Overview

The City Surveyor’s Department is responsible for the management of the City of London Corporation’s property investment portfolio, corporate real estate, property/construction projects and the operational management and day-to-day outsourced facilities management services of both portfolios. The City Surveyor is the organisation’s Head of Profession for Estates and Facilities Management. Within City Surveyor’s the Regeneration & Development Group is responsible for the disposal of strategic sites from across the City Corporation’s portfolios via sales, development agreements, and joint ventures with developers; and directly responsible for the preservation of its heritage estate portfolio comprising of over 800 assets through strategic conservation management.

Regeneration and Development

The City of London Corporation is seeking a forward-thinking and experienced Assistant Director of Site Disposals to join a small team focused on the regeneration of c.70 acres of prime land within Greater London.

This is a strategic senior leadership role within our Regeneration & Development Team deputising and under the leadership of Chris Bonner, Director of Regeneration & Development. The role supports the Market Sites Regeneration Programme.

You will be responsible for driving the disposal of complex high-profile sites within the City’s Estate and City Fund valued in excess of £100m. This will include the strategy and master planning of each site, the development of a business plan, and managing the marketing & sales process.

The role will manage joint venture structures to deliver value and retain control of design and end-uses, managing multidisciplinary teams of consultants.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead and manage a dedicated team responsible for all aspects of major disposals and ensure appropriate control of staff and resources within that team.
• Lead on the negotiation and completion of site disposals, reviewing development appraisals to establish the optimal disposal methodologies through headleases, development agreements, or joint venture agreements.
• Deliver continued influence over the land uses – including identifying and implementing joint venture opportunities for the delivery of developments and masterplans.
• Appraise development sites and market of development properties for sale including grant of development agreements where appropriate.
• Lead on the annual valuation of the Regeneration & Development portfolio.
• Procure and manage external Development Managers in the delivery of development and refurbishment projects.
• Deputise for the Director of Regeneration & Development, attending Committee meetings, internal/external working parties, and representative groups.

What We\'re Looking For

• Chartered RICS or equivalent professional accreditation with ongoing CPD and significant post qualification experience in site disposals.
• Demonstrable experience working in development activity in the Central London commercial markets at a senior level leading a high performing team, complex workload, and managing external contractors, consultants, and specialists.
• A thorough understanding of a range of financial concepts for central London property development.
• Strong political and organisational awareness with the ability to influence, manage and negotiate with collaborate with senior stakeholders, contractors, and specialists.
• Excellent communication, risk management, and financial planning skills.

Why Join Us?

• Influence major regeneration, community, and placemaking initiatives for one of the world's most iconic and complex public institutions.
• Join a collaborative and inclusive team committed to high performance and innovation.
• Benefit from flexible hybrid working and strong support for wellbeing and professional growth.
• Access a generous pension scheme, annual leave, and staff benefits.
• Help shape the future and create meaningful change across the Square Mile and beyond.
• Apply now and play a key role in delivering modern and inclusive regeneration and development masterplans for the City of London.