• Safe, compliant and well-managed
• Financially sustainable and prioritised effectively
• Aligned to organisational objectives, including Net Zero and environmental sustainability

• Provide direct line management to the built estate team, including surveyors, project delivery and support staff
• Lead and develop a high-performing, professional team, setting clear objectives and expectations.
• Take ownership of team structure, recruitment, capability development and performance management
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and strong service delivery
• Act as a senior leader within the district, contributing to wider management and organisational priorities.

• Lead the development and delivery of a district-wide Built Asset Strategy, aligning property assets with operational and organisational objectives
• Translate asset condition, risk and service requirements into prioritised, deliverable investment plans
• Oversee lifecycle planning, ensuring a proactive, long-term approach to asset management
• Provide strategic input into business planning, funding bids and future investment pipelines
• Ensure the asset base supports visitor services, operational teams and commercial activity effectively

• Develop, implement and continuously improve property and asset management policies, standards and procedures
• Establish and maintain robust governance and assurance frameworks covering risk, compliance and reporting
• Ensure clear accountability for compliance obligations across the team
• Provide professional advice to senior management on estate-related risk, policy and strategic decisions
• Align district-level policies with national frameworks and best practice

• Ensure systems, processes and reporting mechanisms are in place to maintain compliance across all statutory areas
• Provide assurance that the estate meets regulatory requirements including health & safety, fire, asbestos and environmental standards
• Oversee risk identification and mitigation at a strategic level rather than direct operational delivery

• Lead the planning and management of annual and medium-term asset investment programmes
• Set budgets informed by asset condition data, risk and organisational priorities
• Ensure effective financial control, forecasting and value for money
• Work closely with finance and project leads to align delivery with funding availability and strategic priorities.

• Embed sustainability and Net Zero considerations into asset strategy and decision-making
• Drive initiatives that improve environmental performance across the estate
• Ensure asset planning reflects long-term environmental and carbon reduction targets

• Build effective relationships with internal teams, national functions and external partners
• Act as the professional lead for built assets within the district.
• Influence decision-making across services to ensure effective use and development of property assets
  
  

• Demonstrable experience in a senior estates, property or asset management leadership role
• Proven ability to lead, manage and develop multidisciplinary teams (critical requirement)
• Experience developing and delivering strategic asset management plans
• Strong understanding of governance, policy development and compliance frameworks
• Experience managing budgets, investment programmes and prioritisation decisions
• Ability to influence and engage effectively with senior stakeholders
• Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills

• Experience operating within the public sector or complex stakeholder environments
• Knowledge of heritage, rural or mixed-use estates
• Experience embedding sustainability or Net Zero strategies within property portfolios

• Stabilise and improve a critical function
• Introduce stronger processes and accountability
• Influence long-term asset management strategy
• Contribute to the stewardship of nationally important environments
• Work flexibly through a hybrid model (3 days in office)
• Benefit from a £48,000–£50,000 salary, 35.5 days annual leave, and a 28.97% Civil Service pension
• Build a clear pathway for your own long-term career development

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