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Head of Asset Management & Commercial Property Employer: Public Sector Location: Hybrid – Colchester (typically 1 day per week in the office) Salary: £83,500 + Local Government Pension & Benefits A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced property professional to take ownership of a substantial and diverse commercial investment property portfolio valued at over £250m. Reporting into the Director of Estates, you will lead the strategic management of a significant investment and development portfolio, driving income performance, delivering capital receipts, and identifying opportunities to maximise value across a wide range of commercial assets. This is a highly autonomous leadership role suited to someone who enjoys making decisions, taking ownership, and delivering tangible commercial outcomes. You'll oversee a small, experienced team alongside leading external advisors, agents and consultants, giving you the platform to focus on strategy, asset performance and portfolio optimisation rather than day-to-day micromanagement. Key priorities include: • Delivering an ambitious disposal and capital receipts programme with the assistance of renowned investment agents., • Driving income and value from a diverse commercial portfolio, • Leading strategic asset management initiatives and investment decisions, • Managing external consultants, managing agents and professional advisors, • Working closely with senior stakeholders to support long term financial sustainability, • Identifying redevelopment, repositioning and asset enhancement opportunities The portfolio includes retail, leisure, industrial, office and ground lease interests, alongside major regeneration and development opportunities. We're keen to speak with commercially minded senior level asset management professionals from either the public or private sector. Previous experience managing investment property, disposals, acquisitions, landlord & tenant matters and portfolio strategy will be highly advantageous. Why Apply? • Genuine flexibility and hybrid working (typically one office day per week), • Significant autonomy and decision making responsibility, • High profile portfolio with real commercial challenges and opportunities, • Opportunity to shape the future direction of a major property estate, • Supportive leadership team and established external advisor network, • Excellent pension scheme and wider local government benefits This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Asset Manager, Associate Director or Head of Property looking to step into a strategic leadership role where they can make a measurable impact from day one. Next Steps: To Apply: Please kindly email updated CV’s to Jack@Madisonberkeley.com

Enjoy a career without limits, earning up to 75% of your billing. We are seeking legal professionals that are keen to work on a consultancy, fee sharing basis. Taylor Rose is a top 60 law firm with over 25 offices nationwide. We are offering you a unique opportunity to take back control of your life and earnings. Choose to work from home, one of our offices or both! We are looking for individuals and groups of Solicitors, FCILEx or Licensed Conveyancers who have expertise in residential or commercial property in the private and/or public sectors with 4 years PQE + to join our consultancy Why choose us? • Earn up to 75% of what you bill; your split will not drop below 70%., • Referral of larger and established clients, • Immediate access to our accreditations and lender panels, • Choose your own clients, fees, hours and volume of work., • Work from home, 100 days access to hot-desking facilities., • PII cover up to £20 million., • Access to nationwide offices and meeting rooms., • Free calls through our app., • Fully optimised CMS and electronic systems., • Access to business development., • Dedicated liaison team., • Technical head for ops, legal support and training. And much more. So, if you want a career without limits and freedom, then we may be your next move. To find out more, contact us now to chat confidentially with one of our advisors. PS If you have less than 4 years experience you may be able to join us as a fee earning consultant, contact us for more details.

Ready to help shape the future of the property market? We're looking for a commercially sharp and strategically minded Financial Controller / Head of Finance to lead our finance function and play a pivotal role in scaling the business. As a key member of the executive team, you’ll work closely with the CEO to drive financial performance, steer strategic decision-making, and help us scale with purpose. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a high-impact role at a fast-growing, forward-thinking company that's redefining how people interact with the property market. ?? What You’ll Be Doing as Head of Finance • Own and lead all financial operations, planning, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls., • Prepare strategic performance reports for internal and external stakeholders., • Define and oversee KPIs, providing clear insights into business performance., • Develop and implement robust financial and tax strategies., • Lead on company secretary duties, accounts preparation, options schemes, and audits., • Ensure full compliance with GAAP and financial regulations., • Manage and nurture third-party relationships across finance, data, and insurance., • Support fundraising processes and capital strategy., • Play a key role in long-term strategic planning alongside the CEO and leadership team. ?? The Candidate for Head of Finance • 6-10 years of experience in senior finance roles (Financial Controller / Head of Finance)., • Strong technical foundation and understanding of regulated environments is a must have: experience in an insurer or MGA will be an advantage, • Hands-on operator with strategic vision - comfortable switching between detail and big-picture thinking., • Commercially astute with strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills., • High integrity, dependable, and confident in making and implementing tough decisions., • Naturally high-energy, proactive, and results-driven, with a bias for action. ?? What You’ll Get From Us • Work with an experienced and mission-driven team transforming the proper, • 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays + your birthday off!, • 1 additional day of leave for every year with us (up to 30 days)., • Flexible working - from home, our office, or even another country., • Mental health, leadership, and life coaching via our partner sanctus.io., • Performance-based bonus structure., • Company pension and life insurance., • Wellness, volunteering, and referral programs. If you’re a high-performing finance leader ready to make a meaningful impact in a purpose-driven company, we’d love to hear from you.This is a hybrid role with lots of flexibility and you could live anywhere if you are prepared to visit Herts from time to time.

We are looking for a Customer Support Executive who possesses a passion for customer care and will work with our team of talented Customer Support Executives & colleagues across the business to provide the best possible end to end customer experience. What you can expect to be doing: • Dealing with all queries that come in through live chat, email and through social media., • Troubleshooting technical issues and optimising user experience., • Reporting bugs and UX issues to other members of the team., • Active participation in app growth and development. What we’re looking for: • Flexibility to work between the hours of 8am to 10pm Monday - Sunday (Shift basis) 39 Hours a week, this may include working on either Saturday or Sunday.., • You can get your head around a complex system quickly., • You find it easy to juggle and prioritise different tasks., • You’re chilled under pressure., • You are friendly and naturally engaging with a positive can-do attitude to customer support., • Committed to providing excellent customer support, written and verbal. What we’re really looking for: ✍️ Someone with a genuine interest in Chip and is excited about being part of a fast-growing company and our mission to build the investment super app of the future. Although we’re in the financial space, and under the scrutiny that comes with it, the current customer support team works well together, and even sometimes with a smile. We’re sure you’ve got the technical skills, otherwise, you would have stopped reading by now, so let us be clear on what will make us want to work with you. We want a real person, with interests outside of work, to join our team. You could be a dancer, a gamer, a musician, a parent, a hockey fan, or even that one person that still writes Twilight fan-fiction. Doesn’t matter to us. At the interview stages, we will be looking for empathy, eq, fun stories, and the ability to smile even when things are tough. PERKS 🎁 • £24,762 per annum, • Discretionary Performance-Related Bi-Annual Bonus of up to 10% (Cash) and 5% (Shares) based on your gross annual salary., • Workplace pension scheme - We invest in your future with a workplace pension scheme, contributing 5% on earnings up to £24,762. Plan ahead with confidence while you grow your career! 🚀, • Private medical insurance (medical history disregarded), • Employee Assistance Programme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Season ticket loan, • Free ChipX subscription for UK-based employees, • We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity, • Flexible working arrangements, • 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus the days between Christmas and New Year ✈️, • Annual training budget for courses, workshops, or conferences to help you advance your career., • £30 per month Chip Fitness Benefit to suit your Mental/Physical Wellbeing, • Company laptop, • Opportunity to have a huge impact on our product while fast-tracking your knowledge, responsibility and skills in a high-growth fintech startup 🚀 Our Interview Process: 📖 • Short take-home task, • Video interview with Head of Talent, • Video interview with the hiring manager & Team Lead, • Final interview with VP of Customer Support About Chip Our mission is to make our customers wealthy. We're building the wealth super app of the future. An app to build your long-term wealth across savings, investments and pensions. We use technology to break down barriers so users can invest like the ultra-wealthy, giving them one simple place to manage, grow and protect their wealth. The Sunday Times listed Chip as the 6th fastest growing tech company in Britain… and we're not slowing down. Chip serves over 300,000 active customers and looks after over £6billion in assets. These customers trust us to build the most amazing product we can, so working at Chip comes with real purpose. Chip is being built by a fast-growing team of designers, developers, customer service professionals, marketers, banking experts, and entrepreneurs. Our funding story though is a little different. Chip is one of the most crowd-funded businesses in Europe, having raised over £50m from 29,000 investors, over 9 years. Crowdfunding is in our DNA and only Brewdog has more investors than Chip. Our vision We know planning for your future can be a tedious, daunting task often avoided, so we want to change that. We're building the wealth app for our community, giving them one place for saving and investing. We're giving customers control and guidance to effortlessly build their long-term wealth using award-winning tech, while celebrating their achievements along the way. Who we are Chip has a creative and diverse team of 190, from all different backgrounds and industries. We’re driven and passionate people, but no one takes themselves too seriously. Don’t just take our word for it. We have a few awards under our belt, including Best Personal Finance App at the 2022, 2024 & 2025 British Bank Awards. Our Values Be ACCOUNTABLE Everything you do matters, Care about the end result, Challenge the norm, Disagree, yet commit to making it happen once a decision has been made, Do the best job possible Be BOLD Share our Ambition and do your bit to achieve it, Innovate: challenge the norm, break the mould and make it happen, Set goals that truly align with our mission, Do your best for our customers Be COLLABORATIVE Work cross-functionally - we win as a team, Build strong relationships based on trust, Treat others fairly and respectfully, Hold others to account, Be supportive and inclusive, Have fun together Equal Opportunities We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and home life. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities. Note to Agencies Chip does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruiters or employment agencies in response to any of our live roles on our career page. Chip will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to these unsolicited CVs. Chip explicitly reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Chip.

Are you a Junior Property Manager looking to step up, or a letting salesperson looking to get into Property Management? If so, here is the job for you! I'm supporting a client located in Colchester, looking for a Junior/Property Manager for their team. The business manages 84 developments and over 4,500 units. These consist of residential developments, estates and a mixture of both. Most of their clients are Residential Management Companies. The successful candidate will manage a portfolio that will encompass a mixture of blocks of flats, houses and estates and will report to the Head of Property Management whilst maintaining high standards of Property Management and Customer Service, ensuring client satisfaction. The chosen candidate will be qualified to at least ATPI but we will also consider candidates that are training or willing to train towards this, so not essential The Role: Managing a portfolio of developments Financial management, including setting and agreeing budgets Hosting AGM and Directors meetings Conducting site visits Creating tickets for work orders and managing maintenance enquiries Creating and maintaining client relationships Understanding and implementing Health and Safety or other legislative requirements Able to build up and maintain excellent relationships with directors The position also comes with a company car! Apply now

Head of Commercial Litigation | Essex Salary: Competitive DOE + Benefits Location: Essex Position: Full-Time, Permanent Our client, a highly regarded Essex law firm, is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Solicitor to lead and develop its Dispute Resolution department. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior litigation lawyer or existing Head of Department looking to join a progressive firm and play a key role in its continued growth. The successful candidate will oversee the department, manage a high-quality caseload, drive business development, and mentor junior team members. The Role The successful candidate will handle a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including: Contract disputes Shareholder and partnership disputes Debt recovery Professional negligence claims Commercial property disputes Director and business disputes Contentious insolvency matters Injunctive relief applications Landlord and tenant disputes High-value and complex commercial claims The role will involve managing matters from instruction through to resolution, including negotiation, mediation, ADR, and court proceedings where required. Key Responsibilities Leading and managing the Commercial Litigation department. Managing a complex caseload of commercial disputes. Providing strategic and commercially focused legal advice. Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors and support staff. Developing and maintaining strong client relationships. Identifying and securing new business opportunities. Supporting departmental growth and profitability. Ensuring compliance with SRA regulations and internal procedures. Working collaboratively with colleagues to maximise cross-referral opportunities. Requirements Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales. Ideally 8+ years' PQE in Commercial Litigation. Strong experience handling a broad range of commercial disputes. Previous leadership or supervisory experience. Proven business development and networking skills. Excellent communication, negotiation, and client management abilities. Commercially minded with a strategic approach to litigation. Ability to manage complex matters independently. The Opportunity Leadership role within a respected and growing firm. Opportunity to shape and develop the department. High-quality work and established client base. Genuine autonomy and responsibility. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Excellent career progression prospects. Competitive salary and benefits package. This role would suit an ambitious senior Commercial Litigation Solicitor seeking a leadership position with the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future growth and success of the department

We have 2,500 properties across Yorkshire and the North East, with our head office being based in York and offer an agile working model. At Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT), we're not just offering jobs - we're building a community of passionate people who want to make a real difference. The Com

Lincoln Cornhill is proud to be working with a reputable housing provider in the East Midlands who are seeking to appoint a permanent Head of Property Services. Review service performance, identify root causes of underperformance, and implement targeted improvement plans. Lead operational change pro

Head of Case Management (Property). Head of Case Management (Property Moving). Strong understanding of the home‑moving process (property, mortgages, conveyancing or financial services).

Lincoln Cornhill is proud to be working with a District Council based in the South East to source an interim Head of Property Services on an interim contract for 6-12 months. Drive a culture of zero harm and ensure tenant safety is the priority consideration of all work programmes undertaken by inte

Working closely with the firm's leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the performance and development of the Commercial Property department, ensuring the delivery of exceptional client service and maintaining high technical standards across the team. The successful candidate will p

Head of Property | Premium Retail & Experience-Led Brand. Property sits at the heart of the business - not just as an operational function, but as a key driver of:. Deep understanding of retail property structures.

Head of Property Litigation – London. Establish and enhance the firm’s profile in the London property market. Previous experience launching or growing a practice, team or office in London would be highly advantageous.

Portfolio Management: Oversee the day-to-day operations of a diverse portfolio of commercial properties located around the Northwest of England and North Wales, ensuring they are well maintained. Head of Commercial Property Management. High level of integrity and professionalism.

Head of Customer (Experience & Operations). Working with a fast-growing, mission-led property business that’s genuinely trying to do things differently within the housing space. They’ve built a strong reputation by transforming vacant buildings into affordable homes for young professionals, crea

Head of Asset Management & Commercial Property. Maximise the financial and operational performance of the estate, aligning property use with corporate priorities. We treat our obligations for the safety of children and vulnerable adults seriously and expect our staff to be committed to the principle

Madison Berkeley is seeking an Equity Partner - Head of Property Management to establish and lead a new Commercial Property Management platform in Central London. The role involves overseeing a team of Management Surveyors, managing a diverse commercial portfolio, and integrating property management

The role requires deep knowledge of the UK property market, strong sales skills, and experience working with local authorities. Apex Airspace Development is looking for a Business Development Manager in London to lead growth through property acquisition and marketing initiatives.

Develop external and internal value propositions and materials to enhance the profile and promotion of Willis Claims solutions, ensuring alignment with relevant internal stakeholders (in the specialty and globally) and working within the context of the company’s growth strategy and the framework o

Head of Residential Conveyancing (10+ PQE). Proven leadership experience or clear readiness to step into a Head of role. If you are the type of conveyancer who enjoys.

G2 Legal is seeking a Head of Department for Commercial Property and Agriculture at the Partner level in Colchester. This role offers a chance to lead and grow a well-established, Agricultural and Rural Property offering within a supportive culture. The ideal candidate will have significant experien

A leading national property consultancy is seeking an experienced Head of Building Surveying to take ownership of a well established and successful service line within their Cambridge office. Take ownership of the strategic direction and growth of the service line. The role offers a broad and balanc

B Corp™ is seeking a Head of Customer (Experience & Operations) to enhance customer engagement within the property sector. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment with experience across property, hospitality, or customer operations.

Lumesse is seeking a Head of Sales for their Chiswick office in Greater London.

As Head of Property Services you’ll be expected to deliver Property Services with a tenant-focused approach, ensuring full compliance with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements, including those set by the Scottish Housing Regulator. Shape the future with us as Head of Property Service

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced property professional to take full ownership of a varied and meaningful portfolio — residential properties, commercial buildings, and historic monuments across the UK — on behalf of a respected veterans charity. Experience of property valuation, cont

Tenth Revolution Group is seeking a Head of Case Management (Property Moving) to lead a high-performing team that optimizes the home-moving journey. The ideal candidate will have experience in customer operations and a strong understanding of property and financial services. Proficiency in D365 CE/A

As part of this growth, they are seeking to appoint an experienced and commercially driven Head of Property & Project Delivery to oversee the delivery of multiple construction projects nationwide. Head of Property & Project Delivery Hybrid Opportunity. I am currently working on behalf of one of the

Director – Head of Property Management. Join a high-performing and lively group of people who share one thing – enthusiasm for the week ahead and the future of the company. This role will include managing a small team of commercial property managers, as well as business development and a strong

Head of Department – Commercial Property & Agriculture (Partner Level). A well-established, Legal 500-recognised regional firm is looking to appoint a senior Commercial Property lawyer to lead and grow its Agricultural & Rural Property offering. You’ll take ownership of a broad mix of commercial

Woodhouse Property Recruitment is seeking an experienced Head of Building Surveying for their Cambridge office. This senior leadership role offers the chance to lead a successful team and shape the future of a well-established service line.

Job title: Head of Residential Property. A dynamic and innovative law firm is seeking an experienced professional to lead their Residential Property team. You'll handle all legal aspects of property buying and selling, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in business development and departmental

Develop external and internal value propositions and materials to enhance the profile and promotion of Willis Claims solutions, ensuring alignment with relevant internal stakeholders (in the specialty and globally) and working within the context of the company’s growth strategy and the framework o

Turner Property Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well‑established and highly respected property consultancy to appoint a Head of Building Surveying at Partner level for their Cambridge office. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving the growth of the Building Surveying

As Head of Property at London Gatwick, you will be responsible for shaping and delivering the airport’s real estate and property development strategy, ensuring alignment with broader commercial priorities and long‑term growth ambitions. W Talent Property and Real Estate are excited to partner wi

Adrian Fisher Associates is looking for a Head of Property & Project Delivery in the Greater London area. This unique hybrid opportunity is perfect for ambitious professionals seeking to thrive in an entrepreneurial environment.

Executive Assistant supporting the Head of Real Estate, 6 direct reports and a wider team of circa 25. Taking ownership of projects and driving efficiencies, including use of AI tools. Based in London, offering a salary of.

As Head of Commercial you will be an integral part of a professional legal team delivering legal advice and support to all aspects of the Council's services. Head of Commercial – Planning, Property, Contracts. Sellick Partnership is delighted to be working with a London based Local Authority to so

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Head of Property Management to oversee and manage our social housing property portfolio based in Camden, NW6. Proficiency in property management software and financial reporting tools. Head of Property Management – West Hampstead, NW6.

As Head of Commercial you will be an integral part of a professional legal team delivering legal advice and support to all aspects of the Council's services. Sellick Partnership is delighted to be working with a London based Local Authority to source an interim Head of Commercial to line manage the

Islington Council is looking for a dynamic Head of Legal Services to lead its legal team in Greater London. This role involves managing various legal areas, providing advice to senior officials, and ensuring the effective administration of council meetings. Offering up to 31 days leave, flexible wor

A chance to build and shape a developing office with strong existing support from our Liverpool headquarters. JB Leitch is a specialist property litigation firm with a strong reputation across the North West and an ambitious strategy for national expansion. Overseeing quality, compliance, and operat

Head of Property (Commercial Property Focus). For the right individual, this offers the chance to step into a position of real influence and become the driving force behind an already successful property offering. We're currently working with a highly regarded law firm that is looking to appoint a s

Job Search Place Limited is looking to recruit a Head of Sales for their Chiswick office.