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Location: Dartford (multi-site: Gravesend, Hadlow & Tonbridge) Salary: 70,000 per annum Contract: Full-time, 37 hours per week (52 weeks) Your new company A forward-thinking and highly regarded College group with over 6,000 students across four campuses is seeking an experienced Director of Estates & Risk Management. Rated Ofsted 'Good' with 'Outstanding' learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024), the organisation is committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive education supported by industry-standard facilities. Your new role Reporting to the Deputy Chief Executive, you will provide strategic leadership across Estates, Facilities and Risk Management, ensuring a safe, compliant and high-performing environment for both students and staff. Key responsibilities include: Leading the development and delivery of the College's Estates Strategy Overseeing capital projects, planned maintenance and asset replacement programmes Managing budgets, procurement processes and supplier contracts Driving operational excellence, sustainability and value for money Providing expert advice to senior leadership and the Board on Estates, Health & Safety, Risk Management and statutory compliance Leading on business continuity planning and risk mitigation strategies This is a highly influential role where you will shape long-term infrastructure strategy and improve the overall student and staff experience. What you'll need to succeed Proven senior leadership experience within Estates, Facilities or Property Management Experience delivering complex estates strategies and large-scale capital projects Strong financial and budget management experience In-depth knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, compliance and risk management Experience working in education, public sector or similarly complex environments (desirable) Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills DBS is required What you'll get in return Salary of 70,000 per annum 42 days annual leave + bank holidays Generous pension scheme options Free on-site parking Access to on-site facilities including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops Ongoing CPD and staff discount schemes What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to submit your CV, or contact us for a confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Deputy Director of Estates & Facilities Rate - 675 (A Day) Location - London (Hybrid) Duration - 6 Months (Initially) Ir35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company) Role Purpose To support the strategic and operational leadership of the Estates & Facilities function within a Higher Education environment, while leading a defined transformation programme . The postholder will bring a strong operational background, ensuring continuity of Estates & FM services while driving change initiatives to enhance service delivery, efficiency, compliance, and customer experience. The role will also act as a deputy to the Director of Estates & Facilities , providing leadership across core EFM services when required. Key Responsibilities Transformation Programme Leadership Lead the delivery of a structured Estates & Facilities transformation programme over a 6-month period. Identify opportunities for service optimisation, cost savings, and operational improvements across EFM. Implement change management strategies to support successful adoption across teams. Develop and track KPIs, milestones, and benefits realisation. Engage with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with institutional strategy. Essential Experience Significant experience in Estates & Facilities Management within a complex environment (ideally Higher Education, NHS, or public sector). Demonstrable experience leading operational FM services (hard and soft FM). Proven track record of delivering transformation/change programmes . Experience deputising at a senior level within Estates & Facilities. Strong understanding of statutory compliance and health & safety regulations . Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational delivery. Excellent project and programme management capability. Commercial awareness and financial acumen. Effective communicator with the ability to influence at all levels. Qualifications (Desirable) Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. FM, Engineering, Building Services). Membership of a professional body (e.g. IWFM, RICS, CIOB). Project management qualification (PRINCE2, MSP, or equivalent).