Joshua Robert Recruitment
Towcester, Northamptonshire
About the Company Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and create opportunities. As a trusted adviser, Berrys works with clients across the whole lifecycle of land and property ownership, bringing together insight, technical expertise and sound commercial judgement to help them navigate challenges and make the most of opportunities. Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including rural surveying, valuation, planning, development consultancy, property agency, building surveying and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. This is a senior opportunity for someone who wants to build Berrys' strategic land presence in Towcester, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. The Role Berrys is looking for a commercially minded strategic land professional to lead and grow its strategic land and development consultancy presence from the Towcester office. This is a senior, fee-generating role with a clear commercial mandate from day one. The successful candidate will be expected to create the opportunity. Towcester offers a highly relevant geography for strategic land, with access to landowners, developers, promoters, and professional networks across Northamptonshire and the surrounding area. Berrys provides the brand, established client relationships and multi-disciplinary platform to build from; the right person will read the market, build the right relationships and turn them into instructions. For the right individual, this role also offers a longer-term opportunity to become an important part of the Towcester office's future leadership. Berrys is planning for continued growth and succession, creating scope for the successful candidate to take on wider influence as the role develops. Key Responsibilities Lead Berrys' strategic land and development consultancy presence from the Towcester office, setting its direction and driving its growth Build a pipeline of strategic land instructions, development agency opportunities and related consultancy work Identify, create and convert new business opportunities with landowners, developers, promoters, agents and professional contacts Build and maintain external client relationships alongside Berrys' internal referral network Provide strategic advice to landowners on land promotion, development potential, disposal strategy, planning risk and value creation Work collaboratively with colleagues across rural surveying, valuation, planning, property agency and wider consultancy disciplines Act as the senior figurehead for strategic land within the Towcester office and the wider market Set a clear business plan for growth and shape the long-term development of the strategic land function Candidate Profile An experienced and commercially driven strategic land professional, ready to operate at a senior level: Strong experience in strategic land, development agency, land promotion, rural property consultancy or a closely related field A demonstrable track record of winning work, generating fees and developing client relationships in a consultancy environment A strong understanding of the strategic land process, including promotion strategy, planning risk, valuation drivers and disposal routes Commercially minded, entrepreneurial and comfortable operating with autonomy Confident and credible with landowners, developers, promoters, agents, planners and wider professional stakeholders Able to create and deliver a business plan and be motivated to build and take ownership of it A genuine interest in broader leadership or partnership within a multi-disciplinary practice over time Likely operating at Associate Director, Director, Partner or equivalent level, or ready to make that step; professionally qualified or strongly experienced, with MRICS or equivalent preferred Why Berrys? Real autonomy to lead and build a strategic land presence from a position of strength Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation A valuable regional geography from a land and development perspective The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one Long-term progression and leadership potential within the Towcester office Flexible seniority, with broader leadership and partner-level conversations possible for the right individual 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, professional fees, CPD support and a comprehensive benefits package This vacancy is exclusively managed by Joshua Robert Recruitment. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to Joshua Robert for consideration. INDS
17/08/2026
Full time
About the Company Berrys is a people-focused property business, built on trusted relationships and a commitment to delivering the best outcomes for our clients. Property is what we do, but our clients and our team are at the heart of everything we achieve. Acting as a trusted advisor, we are ready to support at any stage, bringing together expertise and insight to help navigate challenges and create opportunities. As a trusted adviser, Berrys works with clients across the whole lifecycle of land and property ownership, bringing together insight, technical expertise and sound commercial judgement to help them navigate challenges and make the most of opportunities. Working across four offices in the Midlands, we offer a wide range of services including rural surveying, valuation, planning, development consultancy, property agency, building surveying and business consultancy, helping our clients make the very most of their land and property assets. This is a senior opportunity for someone who wants to build Berrys' strategic land presence in Towcester, using the firm's established client base, regional reputation and multi-disciplinary platform as a springboard for growth. The Role Berrys is looking for a commercially minded strategic land professional to lead and grow its strategic land and development consultancy presence from the Towcester office. This is a senior, fee-generating role with a clear commercial mandate from day one. The successful candidate will be expected to create the opportunity. Towcester offers a highly relevant geography for strategic land, with access to landowners, developers, promoters, and professional networks across Northamptonshire and the surrounding area. Berrys provides the brand, established client relationships and multi-disciplinary platform to build from; the right person will read the market, build the right relationships and turn them into instructions. For the right individual, this role also offers a longer-term opportunity to become an important part of the Towcester office's future leadership. Berrys is planning for continued growth and succession, creating scope for the successful candidate to take on wider influence as the role develops. Key Responsibilities Lead Berrys' strategic land and development consultancy presence from the Towcester office, setting its direction and driving its growth Build a pipeline of strategic land instructions, development agency opportunities and related consultancy work Identify, create and convert new business opportunities with landowners, developers, promoters, agents and professional contacts Build and maintain external client relationships alongside Berrys' internal referral network Provide strategic advice to landowners on land promotion, development potential, disposal strategy, planning risk and value creation Work collaboratively with colleagues across rural surveying, valuation, planning, property agency and wider consultancy disciplines Act as the senior figurehead for strategic land within the Towcester office and the wider market Set a clear business plan for growth and shape the long-term development of the strategic land function Candidate Profile An experienced and commercially driven strategic land professional, ready to operate at a senior level: Strong experience in strategic land, development agency, land promotion, rural property consultancy or a closely related field A demonstrable track record of winning work, generating fees and developing client relationships in a consultancy environment A strong understanding of the strategic land process, including promotion strategy, planning risk, valuation drivers and disposal routes Commercially minded, entrepreneurial and comfortable operating with autonomy Confident and credible with landowners, developers, promoters, agents, planners and wider professional stakeholders Able to create and deliver a business plan and be motivated to build and take ownership of it A genuine interest in broader leadership or partnership within a multi-disciplinary practice over time Likely operating at Associate Director, Director, Partner or equivalent level, or ready to make that step; professionally qualified or strongly experienced, with MRICS or equivalent preferred Why Berrys? Real autonomy to lead and build a strategic land presence from a position of strength Immediate access to an established client base and a strong regional reputation A valuable regional geography from a land and development perspective The Berrys multi-disciplinary platform is a genuine competitive advantage for clients A collaborative, flat structure where senior people have genuine influence from day one Long-term progression and leadership potential within the Towcester office Flexible seniority, with broader leadership and partner-level conversations possible for the right individual 35 days holiday, private healthcare, enhanced pension, agile working, professional fees, CPD support and a comprehensive benefits package This vacancy is exclusively managed by Joshua Robert Recruitment. All direct and third-party applications will be forwarded to Joshua Robert for consideration. INDS
Head of FM & Building Safety London £90,000 £110,000 plus bonus, car allowance and share schemes A national UK residential property business is hiring a Head of FM & Building Safety to lead its Facilities Management function across a large, multi-region portfolio spanning Build to Rent, PRS and long-held residential assets. Salary & Total Comp £90,000 £110,000 plus bonus car allowance SAYE, Share Incentive Plan and a deferred bonus scheme. National travel across the portfolio is part of the job. Facilities Management You own the strategy, the operating model and the service standards nationally, leading a dispersed team of FM professionals. FM strategy, operating model and service standards Planned preventative and reactive maintenance Procurement, contract management and supplier performance Utilities, energy management and heat networks Mobilisation of new developments into management Input into annual budget planning and service charges FM is one of the largest areas of operational spend Building & Fire Safety You'll sit on the Operational Board, the Health & Safety Committee and building safety forums, with a Director of Health & Safety alongside you. That role is weighted towards audit and assurance, so the operational residential building safety expertise needs to sit with you. The bit that will decide whether you succeed The technical side of this function works. The teams know their jobs. What the business needs is someone who can change how those teams operate, and the two halves of the estate need opposite things from you. FM currently runs at arm s length from the buildings while other teams are on site every day. Getting FM out of the office, visible in the buildings and working alongside those teams is a stated priority. You'll also lead a mix of projects alongside the day job, regeneration works, ESG initiatives and building improvement programmes. The honest bit: this is a senior, regulator-facing role, but a good chunk of it is grip rather than strategy, and a good chunk of the rest is winning people over. If you want a clean strategic brief with a team that already works the way you want, this isn't it. What they're looking for FM leadership across a large, dispersed portfolio. Residential is the obvious fit BTR, PRS, student or social housing but strong operational environments transfer well. Maintenance and FM providers, hospitality and leisure estates all count. Direct experience of managing Higher Risk Buildings and engaging with the Building Safety Regulator Real ownership of statutory compliance frameworks, inspections, remediation and incident investigation Residential fire safety programmes and FRA management A track record of stabilising an unsettled team, or shifting an established one to a new way of working, this matters as much as the technical background Influencing and relationship-building across teams you don t manage Strategic input into procurement and annual budget planning, working alongside a procurement function A self-starter. The details London preferred;. £90,000 £110,000 plus bonus, car allowance, SAYE, Share Incentive Plan and a deferred bonus scheme. National travel across the portfolio is part of the job. The process runs to three stages, including a presentation.
17/08/2026
Full time
Head of FM & Building Safety London £90,000 £110,000 plus bonus, car allowance and share schemes A national UK residential property business is hiring a Head of FM & Building Safety to lead its Facilities Management function across a large, multi-region portfolio spanning Build to Rent, PRS and long-held residential assets. Salary & Total Comp £90,000 £110,000 plus bonus car allowance SAYE, Share Incentive Plan and a deferred bonus scheme. National travel across the portfolio is part of the job. Facilities Management You own the strategy, the operating model and the service standards nationally, leading a dispersed team of FM professionals. FM strategy, operating model and service standards Planned preventative and reactive maintenance Procurement, contract management and supplier performance Utilities, energy management and heat networks Mobilisation of new developments into management Input into annual budget planning and service charges FM is one of the largest areas of operational spend Building & Fire Safety You'll sit on the Operational Board, the Health & Safety Committee and building safety forums, with a Director of Health & Safety alongside you. That role is weighted towards audit and assurance, so the operational residential building safety expertise needs to sit with you. The bit that will decide whether you succeed The technical side of this function works. The teams know their jobs. What the business needs is someone who can change how those teams operate, and the two halves of the estate need opposite things from you. FM currently runs at arm s length from the buildings while other teams are on site every day. Getting FM out of the office, visible in the buildings and working alongside those teams is a stated priority. You'll also lead a mix of projects alongside the day job, regeneration works, ESG initiatives and building improvement programmes. The honest bit: this is a senior, regulator-facing role, but a good chunk of it is grip rather than strategy, and a good chunk of the rest is winning people over. If you want a clean strategic brief with a team that already works the way you want, this isn't it. What they're looking for FM leadership across a large, dispersed portfolio. Residential is the obvious fit BTR, PRS, student or social housing but strong operational environments transfer well. Maintenance and FM providers, hospitality and leisure estates all count. Direct experience of managing Higher Risk Buildings and engaging with the Building Safety Regulator Real ownership of statutory compliance frameworks, inspections, remediation and incident investigation Residential fire safety programmes and FRA management A track record of stabilising an unsettled team, or shifting an established one to a new way of working, this matters as much as the technical background Influencing and relationship-building across teams you don t manage Strategic input into procurement and annual budget planning, working alongside a procurement function A self-starter. The details London preferred;. £90,000 £110,000 plus bonus, car allowance, SAYE, Share Incentive Plan and a deferred bonus scheme. National travel across the portfolio is part of the job. The process runs to three stages, including a presentation.
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Landlord & Tenant specialist to join the national Lease Advisory team of a leading multidisciplinary property consultancy, at a pivotal moment in the team's growth. Our client has built a formidable reputation for delivering expert lease advisory services to a prestigious client base spanning institutions, developers, retailers and the public sector. With a strong network of hub offices across the UK and a growing national Lease Advisory offering, this is a rare chance to join a close-knit, high-performing team and help shape its future direction. This is a career-defining role offering genuine influence, high-profile instructions, and a clear path to further seniority within a business investing heavily in this area for the long term. The Role As Associate Director within the Lease Advisory team, you will play a central role in delivering landlord & tenant advice across a national portfolio, while helping to drive the team's growth and reputation. Key responsibilities include: Leading on rent review and lease renewal instructions across a national client base Supporting wider lease and asset management opportunities Inspecting and measuring assets, and gathering robust comparable evidence Preparing client schedules, lease event reports and client-facing advice Acting as a key point of contact for clients, opposing advisors and colleagues Playing an active part in the growth and strategic direction of the Lease Advisory team Identifying and securing new instructions from existing and new clients Supporting senior Partners on larger instructions, key client relationships and business generation Collaborating with wider commercial teams to develop new fee opportunities and maintain a joined-up client offering Championing the Lease Advisory team's profile both internally and in the wider market About You We're looking for a technically strong, commercially minded Landlord & Tenant professional who is ready to take on real ownership and help build something. You will ideally have: Chartered MRICS status Extensive post-qualification experience in Landlord & Tenant work A recognised specialism in landlord & tenant matters Strong business development skills and existing industry contacts A proven track record of managing and growing client relationships Excellent communication, interpersonal and people management skills A proactive, self-driven approach to identifying new opportunities Why Join? This is far more than a lease advisory role it's the chance to help build and shape a growing national team from a position of real influence. You'll benefit from: A high-profile role with genuine autonomy and a seat at the table in shaping team strategy Exposure to an impressive and varied national client base and high-value instructions Direct access to senior stakeholders, key clients and decision-makers A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture within an established and supportive team Strong flexibility on location, working across the firm's national hub office network Clear progression opportunities within a business actively investing in this team's expansion A competitive salary of £70,000 £80,000 , plus company car , and a comprehensive benefits package If you're looking for a role that combines national reach, high-profile client exposure and genuine influence over a growing team's direction, we'd love to hear from you. INDS
17/08/2026
Full time
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Landlord & Tenant specialist to join the national Lease Advisory team of a leading multidisciplinary property consultancy, at a pivotal moment in the team's growth. Our client has built a formidable reputation for delivering expert lease advisory services to a prestigious client base spanning institutions, developers, retailers and the public sector. With a strong network of hub offices across the UK and a growing national Lease Advisory offering, this is a rare chance to join a close-knit, high-performing team and help shape its future direction. This is a career-defining role offering genuine influence, high-profile instructions, and a clear path to further seniority within a business investing heavily in this area for the long term. The Role As Associate Director within the Lease Advisory team, you will play a central role in delivering landlord & tenant advice across a national portfolio, while helping to drive the team's growth and reputation. Key responsibilities include: Leading on rent review and lease renewal instructions across a national client base Supporting wider lease and asset management opportunities Inspecting and measuring assets, and gathering robust comparable evidence Preparing client schedules, lease event reports and client-facing advice Acting as a key point of contact for clients, opposing advisors and colleagues Playing an active part in the growth and strategic direction of the Lease Advisory team Identifying and securing new instructions from existing and new clients Supporting senior Partners on larger instructions, key client relationships and business generation Collaborating with wider commercial teams to develop new fee opportunities and maintain a joined-up client offering Championing the Lease Advisory team's profile both internally and in the wider market About You We're looking for a technically strong, commercially minded Landlord & Tenant professional who is ready to take on real ownership and help build something. You will ideally have: Chartered MRICS status Extensive post-qualification experience in Landlord & Tenant work A recognised specialism in landlord & tenant matters Strong business development skills and existing industry contacts A proven track record of managing and growing client relationships Excellent communication, interpersonal and people management skills A proactive, self-driven approach to identifying new opportunities Why Join? This is far more than a lease advisory role it's the chance to help build and shape a growing national team from a position of real influence. You'll benefit from: A high-profile role with genuine autonomy and a seat at the table in shaping team strategy Exposure to an impressive and varied national client base and high-value instructions Direct access to senior stakeholders, key clients and decision-makers A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture within an established and supportive team Strong flexibility on location, working across the firm's national hub office network Clear progression opportunities within a business actively investing in this team's expansion A competitive salary of £70,000 £80,000 , plus company car , and a comprehensive benefits package If you're looking for a role that combines national reach, high-profile client exposure and genuine influence over a growing team's direction, we'd love to hear from you. INDS
Head of Brand Strategy Sector: Brand Strategy Property Real Estate Marketing Commercial Fit Out An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Brand Strategy to join a growing, design-led consultancy operating across the commercial property and built environment sectors. This is a senior strategic role within a multidisciplinary business combining brand consultancy, marketing, creative and technology, with a strong focus on helping clients position, market and ultimately lease commercial assets. Reporting into the Managing Director and working closely with the wider leadership team, you will take ownership of brand strategy across external client campaigns, internal businesses and live business development pitches, with a clear pathway towards a board-level position for the right individual. The Role As Head of Brand Strategy, you will set the strategic direction across the business, combining commercial insight, creative thinking and strong storytelling to develop compelling brand and marketing strategies. You will work across a varied range of projects, from repositioning existing commercial assets and launching new developments through to shaping corporate brands and supporting major pitches. Key Responsibilities Lead brand positioning and strategy for commercial property and development projects. Develop distinctive positioning based on the asset, location, target audience and competitive landscape. Create compelling brand narratives, naming strategies, tone of voice and creative platforms. Bring together technology, visualisation and traditional marketing into cohesive campaigns. Act as a senior strategic advisor to clients, presenting and defending recommendations with confidence. Support internal businesses with brand positioning, marketing strategy and go-to-market planning. Challenge existing thinking and bring an external, commercially focused perspective. Work closely with pitch teams to identify winning strategies and develop persuasive narratives. Lead and coach colleagues in presenting strategic ideas effectively. Set and maintain a high strategic and creative standard across the business. Build, mentor and manage internal and external strategic resource. Stay close to property, occupier, consumer and technology trends and translate these into actionable insight. Contribute to the wider commercial and strategic direction of the business as part of the senior leadership team. About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Significant experience within brand strategy, strategic planning, brand consultancy or a similar senior position. A strong ability to turn insight into distinctive positioning and commercially compelling narratives. Excellent presentation, communication and facilitation skills, with the gravitas to engage senior stakeholders and clients. A strong commercial mindset, understanding how strategy can drive leasing, business development and commercial results. Experience working across multiple audiences, projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced consultancy or agency environment. An interest in property, placemaking, real estate, the built environment or B2B marketing would be advantageous, although not essential. A genuine interest in how technology, AI, visualisation and emerging tools are influencing the future of marketing and brand storytelling. The ability to move comfortably between client consultancy, internal advisory work and live pitch environments. A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to develop and bring the best out of those around you. The ambition and credibility to develop into a board-level strategic leader. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded brand strategist looking to take ownership of a growing consultancy's strategic offering, working across high-profile property and commercial projects while playing a key role in the future direction of the business.
11/08/2026
Full time
Head of Brand Strategy Sector: Brand Strategy Property Real Estate Marketing Commercial Fit Out An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Brand Strategy to join a growing, design-led consultancy operating across the commercial property and built environment sectors. This is a senior strategic role within a multidisciplinary business combining brand consultancy, marketing, creative and technology, with a strong focus on helping clients position, market and ultimately lease commercial assets. Reporting into the Managing Director and working closely with the wider leadership team, you will take ownership of brand strategy across external client campaigns, internal businesses and live business development pitches, with a clear pathway towards a board-level position for the right individual. The Role As Head of Brand Strategy, you will set the strategic direction across the business, combining commercial insight, creative thinking and strong storytelling to develop compelling brand and marketing strategies. You will work across a varied range of projects, from repositioning existing commercial assets and launching new developments through to shaping corporate brands and supporting major pitches. Key Responsibilities Lead brand positioning and strategy for commercial property and development projects. Develop distinctive positioning based on the asset, location, target audience and competitive landscape. Create compelling brand narratives, naming strategies, tone of voice and creative platforms. Bring together technology, visualisation and traditional marketing into cohesive campaigns. Act as a senior strategic advisor to clients, presenting and defending recommendations with confidence. Support internal businesses with brand positioning, marketing strategy and go-to-market planning. Challenge existing thinking and bring an external, commercially focused perspective. Work closely with pitch teams to identify winning strategies and develop persuasive narratives. Lead and coach colleagues in presenting strategic ideas effectively. Set and maintain a high strategic and creative standard across the business. Build, mentor and manage internal and external strategic resource. Stay close to property, occupier, consumer and technology trends and translate these into actionable insight. Contribute to the wider commercial and strategic direction of the business as part of the senior leadership team. About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Significant experience within brand strategy, strategic planning, brand consultancy or a similar senior position. A strong ability to turn insight into distinctive positioning and commercially compelling narratives. Excellent presentation, communication and facilitation skills, with the gravitas to engage senior stakeholders and clients. A strong commercial mindset, understanding how strategy can drive leasing, business development and commercial results. Experience working across multiple audiences, projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced consultancy or agency environment. An interest in property, placemaking, real estate, the built environment or B2B marketing would be advantageous, although not essential. A genuine interest in how technology, AI, visualisation and emerging tools are influencing the future of marketing and brand storytelling. The ability to move comfortably between client consultancy, internal advisory work and live pitch environments. A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to develop and bring the best out of those around you. The ambition and credibility to develop into a board-level strategic leader. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded brand strategist looking to take ownership of a growing consultancy's strategic offering, working across high-profile property and commercial projects while playing a key role in the future direction of the business.
Executive Director, Housing Location: London Rate: 900 - 1100 per day Contract: 12 - Months Spencer Clarke Group are supporting a local authority to appoint an Interim Executive Director for Housing . This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving delivery of the council's housing priorities, improving services, and ensuring strong governance, performance and compliance. You will lead housing strategy and operations across key areas including homelessness and temporary accommodation, private sector housing, housing management, and the asset management of residential stock including repairs and planned maintenance. Responsibilities include Executive leadership across Housing, working as part of the organisation's senior management team Oversight of housing strategy including housing needs, homelessness, temporary accommodation and private sector housing Leadership of housing management services across social rented and leasehold homes Strategic direction for asset management including responsive repairs, planned works, and investment planning Driving service transformation and improvement, improving outcomes for residents Ensuring compliance with current and future legislation and regulatory requirements Managing senior stakeholder relationships including elected members, partners and providers About you Significant senior leadership experience in local authority housing or a comparable large housing provider Strong background across housing management, homelessness services, and housing strategy Understanding of building safety, compliance, and housing repairs and maintenance at scale Track record delivering transformation, performance improvement, and effective governance Confident operating in politically led environments and influencing senior stakeholders Degree level education and/or CIH qualification, or equivalent senior-level experience How to Apply Send your CV or get in touch with Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed) or
11/08/2026
Contract
Executive Director, Housing Location: London Rate: 900 - 1100 per day Contract: 12 - Months Spencer Clarke Group are supporting a local authority to appoint an Interim Executive Director for Housing . This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving delivery of the council's housing priorities, improving services, and ensuring strong governance, performance and compliance. You will lead housing strategy and operations across key areas including homelessness and temporary accommodation, private sector housing, housing management, and the asset management of residential stock including repairs and planned maintenance. Responsibilities include Executive leadership across Housing, working as part of the organisation's senior management team Oversight of housing strategy including housing needs, homelessness, temporary accommodation and private sector housing Leadership of housing management services across social rented and leasehold homes Strategic direction for asset management including responsive repairs, planned works, and investment planning Driving service transformation and improvement, improving outcomes for residents Ensuring compliance with current and future legislation and regulatory requirements Managing senior stakeholder relationships including elected members, partners and providers About you Significant senior leadership experience in local authority housing or a comparable large housing provider Strong background across housing management, homelessness services, and housing strategy Understanding of building safety, compliance, and housing repairs and maintenance at scale Track record delivering transformation, performance improvement, and effective governance Confident operating in politically led environments and influencing senior stakeholders Degree level education and/or CIH qualification, or equivalent senior-level experience How to Apply Send your CV or get in touch with Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed) or
Associate Director - Building Surveying London Construction Consultancy Up to 90,000 DOE Ready to make your mark? If you're an experienced Building Surveyor who is ready to move beyond project delivery and play a genuine role in shaping a business, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. We're working with a high-growth, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy with an impressive reputation across the UK and internationally. As the London team continues to expand, they're looking for an Associate Director - Building Surveying to help drive that next stage of growth. This isn't simply a role focused on managing projects. You'll have the opportunity to develop client relationships, win new work, influence strategy and help build the next generation of the Building Surveying team - with a clear route towards Director. What makes this opportunity different? Real influence - work alongside senior leadership and help shape the future direction of the London Building Surveying service. High-profile projects - work across prime and super-prime residential, landmark commercial buildings, theatres and major mixed-use developments. Commercial responsibility - play a key role in winning work, developing accounts and growing revenue. Multidisciplinary environment - collaborate with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Bank Monitoring Surveyors and Expert Witnesses. Leadership opportunity - mentor and develop surveyors and APC candidates while helping to grow the wider team. Clear progression - a genuine opportunity to progress towards Director as the business continues its expansion. The role You'll combine technical building surveying expertise with commercial and leadership responsibility, taking ownership of key client relationships and playing an active part in growing the service line. Your responsibilities will include: Developing new business and expanding existing client relationships Preparing fee proposals and supporting revenue growth Leading a range of professional Building Surveying instructions Acting on Party Wall matters and Licence to Alter projects Producing specifications, tender and contract documentation Contract Administration Dilapidations and defect diagnosis Measured and building surveys across residential and commercial assets Supporting Expert Witness instructions, including inspections and CPR35-compliant reporting Overseeing project delivery and maintaining excellent client service Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level surveyors, including APC candidates Working closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities and shape the team's growth What we're looking for We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with commercial instinct and the confidence to operate at a senior level. You'll ideally have: An RICS-accredited degree in Building Surveying MRICS qualification Significant consultancy experience A strong professional Building Surveying background Experience developing client relationships and/or winning new work Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong commercial awareness The ability to lead, mentor and develop others Excellent organisation and attention to detail Strong Microsoft Office skills; CAD/BIM experience would be advantageous The opportunity This would suit an existing Associate Director looking for a bigger platform or an experienced Senior Building Surveyor ready to step into a leadership position. You'll be joining a consultancy with ambitious growth plans, working on some of London's most interesting property assets, while having the autonomy and senior exposure to make a real difference. Salary: Up to 90,000 DOE If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, win work, lead people and shape the future of a Building Surveying team, the apply today. Contact Georgie Marden to find out more. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
07/08/2026
Full time
Associate Director - Building Surveying London Construction Consultancy Up to 90,000 DOE Ready to make your mark? If you're an experienced Building Surveyor who is ready to move beyond project delivery and play a genuine role in shaping a business, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. We're working with a high-growth, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy with an impressive reputation across the UK and internationally. As the London team continues to expand, they're looking for an Associate Director - Building Surveying to help drive that next stage of growth. This isn't simply a role focused on managing projects. You'll have the opportunity to develop client relationships, win new work, influence strategy and help build the next generation of the Building Surveying team - with a clear route towards Director. What makes this opportunity different? Real influence - work alongside senior leadership and help shape the future direction of the London Building Surveying service. High-profile projects - work across prime and super-prime residential, landmark commercial buildings, theatres and major mixed-use developments. Commercial responsibility - play a key role in winning work, developing accounts and growing revenue. Multidisciplinary environment - collaborate with Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Bank Monitoring Surveyors and Expert Witnesses. Leadership opportunity - mentor and develop surveyors and APC candidates while helping to grow the wider team. Clear progression - a genuine opportunity to progress towards Director as the business continues its expansion. The role You'll combine technical building surveying expertise with commercial and leadership responsibility, taking ownership of key client relationships and playing an active part in growing the service line. Your responsibilities will include: Developing new business and expanding existing client relationships Preparing fee proposals and supporting revenue growth Leading a range of professional Building Surveying instructions Acting on Party Wall matters and Licence to Alter projects Producing specifications, tender and contract documentation Contract Administration Dilapidations and defect diagnosis Measured and building surveys across residential and commercial assets Supporting Expert Witness instructions, including inspections and CPR35-compliant reporting Overseeing project delivery and maintaining excellent client service Mentoring and developing junior and mid-level surveyors, including APC candidates Working closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities and shape the team's growth What we're looking for We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with commercial instinct and the confidence to operate at a senior level. You'll ideally have: An RICS-accredited degree in Building Surveying MRICS qualification Significant consultancy experience A strong professional Building Surveying background Experience developing client relationships and/or winning new work Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strong commercial awareness The ability to lead, mentor and develop others Excellent organisation and attention to detail Strong Microsoft Office skills; CAD/BIM experience would be advantageous The opportunity This would suit an existing Associate Director looking for a bigger platform or an experienced Senior Building Surveyor ready to step into a leadership position. You'll be joining a consultancy with ambitious growth plans, working on some of London's most interesting property assets, while having the autonomy and senior exposure to make a real difference. Salary: Up to 90,000 DOE If you're looking for a role where you can build relationships, win work, lead people and shape the future of a Building Surveying team, the apply today. Contact Georgie Marden to find out more. Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
HEAD OF ASSET MANAGEMENT AND INVESTMENT - SOCIAL HOUSING Manchester City Council Location: Blackley, Manchester Rate: 450- 500 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: 6 Months Working pattern: Hybrid, with 2-3 days per week on-site ABOUT THE ROLE Manchester City Council is seeking an experienced Head of Asset Management and Investment to lead the strategic management of its 1 billion council housing portfolio. Reporting to the Strategic Lead for Repairs and Assets, you will lead the Council's housing asset and investment strategy. You will use stock-condition data, regulatory requirements and resident priorities to shape long-term investment plans and improve asset performance. The portfolio also includes approximately 2,500 homes operating under a PFI arrangement. This position requires a senior social housing asset leader who can work effectively with elected members, residents, contractors, senior leaders and partner organisations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the Council's housing asset and investment strategy. Develop long-term investment plans supporting the 30-year HRA business plan. Oversee major capital and planned-investment programmes. Ensure stock-condition data is accurate and supports investment decisions. Manage budgets, risks, governance and contractor performance. Improve compliance with Decent Homes, building safety and housing regulations. Lead energy-efficiency, retrofit and decarbonisation programmes. Support the management of 2,500 homes operating under a PFI arrangement. Monitor asset performance, value for money and resident outcomes. Present recommendations to senior leaders, elected members and boards. Engage residents regarding investment priorities and major works. Lead and influence technical and multidisciplinary teams. ABOUT YOU You will have significant senior-level asset management or housing investment experience within a local authority, housing association, registered provider or ALMO. You should have operated at Head of Service, Assistant Director, Director or a similar level, with responsibility for a large housing portfolio and substantial capital programmes. ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE Senior social housing asset management or investment leadership. Developing and delivering asset management strategies. Managing significant capital or planned-maintenance programmes. Using stock-condition data to develop investment plans. HRA business planning or similar housing financial planning. Knowledge of Decent Homes, building safety and housing regulation. Experience of retrofit, energy efficiency or decarbonisation. Strong budget, risk and contractor-management experience. Leading teams and engaging senior or political stakeholders. Availability to work on-site in Greater Manchester 2-3 days per week. DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE Experience of 30-year HRA investment planning. Knowledge of housing PFI or complex contracts. Leadership of whole-stock condition surveys. Experience presenting to Cabinet, committees or boards. RICS, CIOB, CIH or another relevant professional qualification. The assignment runs until March 2027, with potential for extension. Applicants should clearly state the size of the portfolios, budgets, programmes and teams they have managed.
06/08/2026
Seasonal
HEAD OF ASSET MANAGEMENT AND INVESTMENT - SOCIAL HOUSING Manchester City Council Location: Blackley, Manchester Rate: 450- 500 per day, Inside IR35 Contract: 6 Months Working pattern: Hybrid, with 2-3 days per week on-site ABOUT THE ROLE Manchester City Council is seeking an experienced Head of Asset Management and Investment to lead the strategic management of its 1 billion council housing portfolio. Reporting to the Strategic Lead for Repairs and Assets, you will lead the Council's housing asset and investment strategy. You will use stock-condition data, regulatory requirements and resident priorities to shape long-term investment plans and improve asset performance. The portfolio also includes approximately 2,500 homes operating under a PFI arrangement. This position requires a senior social housing asset leader who can work effectively with elected members, residents, contractors, senior leaders and partner organisations. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Lead the Council's housing asset and investment strategy. Develop long-term investment plans supporting the 30-year HRA business plan. Oversee major capital and planned-investment programmes. Ensure stock-condition data is accurate and supports investment decisions. Manage budgets, risks, governance and contractor performance. Improve compliance with Decent Homes, building safety and housing regulations. Lead energy-efficiency, retrofit and decarbonisation programmes. Support the management of 2,500 homes operating under a PFI arrangement. Monitor asset performance, value for money and resident outcomes. Present recommendations to senior leaders, elected members and boards. Engage residents regarding investment priorities and major works. Lead and influence technical and multidisciplinary teams. ABOUT YOU You will have significant senior-level asset management or housing investment experience within a local authority, housing association, registered provider or ALMO. You should have operated at Head of Service, Assistant Director, Director or a similar level, with responsibility for a large housing portfolio and substantial capital programmes. ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE Senior social housing asset management or investment leadership. Developing and delivering asset management strategies. Managing significant capital or planned-maintenance programmes. Using stock-condition data to develop investment plans. HRA business planning or similar housing financial planning. Knowledge of Decent Homes, building safety and housing regulation. Experience of retrofit, energy efficiency or decarbonisation. Strong budget, risk and contractor-management experience. Leading teams and engaging senior or political stakeholders. Availability to work on-site in Greater Manchester 2-3 days per week. DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE Experience of 30-year HRA investment planning. Knowledge of housing PFI or complex contracts. Leadership of whole-stock condition surveys. Experience presenting to Cabinet, committees or boards. RICS, CIOB, CIH or another relevant professional qualification. The assignment runs until March 2027, with potential for extension. Applicants should clearly state the size of the portfolios, budgets, programmes and teams they have managed.
Job Role - Director of Asset Management Salary - Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus Location - London, covering UK Job Type - Permanent, Hybrid FirstPort is the UK's leading residential property management business, managing thousands of developments across England, Scotland, and Wales. FirstPort serves close to a million residents and works with developers, freeholders, RMCs, and RTMs to deliver consistently excellent property management. The business is investing in the capability of its Asset Management function, strengthening governance, technical assurance and digital asset information as it takes on an increasingly complex portfolio, including critical infrastructure, heat networks and emerging building technologies. The Role Reporting into the COO, the Director of Asset Management will provide strategic leadership for FirstPort's Asset Management function, creating a connected, data-led operating model that protects and enhances clients' assets while supporting Regional Service Delivery. The successful candidate will lead and develop the Asset Management Leadership Team, own Critical Infrastructure & Energy as the function's top strategic priority, and build the long-term capability needed to manage increasingly complex residential assets. This is a senior role combining strategic direction with hands-on technical leadership. Success will be measured in the delivery of the Asset Management Strategy, development of the operating model, and improved asset information, governance and client confidence. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Asset Management Leadership Team, establishing governance, accountability and performance standards across the function Own FirstPort's strategic approach to Critical Infrastructure & Energy, including heat networks, utilities, smart building technologies and complex engineering assets Ensure the organisation is prepared for future legislation, regulation and technological change affecting residential energy and infrastructure Provide executive oversight of Asset Management Plans, lifecycle investment strategies and the Major Works governance framework Work collaboratively with Regional Operations and Service Charge Accounts to support reserve fund planning and long-term financial sustainability Provide strategic oversight of Asset Information & Intelligence, ensuring a trusted digital asset register and asset hierarchy Sponsor the development of digital asset capabilities, including QR asset identification and future technology adoption Provide executive oversight of planned statutory programmes and asset assurance activities, ensuring appropriate governance and contractor performance arrangements Support the Growth function in positioning FirstPort as the UK's leading residential Asset Management provider, including strategic bids and client presentations Represent FirstPort with regulators, developers, clients and strategic partners on technical and energy matters Champion the development of a connected, data-led Asset Management capability, driving innovation in digital inspections and supplier integration Act as executive sponsor for Asset Management across the business, building trusted relationships with clients, developers and strategic partners Person Specification Essential Executive leadership experience within Asset Management, Engineering, Infrastructure or Property Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams, with a clear understanding of how complex residential or infrastructure assets are managed Track record in capital investment, lifecycle planning and Major Works governance Knowledge of building safety, technical compliance and digital asset management Strong commercial acumen and senior stakeholder management, able to represent the business with regulators, developers and clients Desirable: Heat Networks and energy infrastructure experience, ISO 55001 awareness, and Chartered professional status Based within, or willing to work extensively across, the UK, with regular travel expected Person Specification Desirable Background in social housing, given the breadth of technical and operational challenges that sector provides FirstPort is specifically open to candidates from this background A generalist, adaptable profile spanning residential property, FM, infrastructure or utilities, rather than deep specialism in a single sector Experience integrating asset management into a broader operational strategy, with a focus on proactive and preventive maintenance Familiarity with digital asset management systems, structured reporting and portfolio intelligence tools What can FirstPort Offer Competitive salary Private medical insurance and life assurance Pension with matched employer contributions Accredited CPD and professional development support Employee well-being and discount programme Executive-level visibility and genuine career development prospects Recruitment Disclaimer This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Dan Rodgers at Joshua Robert as part of a retained search assignment. All applications and expressions of interest submitted in response to this advert will be forwarded directly to Dan Rodgers for review and management as part of the recruitment process. Direct approaches or applications to the client organisation may be redirected to Joshua Robert. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your details may be shared with Dan Rodgers and the Joshua Robert Recruitment Team for the purposes of this recruitment process and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations. INDS
05/08/2026
Full time
Job Role - Director of Asset Management Salary - Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus Location - London, covering UK Job Type - Permanent, Hybrid FirstPort is the UK's leading residential property management business, managing thousands of developments across England, Scotland, and Wales. FirstPort serves close to a million residents and works with developers, freeholders, RMCs, and RTMs to deliver consistently excellent property management. The business is investing in the capability of its Asset Management function, strengthening governance, technical assurance and digital asset information as it takes on an increasingly complex portfolio, including critical infrastructure, heat networks and emerging building technologies. The Role Reporting into the COO, the Director of Asset Management will provide strategic leadership for FirstPort's Asset Management function, creating a connected, data-led operating model that protects and enhances clients' assets while supporting Regional Service Delivery. The successful candidate will lead and develop the Asset Management Leadership Team, own Critical Infrastructure & Energy as the function's top strategic priority, and build the long-term capability needed to manage increasingly complex residential assets. This is a senior role combining strategic direction with hands-on technical leadership. Success will be measured in the delivery of the Asset Management Strategy, development of the operating model, and improved asset information, governance and client confidence. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Asset Management Leadership Team, establishing governance, accountability and performance standards across the function Own FirstPort's strategic approach to Critical Infrastructure & Energy, including heat networks, utilities, smart building technologies and complex engineering assets Ensure the organisation is prepared for future legislation, regulation and technological change affecting residential energy and infrastructure Provide executive oversight of Asset Management Plans, lifecycle investment strategies and the Major Works governance framework Work collaboratively with Regional Operations and Service Charge Accounts to support reserve fund planning and long-term financial sustainability Provide strategic oversight of Asset Information & Intelligence, ensuring a trusted digital asset register and asset hierarchy Sponsor the development of digital asset capabilities, including QR asset identification and future technology adoption Provide executive oversight of planned statutory programmes and asset assurance activities, ensuring appropriate governance and contractor performance arrangements Support the Growth function in positioning FirstPort as the UK's leading residential Asset Management provider, including strategic bids and client presentations Represent FirstPort with regulators, developers, clients and strategic partners on technical and energy matters Champion the development of a connected, data-led Asset Management capability, driving innovation in digital inspections and supplier integration Act as executive sponsor for Asset Management across the business, building trusted relationships with clients, developers and strategic partners Person Specification Essential Executive leadership experience within Asset Management, Engineering, Infrastructure or Property Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams, with a clear understanding of how complex residential or infrastructure assets are managed Track record in capital investment, lifecycle planning and Major Works governance Knowledge of building safety, technical compliance and digital asset management Strong commercial acumen and senior stakeholder management, able to represent the business with regulators, developers and clients Desirable: Heat Networks and energy infrastructure experience, ISO 55001 awareness, and Chartered professional status Based within, or willing to work extensively across, the UK, with regular travel expected Person Specification Desirable Background in social housing, given the breadth of technical and operational challenges that sector provides FirstPort is specifically open to candidates from this background A generalist, adaptable profile spanning residential property, FM, infrastructure or utilities, rather than deep specialism in a single sector Experience integrating asset management into a broader operational strategy, with a focus on proactive and preventive maintenance Familiarity with digital asset management systems, structured reporting and portfolio intelligence tools What can FirstPort Offer Competitive salary Private medical insurance and life assurance Pension with matched employer contributions Accredited CPD and professional development support Employee well-being and discount programme Executive-level visibility and genuine career development prospects Recruitment Disclaimer This vacancy is being managed exclusively by Dan Rodgers at Joshua Robert as part of a retained search assignment. All applications and expressions of interest submitted in response to this advert will be forwarded directly to Dan Rodgers for review and management as part of the recruitment process. Direct approaches or applications to the client organisation may be redirected to Joshua Robert. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that your details may be shared with Dan Rodgers and the Joshua Robert Recruitment Team for the purposes of this recruitment process and in accordance with applicable data protection regulations. INDS
Morgan Law is delighted to be supporting the Royal British Legion (RBL) recruit their new Head of Estates. Responsible for managing a team of five Regional Property Managers, you will lead the development and delivery of RBL's Estates strategy across the UK, ensuring the property portfolio supports organisational objectives, maximises asset value and is managed in line with regulatory and operational requirements Key Responsibilities include: Oversee all property transactions, including disposals, acquisitions, lease renewals and rent reviews across the operational, branch and investment portfolios. (including over 300 clubs nationally) Identify opportunities to enhance the value to RBL's assets while being held or when disposed of. Including planning gain, joint ventures, site assembly and other development activity. Develop innovative ideas and provide strategic estates advice to the Director of Property, Senior Managers and the Board of Trustees. Oversee the ongoing refurbishment of the national portfolio of properties including RBL's clubs and operational buildings. Draft or approve property papers for submission to the Board of Trustees, Executive Board and Senior Management. Support the development and implementation of property management policies and procedures. Lead and support the five Regional Property Managers deputise for the Director of Property when required. Collaborate with Head of Facilities Management deliver a funded planned maintenance programme for the operational portfolio. Person Specification: We are specifically looking for applications from RICS Members. Who have experience of leading Estates/Property departments within a complex organisation. A track record overseeing a diverse property portfolio (either in terms of volume or geographically). With strong management and influencing skills. Full UK driving licence This role is Home based with travel required to sites across the UK.
31/07/2026
Full time
Morgan Law is delighted to be supporting the Royal British Legion (RBL) recruit their new Head of Estates. Responsible for managing a team of five Regional Property Managers, you will lead the development and delivery of RBL's Estates strategy across the UK, ensuring the property portfolio supports organisational objectives, maximises asset value and is managed in line with regulatory and operational requirements Key Responsibilities include: Oversee all property transactions, including disposals, acquisitions, lease renewals and rent reviews across the operational, branch and investment portfolios. (including over 300 clubs nationally) Identify opportunities to enhance the value to RBL's assets while being held or when disposed of. Including planning gain, joint ventures, site assembly and other development activity. Develop innovative ideas and provide strategic estates advice to the Director of Property, Senior Managers and the Board of Trustees. Oversee the ongoing refurbishment of the national portfolio of properties including RBL's clubs and operational buildings. Draft or approve property papers for submission to the Board of Trustees, Executive Board and Senior Management. Support the development and implementation of property management policies and procedures. Lead and support the five Regional Property Managers deputise for the Director of Property when required. Collaborate with Head of Facilities Management deliver a funded planned maintenance programme for the operational portfolio. Person Specification: We are specifically looking for applications from RICS Members. Who have experience of leading Estates/Property departments within a complex organisation. A track record overseeing a diverse property portfolio (either in terms of volume or geographically). With strong management and influencing skills. Full UK driving licence This role is Home based with travel required to sites across the UK.
