Head of Property

Airport Retail Enterprises UK Ltd
London

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Job details

Full-time
£60,000 - £75,000 a year
6 hours ago

Benefits

Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

Cost management
Sustainability strategy
Stakeholder liaison
Facilities management
Internal department liaison
Cost control
Compliance management
Project schedule tracking
Property management

Full job description

We believe airport customers deserve better - we ARE here to delight.

Join our dynamic family-run airport hospitality business as Head of Property to support our growth and form an integral part of the senior management team.

This role is tasked with ensuring the smooth and effective operation of the property function across both new and existing estate. Reporting to the COO, the role will encompass all elements of property function and will work directly with the airport operations teams.

Main Duties:

Work with the operations team to optimise the maintenance process across the business.

Oversee and support all aspects of the new fit-out process, acting as the central liaison for operations.

Collaborate with the finance team to monitor, control, and manage capex spend.

Serve as the key link between teams, ensuring all requirements are gathered, communicated, and represented effectively.

Manage and communicate project timelines across the business, ensuring all teams understand their responsibilities and implications.

Work closely with the design team to ensure project objectives are met on time and within budget.

Develop and implement a sustainability strategy across all property-related areas.

Maintain strong relationships with General Managers across the estate to ensure smooth operations and ongoing collaboration.

Ensure day-to-day maintenance objectives are met through the effective use of Access Maintain property software.

Work with the operations team to optimise the maintenance process across the business.

Own and manage compliance processes, ensuring all regulatory requirements are met across the estate.

Relevant Experience:

Great communicator and able to influence people across business functions.

Ability to work at a fast pace and deliver to, at times, challenging timelines.

Experience managing multi-site operations

Knowledge of budgeting and cost control (capex, opex)

Strong understanding of building maintenance and compliance

Ability to manage contractors and suppliers

Familiarity with property management software

Strong understanding of how to manage new site fit outs directly with clients.

Expertise in the PPM tender process, from procurement to ongoing contract management.

Our values, Growth, Respect, Innovation, Togetherness (GRIT) are reflected in the behaviours we demand. ARE you;

Curious, passionate and resilient

Responsible, hard-working and keen to help others

Willing to show up, be positive and have FUN!

If so, we welcome you to apply.

Salary & Benefits

NEST pension

Free meals while on duty at the site

Private Health Cover

Car Allowance

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and well-being support from day one.

28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing by 1 day a year up to a maximum of 32 days.

Please note:
All successful candidates will be required to:

Provide proof of their right to work in the UK.
Secure an Airport Security ID Pass, which we will assist with.
The application process requires the production of a valid passport, a criminal record check, and five years of personal and employment references.
The application process requires the production of a valid passport, a criminal record check, and five years of personal and employment references.

If you have the skill and enthusiasm we’re looking for and would like to be part of our team, please apply today!

Equal Opportunities
At ARE Ltd, we recognise the value of diversity and inclusivity in fostering a truly remarkable experience for all our customers. Our commitment extends beyond retail to building a workforce that reflects the wide array of perspectives and experiences found across the UK. We believe that embracing diversity in our teams enables us to provide exceptional service and innovation.

We are dedicated to ensuring all our employees are treated fairly and equitably at work, with a strong commitment to promoting equity in both physical and mental health for everyone. To achieve this, we encourage applications from individuals of disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds, disabled persons, LGBTQ+ community members, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, and those with lived experiences of discrimination.

Accessibility and Adjustments
ARE Ltd is committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process. We strive to be as accommodating as possible to ensure all candidates can participate fully. If you have specific requirements or need adjustments at any stage of the application or interview process, please do not hesitate to get in touch. In your application, feel free to indicate your preferred pronouns (for example - she/her/hers, he/him/his, they/them/theirs, etc.) to help us better address and respect your identity throughout the process.

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