SHAPE THE FUTURE OF LONDON’S GLOBAL UNIVERSITY

UCL’s estate is one of the most distinctive and ambitious in the higher education sector, encompassing over 240 buildings, 6.5 million sq. ft. of academic accommodation, and 4,500 student bedrooms across our Bloomsbury and UCL East campuses. This scale, variety and complexity presents a unique opportunity for an experienced property leader to make a transformative impact at a world-leading university.
We are seeking an exceptional individual to join us as Assistant Director – Head of Property and Development within our Property, Space & Strategy team.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Director of Property, Space & Strategy, you will:

• Lead UCL’s property team, overseeing asset management, lease transactions, and development management across our diverse portfolio.
• Develop and implement estate and accommodation strategies, ensuring alignment with UCL’s long-term vision.
• Strategically manage a property budget of c. £40m per annum, driving efficiencies and optimising value.
• Provide leadership on key development opportunities, from early conceptualisation through to delivery.
• Represent UCL in high-profile property dealings with stakeholders including local authorities, the University of London, and other major landowners.

This is a highly visible role where you will act as Deputy to the Director of Property, Space & Strategy and as a key member of the Estates Management Team.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insuranc