Portfolio Asset Manager; Operational

We’re recruiting an accomplished property professional to shape the strategic direction of Buckinghamshire’s operational estate at the highest level.

As Portfolio Asset Manager (Operational), you will join the Asset Management leadership team, driving transformation and innovation across a diverse property portfolio. You will play a pivotal role in aligning asset strategy with Council objectives, influencing senior stakeholders, and delivering long‑term value and operational excellence. This role offers the scope to lead change, champion best practice, and ensure our estate is fit for the future.

The salary will be £72,200 per annum (subject to review in July 2026).

Reporting to the Head of Asset Management, you will be part of the leadership team responsible for the active asset management of the Council’s operational property portfolio. You’ll provide strategic advice, lead a team of Asset Managers, and ensure our estate supports service delivery and future growth.

• Shape and deliver the strategic direction of the Council’s operational property portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and best practice.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Asset Managers, fostering a high‑performing and collaborative environment.
• Oversee the management and optimisation of operational assets, ensuring value for money.
• Act as the principal advisor to senior officers and Council Members on asset management matters, providing professional, strategic guidance.
• Drive the identification and delivery of cost‑saving measures, revenue generation, and capital investment opportunities within the portfolio.
• Manage lease events, landlord and tenant matters, and relationships with external providers to achieve best value for the Council.
• Champion the provision of accurate portfolio data, leading validation exercises and supporting informed decision‑making.
• Support the preparation and monitoring of budgets, and act as client lead for property projects and corporate initiatives.

If you are a strategic leader with experience of operational property portfolio planning who is looking for a new challenge where your skills and expertise can flourish, this could be the role for you.

You will be a strategic leader with a strong track record of providing effective leadership and management of a team responsible for the strategic direction of a property portfolio. The role requires a professionally qualified chartered surveyor, strong communication skills, and the ability to solve problems independently while leading a high performing team. A familiarity with a Corporate Landlord model would be helpful.

You will be comfortable working under your own initiative and be considered a subject matter expert for stakeholders, aware of the impact of decisions and anticipating property needs, challenges and solutions.