Greendale Group Seeks to Appoint Head of Property

Greendale Group is looking to appoint a Group Head of Property to join our team based in Exeter. The Greendale Group is a successful family company which boasts a diverse range of businesses including the Greendale Business Park (close to Exeter and the M5), Greendale Farm Shop, a large working farm (2,000 acres), a fishing business (23 vessels), Exmouth Marina, as well as a number of other investments in both commercial and residential property across the South West. The Company is currently developing future exciting and ambitious growth plans.  This key role has responsibility for all of the Group’s property interests including the Greendale Business Park and reports directly to the MD and will be pivotal in ensuring the company realises its future potential.

Responsibilities:

·        Management of commercial and residential portfolios across the business including the Greendale Business Park covering all aspects of property management: marketing, lettings, rent reviews, debt control, planning consent, insurance, maintenance and property improvements.

·        Leading strategic expansion and development plans for the business including responsibility for overseeing planning applications.

·        Reporting to the Board on key financial performance of the property portfolio.

·        Identifying and developing projects to maximise commercial utility of property across the business including evaluating joint venture agreements, option agreements, promotion agreements and similar where appropriate.

·        Appointing and managing consultants and advisors as required including architects, planning consultants, engineers, contractors, solicitors, agents and other professionals.

·        Liaising with external stakeholders including local authorities and other statutory bodies.

·        Preparation and delivery of property budgets and property maintenance programmes.

·        Manage the all areas of the Company’s property requirements including identifying property requirements for other parts of the Group’s business (for example, farmland and fishing).

Requirements:

·        Professional Membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) - ideally Chartered.

·        Significant experience of managing a diverse range of properties/tenants at a strategic level.

·        Track record of building strong working relationships with local authorities and statutory bodies.

·        Knowledge of the Greater Exeter Strategic Plan / East Devon Local Plan would be highly beneficial.

·        Highly commercial, excellent negotiation skills and the ability to influence at all levels.

·        Highly organised and efficient.

·        Strong IT skills (advanced Excel).

The role of Group Head of Property offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package which includes a basic salary, bonus and company car allowance.  If you are an experienced property professional seeking a new, challenging and exciting opportunity, this could be the right role for you. Please contact William Carter for a confidential chat on 07585 118998.

Closing Date: 8th November 2019