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What To Expect
As Head of Property you will oversee the management, acquisition, and development of the company's property portfolio that we require to develop, test and build our VX4 aircraft. You will manage and lead a growing team which provides facility, workplaces and project management services to the business.
The role requires strategic planning, leadership, and operational management to achieve the overall business objectives. You will lead acquisition and disposal of properties, including negotiations, due diligence and transaction management.
You will manage property development projects from inception to completion; ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget and to the required quality standards. Preparing and managing the property budget, monitoring financial performance and ensuring cost-effective operations.
What You'll Do
- Develop and implement property strategies and business cases for our future engineering, manufacturing and test facilities aligned with the company’s goals and objectives
- Oversee the management of all current and future company properties, ensuring they are maintained to a high standard and comply with all relevant regulations.
- Lead the acquisition and disposal of properties, including negotiations, due diligence, and transaction management.
- Manage property development projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
- Prepare and manage the property budget, monitor financial performance, and ensure cost-effective operations.
- Lead and develop the property and facilities teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including tenants, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with property management and development activities.
What You'll Bring
- Demonstrable experience of acquiring, developing and managing large property portfolios within an industrial environment, Aerospace, Manufacturing or Automotive.
- Track record of success in growing and scaling a companies real estate portfolio either domestically or at an international level.
- Previous experience in senior management role where you have lead, coached a high-performing team and held ownership for the organisations property budget.
- Strong experience of developing and managing facilities within a manufacturing environment.
- Excellent contract negotiation and communication skills.
- Strong project/programme management experience.
- Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
- Bachelors degree in Property Management or related field and Professional certification in property management.
What can you expect from us?
We're on a mission. Where others see limits, we see opportunity, and we work at pace. Working at Vertical isn't your average role but for those seeking a challenge, a flexible, supportive organisation and an incredible team; working here is an opportunity to do the best work of your career.
Our approach promotes ingenuity and courage, while our environment builds success through diligence in safety and being open in the way we work. The only way we're going to assure the next chapter of aviation history is by working as a team, relentlessly, towards our goal.
Our Benefits
Our people matter - we're not going anywhere without them. Which is why our company benefits go beyond the essentials.
- 26 days holiday, plus bank holiday
- 5 extra days per year to buy (or sell)
- 5 extra days holiday when you get married or enter a civil partnership
- Additional 4% of your salary to spend on extra benefits
- Award-winning digital health and wellbeing service (Help@Hand)
- Company Share Scheme - open to every Vertical employee
- Company Pension Scheme - 5% and we match it
- Breakfast on us, every day
We may just be the hardest job you've ever had, but we're confident it will be the most rewarding. Join the team today and help us shape the future of Advanced Air Mobility.
Disclaimer Statement
We encourage you to apply even if you may not have all the experience listed in the advert. We recognise that talent comes in various forms and we are committed to providing opportunities that create an environment of growth, diversity, and inclusion for everyone. As part of our desire to review and make our processes fair, we may ask you questions related to these aspects during the application process. For more information on how we will use your data, see our Legal section.