Head of Acquisition and Disposals - Nationwide

​ Job reference 323204 Head of Acquisition and Disposals - Nationwide

Competitive salary plus attractive benefits including company car allowance or cash equivalent, bonus potential, healthcare, company pension scheme with highly competitive contribution rates and generous annual leave offering of 27.5 days, plus bank holidays. Permanent, Full time Nationwide with travel

With c1750 properties and 33 million sq. ft. of space across the UK, Royal Mail’s property portfolio is one of the largest corporate estates in Europe. This portfolio includes mail centres, parcel depots, local delivery offices and even our new state-of-the-art fully automated parcel superhubs. The size, reach and diversity of the estate is vast alongside the potential to develop your career within one of the UKs largest and most recognisable postal logistics operators. The role

We have a vacancy for a Head of Acquisitions and Disposals. The main purpose of this role will be to lead the Acquisition and Disposals team and ensure that all acquisitions, disposals and allocated development projects for Royal Mail Group are delivered in accordance with the agreed timescales, within project budgets and whilst minimising any risk exposure to the Group.

Reporting to the Real Estate Director you will lead your team on all acquisition and disposal activities and you will have overall responsibility for the management of all relevant projects through to handover. Other accountabilities

The delivery of leasehold and freehold acquisitions and freehold disposals on properties with wide ranging values. The management and coordination of disposal strategies for Royal Mail’s surplus properties to maximise sale proceeds. Ensure the instructing and management of specialist consultants/advisors are carried out in a timely manner. The management of all costs associated with projects, including agreeing fees in advance and controlling costs. Work with the Property Strategy team and Property Finance to ensure that all costs associated with a new acquisitions or disposals are captured and contained within relevant board and the investment plans. Where required, lead the supplier management of allocated firms on the Asset Management framework to ensure supplier performance. Extract and input financial information for reporting and budgetary purposes. Ensure that all activities comply with legislative requirements and RM procurement policies.

About you You need to demonstrate the following on your CV:

Strong acquisition and disposal background, preferably from the industrial logistics sector, with a track record of significant acquisitions and/or disposals projects. A Member or Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with a minimum of 10 years post qualification experience. A good and wide ranging knowledge of commercial property markets in the UK. Experience of leading an internal professional team. Demonstrable history of management of property consultants and other professionals e.g. agents, lawyers, planning consultants, project managers. Experience of the planning process including change of use applications for commercial premises. Ability to maintain and manage multiple activities for a range of project streams. High level of drive and initiative, capable of working at all levels within Royal Mail and external organisations. Capable of working independently with minimal supervision, whilst also being able to work well in a team. Good communication, presentation and influencing skills at all levels. Positive, innovative and inquisitive approach.

Location - This is a nationwide role, the location is flexible but the requirement to travel throughout the UK is essential.

Closing Date: Monday 7th April. Please note, this advert may close early if the appropriate number of applications has been reached.

Extra Benefits • Family friendly support - enhanced maternity pay, paternity leave, adoption leave and shared parental leave • Discounts and offers - there are more than 800 offers to help you save on things like groceries, days out, holidays and your household bills*. • Supportive and generous company sick pay • Your Wellbeing - you and your family have 24/7 access to services and tools to help you get the most out of life. From your physical and mental health to financial and social support and advice. It’s free, and it’s for everyone. *Available only to perm employees

Trust forms the foundation of everything we do in Royal Mail. We want to be transparent about what kind of qualities we are looking for and build trust from the very beginning of your journey with us. The first step is your interview, and we mean ‘your’ interview. We want to give you the opportunity to shine. To enable you to do this, we will provide you with your interview questions ahead of the interview taking place. This will allow you time to prepare, and ensure you have your best examples in mind. Royal Mail Group values both trust, and our people.

Royal Mail are proud of our diverse employee network groups and the active role they play to support belonging and encourage a positive work environment. We are firmly committed to inclusion and passionate about our people representing the communities we serve. We are happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Please share the details within your application if required.

We are Forces family friendly and a Gold signatory to the Armed Forces Covenant. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.

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