Interim Head of Estates
Location: East Anglia
Day Rate: £700-£800 per day, Inside IR35 (dependent on experience)
Contract: Initial 6 months, with potential for extension
Working Pattern: 2 days per week in the office, with the remainder working from home
The Opportunity
Park Avenue Recruitment is working with a local authority in East Anglia seeking an experienced Interim Head of Estates to provide strategic leadership across its property function.
This is an excellent opportunity for a senior property professional to lead a multidisciplinary team, drive effective asset management and ensure the Council's property portfolio delivers value and supports its wider objectives.
The Role
You will oversee a property function of approximately 25-30 staff, with three direct reports leading Commercial Property, Facilities Management and Projects.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading property acquisitions and disposals, providing professional advice and valuations, and maintaining the surplus land register.
- Overseeing lease and rental reviews, including negotiating revised terms where required.
- Developing, coordinating and implementing the Council's Asset Management Plan to maximise the effective use of its property portfolio.
- Preparing reports and presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders, Council Cabinet members and external partners.
- Providing strategic leadership across the property function, ensuring effective service delivery and strong team performance.
About You
- MRICS qualified (essential).
- RICS Registered Valuer (desirable).
- Proven experience leading and managing multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong public sector experience, ideally within a local authority environment.
- A strong background in commercial property, estates management, facilities management and/or property projects.
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders and advising on strategic property matters.
Apply Now
If you are an experienced property leader looking for your next interim opportunity in East Anglia, we would love to hear from you.
Please send your CV to lois@park-avenue.co.uk to discuss the role in more detail.
