Overview
The Corporate Head of Real Estate will lead the strategic management of a UK property portfolio, aligning estates operations with organisational goals to deliver sustainable, efficient, and cost‑effective solutions. Oversee acquisitions, disposals, space planning, and major projects while guiding a high‑performing team and engaging senior stakeholders.
Client Details
We have supported and partnered with our client for over 30 years. They are a global investment manager offering multi‑asset expertise across many sectors, including Real Estate, Alternatives and Renewables. Their focus is delivering sustainable, risk‑adjusted returns for large investors across global markets.
Description
- Define and deliver a long‑term real estate strategy aligned with organisational goals
- Translate complex data into clear, board level insights, influence senior decision making, and lead teams through significant projects
- Lead an estates management team and trusted external partners to deliver compliant, cost effective outcomes
- Oversee acquisitions, disposals, leases, and due diligence
- Drive innovation and best practice across estates operations
- Partner with HR and senior leadership to align space planning with workforce trends
- Ensure legal and landlord compliance in major projects
- Manage budgets, mitigate risk, and uphold statutory obligations
Profile
The successful Corporate Head of Real Estate should have:
- MRICS or FRICS qualified, with substantial estates leadership experience
- Strategic thinker with a proven track record in estates optimisation and stakeholder engagement
- Strong financial and commercial acumen, with expertise in acquisitions, disposals, and property law
- Exceptional communication skills, able to present complex matters with clarity
- Skilled in workforce planning and data‑led decision making
- Highly organised, resilient, and delivery focused
- Flexible to travel across the UK as required
Job Offer
- Competitive fixed comp package + bonus + significant benefits package
- Hybrid working
- Opportunity to shape the long-term prospects of a large business and their Real Estate portfolio
