The Management Recruitment Group

Shape the future of family support through strategic estates leadership. Ronald McDonald House Charities UK provides vital support to families with a child in hospital, helping them navigate the practical and emotional challenges of their healthcare journey. In partnership with NHS hospitals nationwide, we accommodate over 8,000 families annually across our 14 Houses with 530 ensuite rooms, enabling parents and carers to stay close to their seriously ill or injured child. Reporting to the Director of People and UK Operations, this pivotal newly created role will ensure all estates and construction activities support our operational priorities, regulatory obligations, and strategic ambitions. The post holder will play a central role in creating environments that enable high-quality family support, drive financial efficiency, and champion environmental sustainability in line with our ESG commitments. A key responsibility in the immediate term will be leading the multi-million-pound development of our Alder Hey House, the largest Ronald McDonald House in Europe, serving over 2,000 families annually across eighty-three bedrooms. The Associate Director of Estates will act as the organisational lead and strategic liaison for this and other major capital projects, shaping the future of our presence and impact across the UK. We are seeking an individual with proven estates leadership experience within a comparable diverse and complex portfolio. This would represent an ideal career move for individuals with a strong track record of setting a clear vision and inspiring their team to deliver it. We are seeking a leader who is a collaborative team player and will relish the chance to play an influential role in the advancement of our charitable aims through the effective delivery of estates. We welcome both full-time and part-time applications (3 to 5 days per week). We also consider flexible working arrangements, including a condensed working week. To arrange a briefing discussion please contact our advisors Michael Hewlett or Ben Duffill at MRG. The closing date for applications is Sunday 26th October 2025.