Head of Acquisitions and Disposals EXCLUSIVE to Hays for a West London Borough Your new role The role focusses on leading property acquisitions and disposals, ensuring compliance with the Council's financial and legal frameworks. Key responsibilities include managing valuations according to RICS standards, developing a strategic vision for the Disposals and Acquisitions function, and analysing market trends to identify opportunities. The position also involves overseeing strategic development initiatives, managing project budgets, and fostering a high-performance culture within the team. Additionally, it requires advising stakeholders on acquisitions, negotiating joint ventures, building relationships with external partners, and representing the Council in high-level negotiations. Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and responding to public enquiries are also essential duties. What you'll need to succeed Full membership at the Chartered or Fellow level of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS or FRICS). Experience in working within a public sector organisation. Extensive experience in senior leadership positions within property development, acquisitions, and disposals. Strong background in property valuation, compliant with RICS Valuation Standards and best practices. Proven success in delivering high-value, complex property development projects on schedule and within budget. Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, emphasising long-term value creation. Outstanding leadership skills, capable of motivating, mentoring, and empowering a high-performing team. Superior communication, negotiation, presentation, and influencing skills at senior levels. Proven ability to cultivate strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Comprehensive knowledge of property law, development regulations, financial best practices, and risk management principles. Experience in a Local Authority setting, with a solid understanding of public sector priorities. Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including diplomacy, effective negotiation skills, and active involvement at all levels of the process. The ability to analyse property market trends and identify opportunities for strategic recommendations. Proven track record in facilitating, negotiating, and managing joint venture partnerships to achieve optimal outcomes aligned with the organisation's strategic goals. What you'll get in return Competitive salaries A generous local government package, with a great pension and more Hybrid working A chance to make your mark on a growing team And more Please get in touch or apply if you are interested on the details below: Molly Spencer- Senior Recruitment Consultant molly.spencerhays.com 02072598811