Head of Property

An established, privately owned property investment company is seeking an experienced Head of Property to lead the performance and strategic direction of a diverse UK real estate portfolio. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will oversee a multi-sector portfolio comprising commercial, residential, hotel and mixed-use assets. This is a broad leadership position with responsibility for asset strategy, operational performance, leasing, capital expenditure, compliance and the continued enhancement of portfolio value. You will develop and deliver long-term asset strategies across the portfolio, identifying opportunities to increase income, improve operational performance and maximise investment returns. Key responsibilities will include: • Leading annual business planning, budgeting and valuation processes across all asset classes • Identifying redevelopment, repositioning and value-add opportunities • Supporting acquisition underwriting, due diligence and the integration of new assets • Overseeing internal property teams and external property and facilities management providers • Managing rental income, operating expenditure, capital expenditure and portfolio performance • Establishing consistent KPIs, reporting and performance dashboards • Developing leasing, occupancy, renewal and pricing strategies • Leading negotiations with commercial tenants, retail brands, institutional occupiers and other key stakeholders • Overseeing commercial refurbishments, residential upgrades, hotel improvement programmes and mixed-use developments • Managing planning, insurance, licensing and regulatory matters across the portfolio • Ensuring compliance with fire safety, health and safety, housing regulations and property licensing requirements • Driving the portfolio’s ESG strategy • Presenting portfolio performance, risks and strategic recommendations to the board, investors and lenders • Leading and developing teams across property management, facilities management, leasing and asset management The successful candidate will be a commercially minded property leader with significant experience managing complex, multi-asset real estate portfolios. You will ideally have: • MRICS qualification • At least 15 years’ experience within property or asset management • Broad experience across commercial, residential and mixed-use assets • A strong track record of improving asset performance and identifying value-enhancement opportunities • Experience managing substantial capital expenditure and refurbishment programmes • Strong knowledge of property compliance, risk management, planning and licensing • Previous experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams • Excellent commercial, analytical and negotiation skills • The confidence to communicate with board members, investors, lenders and external advisers • Experience working within a privately owned business or family office would be advantageous