Opportunity Details

The client is seeking a Strategic Estates & Property Director to lead their property strategy across the UK and Ireland. The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping and delivering the long-term property vision, focusing on operational excellence, customer accessibility, and commercial return. This role involves overseeing estates, construction, and facilities management, as well as managing multi-million-pound capital budgets and ensuring strong governance.

The ideal candidate will have experience leading a multi-site retail or trade-based property portfolio, with a strong track record of delivering value through lease management, asset optimization, and strategic growth. They should possess deep knowledge of estates management, construction, and facilities across a complex and growing footprint. The Strategic Estates & Property Director will work closely with senior stakeholders from various departments to ensure property plans align with commercial, operational, and customer objectives.

This is a unique opportunity to join the client as a key member of the senior leadership team and make a significant impact on the future of their physical estate. The successful candidate will have the chance to lead a high-performing property function, develop talent, and drive cultural change within the organization. If you are a strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen and a passion for innovation in the retail sector, this role offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the client's property strategy for years to come.