Commercial Property Head of Department Job at Douglas Scott (New Malden)

Head of Commercial Property Department

My client is a reputable North London firm seeking an experienced Senior Commerc...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

70000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified solicitor with significant commercial property experience
Proven team management and business development skills
Strong negotiation and communication abilities.

Job Responsibility

Lead and develop the Commercial Property Department
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Oversee complex transactions and provide expert legal advice
Mentor team members and promote professional growth
Stay updated on market trends and legislation.

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunities for professional development
A collaborative work environment with high-profile clients.

Fulltime

Head of Commercial Property

An outstanding opportunity has arisen with my client, a well-established and res...

Location

United Kingdom , Crosby, Liverpool

Salary:

60000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A qualified solicitor or lawyer with a minimum of 4 years’ experience in commercial property law
Confident managing a broad caseload and advising clients on complex property transactions
Commercially minded with strong leadership potential and excellent client-facing skills
Able to balance autonomy with team collaboration
Motivated, organised, and ready to step into a senior leadership role

Job Responsibility

Lead and develop the Commercial Property department, taking full ownership of team performance, business development, and client relationships
Handle a varied caseload including commercial conveyancing, leases, development agreements, secured lending and disposals
Drive cross-referrals and work closely with other departments to maximise client service and opportunities
Play a central role in strategic planning and future growth

What we offer

25 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Clear path to Directorship
The opportunity to work in a highly collaborative, supportive, and well-respected team

Fulltime

Head of Residential Property Department

Are you an experienced Residential Property Solicitor ready to take the next ste...

Location

United Kingdom , Greater London

Salary:

70000.00 - 80000.00 GBP / Year

Douglas Scott

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A minimum of 8+ years' PQE in Residential Conveyancing
Proven leadership experience within a law firm environment
Strong technical expertise across a range of property transactions
Excellent client care and commercial awareness
Track record of managing, developing, or mentoring a team

Job Responsibility

Leading the residential property team, providing guidance, supervision, and mentorship
Managing a high-quality caseload of residential property matters, including freehold, leasehold, new builds, and high-value transactions
Overseeing compliance, quality standards, and risk management within the department
Driving business development, marketing, and client relationship strategies
Working closely with partners and the wider leadership team on departmental growth

What we offer

Hybrid working options
Supportive partnership team and investment in long-term departmental growth
Opportunity to make a significant impact and shape the future of the team

Fulltime

Estates Manager

We are looking to recruit a RICs Qualified Estates Manager to manage the Group’s...

Location

United Kingdom , Park Royal

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

RICs Qualified
Educated to a degree standard within an Estate Management or Property Transactional related area
At least 5 years' general property experience, preferably within a retail and/or multi-site environment
Excellent knowledge and experience of convenience retail sector
Experienced at negotiating as a tenant to secure the best renewals of leases
Experienced at negotiating with tenants to secure the best returns on investment
Excellent Project Management skills
Experience of property acquisitions and estates management
Contacts and standing in the Property sector
Good commercial acumen and experience of financial responsibilities

Job Responsibility

Manage the Group’s UK property portfolio (Circa 150 stores and 70 Residential units nationally)
Lead on landlord and tenant, day to day estates, transactions, rating, property lease management and negotiations
Work with the Head of Property to develop a mid to long-term strategy for the business
Be responsible for leading and negotiating Transactions (acquisitions and dispositions), Lease Renewals and Rent Reviews on an ongoing basis
Undertake an allocated amount of L&T jobs directly (only outsourcing to consultants where necessary)
Manage Business Rates Liability for the company
Lead negotiations on Dilapidation disputes
Provide forecasting around costs associated with the estate
Maximise opportunities for currently under-utilised space within the portfolio
Work with and manage a Property Co-ordinator

New

Head of Department - Business Development (property)

A leading developer is seeking a strategic Head of Business Development to lead ...

Location

Malaysia , Kuala Lumpur

Salary:

17000.00 - 22000.00 MYR / Month

Randstad

Expiration Date

March 19, 2026

Requirements

Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience in Business Development, Investment, or Property Development
At least 5 years in a senior leadership role, with proven success in managing high-performing teams and reporting to Board-level stakeholders
Demonstrated experience in conducting complex feasibility studies, advanced financial modelling, and project financing, specifically for large-scale property or mixed-use developments

Job Responsibility

Asset Optimisation: Implement strategic plans to unlock land-bank value through innovative commercial, mixed-use, and interim development models
Commercial Viability: Conduct rigorous analysis of demand projections, project finance structures, and NPV/IRR scenarios to ensure alignment with financial goals
Strategic Alliances: Identify, negotiate, and lead high-stakes Joint Ventures (JVs) and alliances that expand market presence and asset performance
Deal Structuring: Spearhead the formulation of business models and project financing to ensure new ventures are commercially robust
Capability Building: Mentor and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and commercial excellence

Business Director, Private Sales

Business partner to the Americas Global Fine Art departments focused on driving ...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

100000.00 - 120000.00 USD / Year

Sotheby's

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Educated to Degree level (MBA or other post graduate business-related qualifications are an advantage)
Post qualification business experience, ideally in a financial or business support role
Excellent math and numeracy skills with deep understanding of financial terminology
A solid understanding of the art world, and ideally experience in an international auction house
Ability to communicate at all seniority levels
strong communication skills as it relates to delivering key financial commentary on sales budget, forecast, and achievements to both senior management and specialist departments
Ability to work under pressure and to very tight deadlines
Capable of pro-actively manage own workload with minimal supervision
Confident team player, capable of working well independently and as part of a busy team
Highly organized, detail oriented, multi-tasker

Job Responsibility

Partner with relationship managers and senior business getters to drive sales and revenue stream accountability
accountable for tracking deal movement on weekly basis with reference to the overall annual goals
Responsible for pipeline presentation and discussion with heads of departments, specialists, and relationship managers
Oversee and lead consignments from negotiations until final settlement, with oversight from senior Business Management where appropriate
Budget planning preparation in partnership with GM, head of sale and/or head of department
Partner with financial analyst for (1) month end close (2) forecasting (3) general ongoing P&L maintenance
Develop financial models/scenarios to support deals for all revenue streams
approve/escalate for commercial team approval where appropriate
Deal related cost review and approval
Translate financial results and KPIs into operational recommendations to optimize the business

What we offer

Discretionary bonus
Competitive benefits package

New

Head Chef

Four Points by Sheraton - where timeless classics are integrated with modern det...

Location

New Zealand , Auckland

Salary:

Not provided

Marriott Bonvoy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Trade Industry Qualification or completion of Commercial Cookery Qualification
Passion for the industry, particular in hotels
Relevant experience in a Head Chef position in hotels
Experience leading large teams
Experience in large matrix organisations
Full and current working rights in New Zealand
Enthusiastic to escalate your career
Self-motivated, driven and energized in a fast paced environment
Lead with integrity and honesty
Armed with smart solutions and a can-do attitude

Job Responsibility

Oversee all operations of the kitchen in collaboration with the hotel’s executive leadership team
Provide strategic support as the head chef of the kitchen department
Responsible for the establishment of all restaurant, banquet and conferencing menus, keeping the traveller in mind
Lead the culinary team regarding all aspects of food production, set ups & timings for daily events
Lead the kitchen team through coaching and delegation
Ensure there is management support and presence visible in each outlet throughout each service period
Understand traveller’s requirements, creating classic and timeless experiences through each travellers experience
Ensure compliance to Work, Health and Safety, Hygiene and HACCP standards
Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external
Ensure you and the team uphold all company policies and procedures whilst upholding Four Points core values

What we offer

Exclusive staff discounts on food and beverage and hotel rooms (including all properties within the Marriott International group) for you, your family and friends
mPerks reward and discount portal
Complimentary on-site gym membership
Time off to pursue your passion through sabbatical leave
Paid leave during your birthday month
Grow, develop, and progress with internationally recognized training programs, unlimited strategic development and exciting career opportunities within the Marriott International group
Genuine care for associates’ physical, emotional and financial wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Program
Opportunity to receive Employee Referral Incentives and get paid for working with your friend
Work for the Largest Hotel Network in the World which values equality, diversity and inclusiveness

Fulltime

Valuations Manager

Act as the main client liaison between clients and Sotheby’s specialists for all...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

Sotheby's

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Auctioneer degree and art education skills
At minimum 2 years of experience as generalist
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
Great client skills
Fluency in English and an additional foreign language is a plus
High sense of confidentiality
Numerical, analytical and detail skills
High computer literacy
Flexible approach to working hours and being prepared to travel extensively in France and Europe as and when required
Able to work under pressure, keeping to tight deadlines

Job Responsibility

Oversee the entire valuation process: carry out pre-valuation visits, to assess the contents of properties, calculate fees, organize the correct team of specialists and valuers for client visits, write briefs, proofing and act as quality check before documents are sent to the client
Visiting clients in order to prepare draft and formal valuations for sale, insurance, tax and estate purposes
Preparing this work in the form of accurate and detailed cataloguing in a timely and efficient manner and to the highest technical standards
Maintaining the highest standards of integrity and trustworthiness and maintaining complete client confidentiality at all times
Liaising with the Expert Departments within Sotheby’s in order that valuations are produced to the highest standards of description and accuracy
Direct, manage and oversee the resulting multi-departmental consignments: supervise the labelling and shipment of property, liaise with specialists regarding sale dates, estimates, reserves, maintain all correspondence with clients and ensure correct payment is made
Act as the ‘glue’ holding together every aspect of the consignment pre- and post-sale process to ensure that all commitments and deadlines are met (both client and internal)
Direct and manage the consignment team throughout the proposal and pitch process in conjunction with senior business generators and/or the relationship manager
Review the commercial potential and sale opportunities of each valuation, discussing the best approach to take with the Department Head of Valuation & Collections, whether the valuation should be carried out or not and the approach to charges
Possess detailed knowledge of the correct principles to Sotheby’s valuations

Fulltime

Commercial Property Head of Department

Douglas Scott

Location:
United Kingdom , New Malden

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 16, 2025

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