looking to the future. This includes driving improvements to maximise the benefits of smart working within a new hybrid environment, incorporating the Property sustainability agenda, and developing workplace policy, compliance, and design. This is an essential role that is vital to our continuous operation and futureproofing National Critical Infrastructure. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Focus - develop, promote, and deliver the Bank's Property strategy, supporting the Director of Property in providing strategic direction for the delivery model for all Soft FM Services and Estates Management related activities, and provide strategic direction for the supporting teams. Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management - own end-to-end service delivery of Soft Services, Workplace and Estates Management and deliver an effective space management solution - including oversight of events set-up and the management of facilities such as reception and Helpdesk. Strategic Portfolio Management - set robust business cases to support recommendations and benefits towards the Property Strategy and ensure the delivery of Soft FM and Estates Management that meet the requirements of the Bank's business operations, optimising from a cost and Value for Money perspective, driving innovation, and maximising flexibility, smarter working and leveraging market opportunities. Finance - own Soft Services and Estates Management budget, leading robust cost management, managing and implementing capital investment plans and supporting the Director of Property (in collaboration with Head of Infrastructure) in Estates-wide strategic budget planning and allocations. Stakeholder Relationships -work with colleagues across the Central Operations Directorate to drive the development of Soft Services and Estates Management-specific policy and implementation plans and advise, steer and quality-assure all matters related to Soft Services and Estates Management. People Development - build and manage multi-disciplinary Soft Services and Estates Management teams, providing a development path, training and the development of technical expertise and work with the Director of Property to support joined up training, development, and succession planning activities across the whole of the Property function. Policy, Process, and Improvement -support the Director of Property with risk mitigation and build and implement a portfolio planning framework, processes, systems, reporting and data to drive focussed decision making and continuous improvement and drive a fully compliant approach to a safe working. Thought Leadership - provide expertise, thought leadership and authoritative advice across the whole Estate and implement environmental solutions across a complex portfolio. No. of direct reports - c. 3-4 Role Requirements Strong working background in workplace strategy, design, policy, project and programme management, space utilisation planning and change management preferably in historic or Listed buildings, with experience in smart buildings and how to implement smart building design. Superior customer service delivery demonstrating a constant drive for excellence in all aspects of soft service delivery, as measured through user feedback, improvements, and financially sound decisions . Proven expertise in managing complex estates and delivering superior customer service through events, reception facilities, helpdesk etc ., considering sustainability and Greening Government practices, implementing them within all property-related decisions. Proven expertise and track record in gaining trust of senior stakeholders in complex or high-risk property matters and managing potentially conflicting views. Well-developed inclusive leadership skills and dedication to developing your team. Demonstrable understanding of property function strategy and business planning, including current and future capability and capacity requirements, around topics such as Levelling Up and Net Zero. Experience in technology and innovation demonstrating the ability to apply a risk-based, research focussed approach to developing and testing new technology and practices, with experience in analytical decision making, converting data into strategic insight, applying this to all projects and property related decisions. Expertise in health & safety, compliance and inclusion providing robust professional advice to protect the Bank from any property related legal, financial, or H&S risk around building legislations, regulations and working procedures. Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors certified or equivalent. Post graduate qualification or equivalent in Property Management/Facilities management or applicable degree. You should not be put off from applying if you do not meet or do not have all of these criteria - we would actively encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be effective in this role. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns . click apply for full job details
Job Description - Head of Infrastructure (Hard Services) (010582) Head of Infrastructure (Hard Services) - ( 010582 ) Primary Location Primary Location UK-ENG-London Other Locations Other Locations UK-ENG-Leeds Job Job Property Procurement and Security Organisation Organisation 130010 - PROPERTY DIVISION Job Posting Job Posting 15-Mar-2024, 1:50:36 PM The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 plus people are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. The Property, Procurement and Security Division's (PPSD) mission is to maintain, enhance and protect the Bank's environment and to provide excellent services for Bank staff. In addition to maintaining and securing the Bank premises , PPSD has responsibility for delivering a c£11mn property investment portfolio, business continuity, health & safety, events, facilities (switchboard, help desk and reception), catering, cleaning, post and travel whilst ensuring value for money is achieved in all Bank wide procurements. Job Description - Head of Infrastructure (Hard Services) The aim of the Central Services Directorate is to create and maintain an effective, efficient, and resilient workplace experience across the Bank of England, embracing new ways of working in safe and secure ways. Within Central Services, our Property Division is responsible for the Bank's entire property estate, including our facilities and maintenance operations, covering all our sites across the UK. The Head of Infrastructure role is a critical and exciting one, with full responsibility for ensuring the consistent delivery of all Hard Facilities Management (FM) Services within the Bank of England are continuously met throughout its property portfolio. This includes our landmark, Grade I Listed, Threadneedle Street site, and nearby Moorgate offices, as well as our sites across the UK including Essex, Leeds, and smaller hub locations, ensuring we connect with, and represent the people from across the country. This is an opportunity to lead a team of 50 FTE, as the Head of Infrastructure that will ensure all our premises and facilities remain fit for purpose, both now and looking to the future. This includes work on crucial obsolescence projects and critical strategic enhancements of our premises as we embed the Bank's hybrid working model and look to meet our ambition to expand more widely across the UK, in our pursuit of a Bank that best represents the people that we serve. The successful candidate will need to be highly experienced in engineering and asset management, with a proven track-record of achieving value for money, managing supplier relationships and successful project management. You will care deeply about your role in achieving carbon savings and maintaining prestigious premises which are home to the Bank's critical national infrastructure and UK Gold Reserves, as well as our 5,000 colleagues. As Head of Infrastructure, you will drive a culture of service excellence through continuous improvements and commercially sound decisions relating to all aspects of Hard FM Services by delivering superior services to meet customer needs, while balancing the delivery of the Strategic Asset Management Plan to support business objectives, the forward-looking view of the Bank, and smarter working standards. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Focus - develop, promote, and deliver the Bank's Property strategy, supporting the Director of Property in providing strategic direction for the delivery model for all Hard FM and Projects related services and providing strategic direction for the supporting teams. Hard Services Facilities Management - responsible for the end-to-end service delivery of Hard Services & Projects and full control of asset maintenance and operations, ensuring they are running at optimum levels in line with best practice. Strategic Portfolio and Project Management - set robust business cases to support recommendations towards the Property Strategy and ensure the Bank's business operations are optimised from a cost and Value for Money perspective, driving innovation, and leveraging market opportunities - additionally, own and oversee all Property-related project management activities throughout the entire project lifecycle. Finance - own the Hard Services and Projects budget, leading robust cost management across Hard Services and Projects, managing, and implementing capital investment plans and supporting the Director of Property (in collaboration with Head of Workplace Experience) in Property-wide strategic budget planning and allocations. Stakeholder Relationships - work with colleagues across the Central Operations Directorate to drive the development of Hard Services and Projects-specific policy and implementation plans and advise, steer, and assure all matters related to Hard Services and Projects. People Development - build and manage multi-disciplinary Hard Services and Projects teams, providing a development path, training and the development of technical expertise and work with the Director of Property to support joined up training, development, and succession planning activities across the whole of the Property function. Policy, Process, and Improvement - support the Director of Property with risk mitigation and building and implementing a portfolio planning framework, processes, systems, reporting and data to drive focussed decision making and continuous improvement and ensure assets and services are managed in accordance with regulatory and legislative compliance, Bank policy and best practice. Thought Leadership - provide expertise, thought leadership and authoritative advice across the whole engineering project lifecycle and implement environmental solutions across a complex portfolio. Number of direct reports: c. 3-4 Role Requirements Significant expertise as a property professional specialist expertise in engineering, asset management, operational service and historic or Listed buildings, with experience in smart buildings and how to implement smart building design. Superior customer service delivery demonstrating a constant drive for excellence in all aspects of operational service delivery, as measured through user feedback, improvements, and financially sound decisions. Full membership of one of the following Chartered Engineering Institutions; IET, CIBSE or IMech. Professional status of IEng or CEng. NEBOSH Certificate qualified in safety management. Proven expertise in and knowledge of the key functions of complex Mechanical and/or Electrical Systems and its operation (ideally through experience in planning and delivery of work associated with major plant and equipment), considering sustainability and Greening Government practices, implementing them within all property-related decisions . Proven expertise and track record in gaining trust of senior stakeholders in complex or high-risk property matters and managing potentially conflicting views. Well-developed inclusive leadership skills and dedication to developing your team. Demonstrable understanding of property function strategy and business planning, including current and future capability and capacity requirements, around topics such as Levelling Up and Net Zero. Experience in technology and innovation demonstrating the ability to apply a risk-based, research focussed approach to developing and testing new technology and practices, with experience in analytical decision making, converting data into strategic insight, applying this to all projects and property related decisions. Expertise in health & safety, compliance and inclusion providing robust professional advice to protect the Bank from any property related legal, financial, or H&S risk around building legislations, regulations and working procedures. Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors certified or equivalent. Degree or equivalent in management qualification and property management experience. Degree or equivalent in Engineering. You should not be put off from applying if you do not meet or do not have all of these criteria - we would actively encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be effective in this role. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns . click apply for full job details
Mar 17, 2024
Full time
Job Description - Head of Infrastructure (Hard Services) (010582) Head of Infrastructure (Hard Services) - ( 010582 ) Primary Location Primary Location UK-ENG-London Other Locations Other Locations UK-ENG-Leeds Job Job Property Procurement and Security Organisation Organisation 130010 - PROPERTY DIVISION Job Posting Job Posting 15-Mar-2024, 1:50:36 PM The Bank of England is the UK's central bank. Our mission is to deliver monetary and financial stability for the British people. The Bank of England is a diverse organisation. Each of its 4,000 plus people are committed to public service and dedicated to promoting the good of the people of the United Kingdom by maintaining monetary and financial stability. The Property, Procurement and Security Division's (PPSD) mission is to maintain, enhance and protect the Bank's environment and to provide excellent services for Bank staff. In addition to maintaining and securing the Bank premises , PPSD has responsibility for delivering a c£11mn property investment portfolio, business continuity, health & safety, events, facilities (switchboard, help desk and reception), catering, cleaning, post and travel whilst ensuring value for money is achieved in all Bank wide procurements. Job Description - Head of Infrastructure (Hard Services) The aim of the Central Services Directorate is to create and maintain an effective, efficient, and resilient workplace experience across the Bank of England, embracing new ways of working in safe and secure ways. Within Central Services, our Property Division is responsible for the Bank's entire property estate, including our facilities and maintenance operations, covering all our sites across the UK. The Head of Infrastructure role is a critical and exciting one, with full responsibility for ensuring the consistent delivery of all Hard Facilities Management (FM) Services within the Bank of England are continuously met throughout its property portfolio. This includes our landmark, Grade I Listed, Threadneedle Street site, and nearby Moorgate offices, as well as our sites across the UK including Essex, Leeds, and smaller hub locations, ensuring we connect with, and represent the people from across the country. This is an opportunity to lead a team of 50 FTE, as the Head of Infrastructure that will ensure all our premises and facilities remain fit for purpose, both now and looking to the future. This includes work on crucial obsolescence projects and critical strategic enhancements of our premises as we embed the Bank's hybrid working model and look to meet our ambition to expand more widely across the UK, in our pursuit of a Bank that best represents the people that we serve. The successful candidate will need to be highly experienced in engineering and asset management, with a proven track-record of achieving value for money, managing supplier relationships and successful project management. You will care deeply about your role in achieving carbon savings and maintaining prestigious premises which are home to the Bank's critical national infrastructure and UK Gold Reserves, as well as our 5,000 colleagues. As Head of Infrastructure, you will drive a culture of service excellence through continuous improvements and commercially sound decisions relating to all aspects of Hard FM Services by delivering superior services to meet customer needs, while balancing the delivery of the Strategic Asset Management Plan to support business objectives, the forward-looking view of the Bank, and smarter working standards. Key responsibilities include: Strategic Focus - develop, promote, and deliver the Bank's Property strategy, supporting the Director of Property in providing strategic direction for the delivery model for all Hard FM and Projects related services and providing strategic direction for the supporting teams. Hard Services Facilities Management - responsible for the end-to-end service delivery of Hard Services & Projects and full control of asset maintenance and operations, ensuring they are running at optimum levels in line with best practice. Strategic Portfolio and Project Management - set robust business cases to support recommendations towards the Property Strategy and ensure the Bank's business operations are optimised from a cost and Value for Money perspective, driving innovation, and leveraging market opportunities - additionally, own and oversee all Property-related project management activities throughout the entire project lifecycle. Finance - own the Hard Services and Projects budget, leading robust cost management across Hard Services and Projects, managing, and implementing capital investment plans and supporting the Director of Property (in collaboration with Head of Workplace Experience) in Property-wide strategic budget planning and allocations. Stakeholder Relationships - work with colleagues across the Central Operations Directorate to drive the development of Hard Services and Projects-specific policy and implementation plans and advise, steer, and assure all matters related to Hard Services and Projects. People Development - build and manage multi-disciplinary Hard Services and Projects teams, providing a development path, training and the development of technical expertise and work with the Director of Property to support joined up training, development, and succession planning activities across the whole of the Property function. Policy, Process, and Improvement - support the Director of Property with risk mitigation and building and implementing a portfolio planning framework, processes, systems, reporting and data to drive focussed decision making and continuous improvement and ensure assets and services are managed in accordance with regulatory and legislative compliance, Bank policy and best practice. Thought Leadership - provide expertise, thought leadership and authoritative advice across the whole engineering project lifecycle and implement environmental solutions across a complex portfolio. Number of direct reports: c. 3-4 Role Requirements Significant expertise as a property professional specialist expertise in engineering, asset management, operational service and historic or Listed buildings, with experience in smart buildings and how to implement smart building design. Superior customer service delivery demonstrating a constant drive for excellence in all aspects of operational service delivery, as measured through user feedback, improvements, and financially sound decisions. Full membership of one of the following Chartered Engineering Institutions; IET, CIBSE or IMech. Professional status of IEng or CEng. NEBOSH Certificate qualified in safety management. Proven expertise in and knowledge of the key functions of complex Mechanical and/or Electrical Systems and its operation (ideally through experience in planning and delivery of work associated with major plant and equipment), considering sustainability and Greening Government practices, implementing them within all property-related decisions . Proven expertise and track record in gaining trust of senior stakeholders in complex or high-risk property matters and managing potentially conflicting views. Well-developed inclusive leadership skills and dedication to developing your team. Demonstrable understanding of property function strategy and business planning, including current and future capability and capacity requirements, around topics such as Levelling Up and Net Zero. Experience in technology and innovation demonstrating the ability to apply a risk-based, research focussed approach to developing and testing new technology and practices, with experience in analytical decision making, converting data into strategic insight, applying this to all projects and property related decisions. Expertise in health & safety, compliance and inclusion providing robust professional advice to protect the Bank from any property related legal, financial, or H&S risk around building legislations, regulations and working procedures. Member of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors certified or equivalent. Degree or equivalent in management qualification and property management experience. Degree or equivalent in Engineering. You should not be put off from applying if you do not meet or do not have all of these criteria - we would actively encourage you to get in touch to discuss what support you might need to close any gaps and/or any other skills you might have which you think could be effective in this role. Our Approach to Inclusion The Bank values diversity, equity and inclusion. We play a key role in maintaining monetary and financial stability, and to do that effectively, we believe we need a workforce that reflects the society we serve. At the Bank of England we want all colleagues to feel valued and respected, so we're working hard to build an inclusive culture which supports people from all backgrounds and communities to be at their best at work. We celebrate all forms of diversity, including (but not limited to) age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation and socioeconomic status. We believe that it's by drawing on different perspectives and experiences that we'll continue to make the best decisions for the public. We welcome applications from individuals who work flexibly, including job shares and part time working patterns . click apply for full job details
Head of Property & Casualty (London Market) Salary Highly Competitive Location London This is a Permanent , Full Time vacancy that will close in x days at xx:xx BST . The Vacancy We have an exceptional opportunity for an individual to take on a role within our award-winning Insurance & Financial Services practice. The role will be primarily focussed on expanding our growth on the non-Life side, including the Lloyd's Market. Alongside this there are opportunities to get involved in a diverse range of projects on the Life and Investments side. Core to our requirements is the ability to generate proposition ideas and successfully bring the solutions to the current client base and attract new clients. It is also essential that the individual is energised by working on a project basis and across a number of areas. What will your role look like? Identifying and developing consultancy opportunities with new and existing clients Building a strong network of contacts in the non-life sector, developing and maintaining a good relationship with nominated clients Providing high quality support to insurance and reinsurance clients both in the UK and globally, either on a consulting basis or via secondment to the client, delivering projects on time and within budget Collaborating across the business, particularly with our investment specialists in the firm, to deliver on cross-practice projects Helping to promote our insurance offerings to a wider audience, which includes conference speaking and writing articles Developing and shaping new investment propositions to take to our clients and prospects The Candidate Significant non-Life experience, ideally in the Lloyds Market, with experience in reserving, capital and/or pricing, whether from an 'in-house' or consulting background Understanding of investments and climate risk and their implications for insurers would be beneficial Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering quality work on schedule Confident, competent checker who can develop into peer reviewer, with appreciation for the importance of audit trail and controls Excellent consulting skills and proven record of achievement and delivery Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to establish rapport with colleagues Ability to develop a strong network of contacts in the non-life insurance sector Ability to both generate proposition ideas and successfully bring solutions to the current client base Ability to mentor and coach others and successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues Willing and able to travel where necessary, for example, to client meetings, networking opportunities and into their designated Hymans Robertson office as part of our hybrid working model Qualifications and Experience Strategic business acumen and knowledge of risks facing the insurance industry, which will have been acquired in an 'in-house' or consultancy role Good knowledge of the requirements of Solvency II and familiarity with the relevant parts of the PRA and FCA handbooks Appreciation of risk management frameworks typically used by insurance businesses Sound grounding in actuarial techniques and strong IT skills Dependent on experience, but candidates are likely to be qualified UK actuaries with proven, relevant post-qualification experience Proven commitment to continuous professional development- their own and others' We are continually working to improve our inclusive culture and employ diverse talent. We therefore welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, which includes but isn't limited to: age, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, marital or civil partnership status, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. About Us Together, we've been building better futures for over 100 years. For our people, our clients and their people, our communities and the environment. We thrive on tackling complex problems. And we believe those problems are best solved by diverse teams - diverse in skills, approaches and backgrounds. Our independence lets our people be themselves and think freely, while working in a collaborative, supportive environment. We love innovative, independent thinking and want everyone to share their ideas. Working alongside employers, trustees and financial services institutions, we offer pensions, investments, benefits and risk consulting services, as well as data and technology solutions. With over 1000 employees and counting, we're one of the leading consultancies in our field and are proud to be recognised by numerous industry awards. We're committed to developing our people and encourage everyone to carve out their own career path. We've many colleagues who started out in one team in the business and have ended up somewhere completely different, having had the chance to develop new skills and explore new passions. We are continually working to improve our inclusive culture and employ diverse talent. We therefore welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, which includes but isn't limited to: age, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, marital or civil partnership status, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. Our hybrid working model offers the best of both worlds - home working as well as a fun, collaborative office environment - meaning flexible working patterns to accommodate individual needs. Find out more about our careers here . If you need any assistance in relation to a personal requirement, medical condition or neurological difference during our selection process then please let us know. Together, we can make this the best job you'll ever have. We Offer Our culture We live and breathe our four values - friendly, confident, partnering and straightforward - and genuinely care about out people, clients, community and the environment. Job satisfaction Every employee can genuinely make a difference and contribute towards achieving our purpose - together, building better futures. Whether that's helping our clients build more secure financial futures, using your 3 days volunteering or helping us reduce our carbon footprint. Reward and wellbeing We offer competitive salaries, a share of company profits and an award-winning benefits package. We also take your mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing seriously, both in and outside of work. Flexible working We trust our people to work in a pattern that suits their circumstances with a healthy balance of home and office working. Latest technology We use the most up-to-date technology and software to match our ground-breaking business solutions that make life easier for us and our clients. Career development There is no linear path - learning opportunities are plentiful and empower you to carve out your own career.
Mar 04, 2024
Full time
Head of Property & Casualty (London Market) Salary Highly Competitive Location London This is a Permanent , Full Time vacancy that will close in x days at xx:xx BST . The Vacancy We have an exceptional opportunity for an individual to take on a role within our award-winning Insurance & Financial Services practice. The role will be primarily focussed on expanding our growth on the non-Life side, including the Lloyd's Market. Alongside this there are opportunities to get involved in a diverse range of projects on the Life and Investments side. Core to our requirements is the ability to generate proposition ideas and successfully bring the solutions to the current client base and attract new clients. It is also essential that the individual is energised by working on a project basis and across a number of areas. What will your role look like? Identifying and developing consultancy opportunities with new and existing clients Building a strong network of contacts in the non-life sector, developing and maintaining a good relationship with nominated clients Providing high quality support to insurance and reinsurance clients both in the UK and globally, either on a consulting basis or via secondment to the client, delivering projects on time and within budget Collaborating across the business, particularly with our investment specialists in the firm, to deliver on cross-practice projects Helping to promote our insurance offerings to a wider audience, which includes conference speaking and writing articles Developing and shaping new investment propositions to take to our clients and prospects The Candidate Significant non-Life experience, ideally in the Lloyds Market, with experience in reserving, capital and/or pricing, whether from an 'in-house' or consulting background Understanding of investments and climate risk and their implications for insurers would be beneficial Experience of planning projects and track record of delivering quality work on schedule Confident, competent checker who can develop into peer reviewer, with appreciation for the importance of audit trail and controls Excellent consulting skills and proven record of achievement and delivery Flexible in approach and comfortable with working in a changing environment Proven ability to manage multiple and sometimes conflicting demands Strong personal values, including a commitment to professional and ethical behaviour Collegiate worker with high emotional intelligence, able to establish rapport with colleagues Ability to develop a strong network of contacts in the non-life insurance sector Ability to both generate proposition ideas and successfully bring solutions to the current client base Ability to mentor and coach others and successfully delegate to less experienced colleagues Willing and able to travel where necessary, for example, to client meetings, networking opportunities and into their designated Hymans Robertson office as part of our hybrid working model Qualifications and Experience Strategic business acumen and knowledge of risks facing the insurance industry, which will have been acquired in an 'in-house' or consultancy role Good knowledge of the requirements of Solvency II and familiarity with the relevant parts of the PRA and FCA handbooks Appreciation of risk management frameworks typically used by insurance businesses Sound grounding in actuarial techniques and strong IT skills Dependent on experience, but candidates are likely to be qualified UK actuaries with proven, relevant post-qualification experience Proven commitment to continuous professional development- their own and others' We are continually working to improve our inclusive culture and employ diverse talent. We therefore welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, which includes but isn't limited to: age, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, marital or civil partnership status, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. About Us Together, we've been building better futures for over 100 years. For our people, our clients and their people, our communities and the environment. We thrive on tackling complex problems. And we believe those problems are best solved by diverse teams - diverse in skills, approaches and backgrounds. Our independence lets our people be themselves and think freely, while working in a collaborative, supportive environment. We love innovative, independent thinking and want everyone to share their ideas. Working alongside employers, trustees and financial services institutions, we offer pensions, investments, benefits and risk consulting services, as well as data and technology solutions. With over 1000 employees and counting, we're one of the leading consultancies in our field and are proud to be recognised by numerous industry awards. We're committed to developing our people and encourage everyone to carve out their own career path. We've many colleagues who started out in one team in the business and have ended up somewhere completely different, having had the chance to develop new skills and explore new passions. We are continually working to improve our inclusive culture and employ diverse talent. We therefore welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, which includes but isn't limited to: age, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, marital or civil partnership status, neurodiversity, religion, sexual orientation, and socio-economic background. Our hybrid working model offers the best of both worlds - home working as well as a fun, collaborative office environment - meaning flexible working patterns to accommodate individual needs. Find out more about our careers here . If you need any assistance in relation to a personal requirement, medical condition or neurological difference during our selection process then please let us know. Together, we can make this the best job you'll ever have. We Offer Our culture We live and breathe our four values - friendly, confident, partnering and straightforward - and genuinely care about out people, clients, community and the environment. Job satisfaction Every employee can genuinely make a difference and contribute towards achieving our purpose - together, building better futures. Whether that's helping our clients build more secure financial futures, using your 3 days volunteering or helping us reduce our carbon footprint. Reward and wellbeing We offer competitive salaries, a share of company profits and an award-winning benefits package. We also take your mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing seriously, both in and outside of work. Flexible working We trust our people to work in a pattern that suits their circumstances with a healthy balance of home and office working. Latest technology We use the most up-to-date technology and software to match our ground-breaking business solutions that make life easier for us and our clients. Career development There is no linear path - learning opportunities are plentiful and empower you to carve out your own career.