Head of Property.

Strategy & Leadership

• Lead and develop the organisation’s Property function, including the sourcing, evaluation, and acquisition of multiple sites to support growth and expansion.
• Design, implement, and manage an efficient site identification and acquisition process.
• Assess the feasibility and commercial viability of potential sites, providing data-driven recommendations to senior leadership.
• Offer expert advice and guidance to the executive team and board on planning, development, and construction matters on a site-by-site basis.
• Negotiate key property agreements, including Heads of Terms, Agreements for Lease, leases, and licences with landlords and external partners.
• Prepare and oversee development budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure plans, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Manage the end-to-end planning, development, and construction lifecycle for new projects.
• Oversee the maintenance and operational performance of the existing property portfolio.
• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing property team capable of delivering on organisational goals.

Pipeline Expansion

• Lead all pipeline activities, including identifying new opportunities, engaging with potential landlords and partners, and managing negotiations from early engagement through to completion.
• Maintain accurate tracking of pipeline performance and feedback, using insights to refine acquisition and expansion strategies.
• Report regularly on property strategy, performance, and progress to the senior leadership team and board.
• Manage and nurture relationships with external consultants, agents, and stakeholders, ensuring consistency of communication and representation.
• Leverage technology and data to strengthen the property pipeline, enhance efficiency, and support the organisation’s long-term growth plans.

• Professional qualification (e.g. MRICS or equivalent) with significant experience in a senior property development, land acquisition, or estate management role - ideally within a multi-site or growth-focused environment.
• Strong understanding of property law, leasing structures, planning processes, and construction management.
• Proven experience in developing and delivering multi-site property strategies, supported by the use of digital tools and data-driven platforms for site analysis and project tracking.
• Demonstrated financial and commercial acumen, with a track record of delivering projects successfully and managing development budgets effectively.
• Comfortable working at both a strategic and operational level, with the ability to move seamlessly between long-term planning and hands-on delivery.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience in building, mentoring, and managing teams, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance.

• Opportunity to play a leading role in one of the UK’s fastest growing companies in the sector.
• Autonomy to build and lead a function from the ground up
• Flexible working environment with scope to shape your role
• Regular team events.
• Salary £70-120k DOE & Inc Car Allowance, plus OTE