Interim Estates & Property Services Lead

Interim Estates & Property Services Lead

Location:

Barking Town Hall (Hybrid - 2 days office, 3 days remote)

Contract:

6 months | Full-time (36 hours, Mon-Fri)
Rate: £500-£650 per day (Umbrella)

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Interim Estates & Property Services Lead to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across our property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on asset performance, compliance, and income generation.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

Act as a visible, inspirational leader, mentoring and developing team members.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders and be recognised as an expert in property and estates management.
Foster a "One Team" culture focused on transparency, compliance, and governance.

Operational Oversight

Manage tenant relations, income streams, service charge budgets, and arrears.
Authorise lease renewals, rent reviews, and compliance reports.
Oversee building management, common area service charges, and property inspections.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure full landlord, tenant, and building compliance with statutory requirements.
Embed risk management into operational planning and escalate issues appropriately.

Partnerships & Negotiations

Lead negotiations on agreements such as car parking licences, storage, and wayleave arrangements.
Maintain strong external networks to benchmark performance and drive cost-effective delivery.

Asset Management & Strategic Planning

Oversee capital projects and asset condition assessments.
Support disposals, development, and regeneration aligned with strategic objectives.

Person Specification

Degree educated or equivalent professional experience.
Relevant professional qualification (e.g., RICS, IWFM).
Proven track record in estates/property leadership, compliance, and governance.
Strong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and performance reporting.
Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.

Why Join Us?
This is a high-profile interim role offering the chance to shape property services and deliver real value for money. If you're a strategic thinker with operational expertise and a passion for excellence, we'd love to hear from you.

✅ Apply today and help us deliver outstanding property services!

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