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We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic property professional to become our Associate Director of Estates. This is a new senior leadership position that is essential to provide strong strategic direction for a large and complex estate and ensure the University can deliver its long-term growth and transformation plans aligned with our University Strategy 2035. You will be crucial in maximising value, managing risk, and overseeing the multi-million-pound capital programmes that will define the future of our campus.
Job Responsibility:
Provide senior leadership, assisting the Director of Estates and Facilities
Be responsible for the strategic planning, development, and optimisation of the University’s built estate
Lead the Estates Masterplan and deliver major capital projects
Ensure statutory and building safety compliance
Oversee critical functions, including asset management and space utilisation
Maximise financial and strategic value from the University’s land and property portfolio
Strengthen organisational capacity to manage estate risks and maintain safe, compliant, and sustainable facilities
Requirements:
Proven senior leadership experience in strategic estate management and planning
Extensive experience leading and delivering complex, multi-million-pound capital programmes
Deep expertise in asset management, space utilisation, and building safety/statutory compliance
The ability to secure financial and strategic value from physical assets
What we offer:
Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme
Long Service Recognition - £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service
Free Will Writing Service - Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners
IT & Mobile Discounts - EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts
Wellbeing and Mental Health Support - 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service
Gym memberships discounts – at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton
Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution
Flu Vouchers - Free flu vaccinations for staff
Paycare Health Benefit Plan - Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance
Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services
Generous Annual Leave
Flexible & Agile Working - Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements
Free On-site Parking - available across campuses
Cycle Benefits Scheme - Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice
Employee Discounts - Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment
Travel Discounts - Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles
Staff Network and Inclusion - Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks
Library Access - Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries
Staff Scholarship Scheme - Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
Leadership and Management Development - Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career