We are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Estates Director to provide strategicleadership for a £100m Estates Operations Directorate that shapes and supports every aspect of university life. From world-class teaching and research facilities to accommodation, infrastructure and campus services, you will create and maintain environments where people can thrive.
Responsible for leading a directorate of approximately 900 staff and an accommodation portfolio generating more than £50m in annual income, you will oversee a diverse range of services including accommodation, facilities management, maintenance, sustainability, campus infrastructure, digital estates systems and strategic space planning.
This is a highly visible and influential role with responsibility for shaping and delivering the University’s long-term Estates Strategy. You will provide strategic leadership across a large and complex estate function, ensuring our campus remains welcoming, inclusive and sustainable whilst enabling the University’s ambitions for growth, innovation and academic excellence.
As a senior leader within the University, you will foster a values-led culture built on professionalism, continuous improvement, teamwork, respect, customer service and accountability, inspiring high-performing teams and driving excellence across the Estates Operations Directorate.
We are looking for a senior estates and property professional with substantial experience leading large-scale estates functions and operating successfully at a strategic level. You will bring the vision, leadership and influencing skills to shape the future of our estate and support the University’s ambitions for growth, excellence and impact.
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On campus presence expected – at least x4 days per week
Benefits
- 30 days of paid annual leave, four shut down days at Christmas, and eight bank holidays
- A competitive pension scheme
- Staff training
- Free eye care vouchers
- Preferred rates for a dental plan
- Discounts at Warwick Arts Centre and Warwick Sport Membership
- Enrolment onto the Employee Assistance Programme, a complete support network that offers expert advice and guidance 24/7
How to apply
The University of Warwick has appointed SearchHigher as their recruitment partner for this campaign; please apply above by submitting a CV & Cover Letter in Word Document format or to Nicholas.a.Brian@Warwick.ac.uk via the above 'Apply' button.
For a confidential conversation about the position, call Nick Brian on 07368 380888.
