University of Warwick
Estates Director
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Born in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading, research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 68th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**. *QS World University Rankings 2027 ** Research Excellence Framework 2021
We are seeking an exceptional leader to take on the role of Estates Director to provide strategic leadership for a £100m Estates Operations Directorate that shapes and supports every aspect of university life. From world-class teaching and research facilities to accommodation, infrastructure and campus services, you will create and maintain environments where people can thrive.
Responsibilities:
- Leading a directorate of approximately 900 staff and an accommodation portfolio generating more than £50m in annual income
- Overseeing a diverse range of services including accommodation, facilities management, maintenance, sustainability, campus infrastructure, digital estates systems and strategic space planning
- Shaping and delivering the University’s long-term Estates Strategy
- Providing strategic leadership across a large and complex estate function
- Ensuring the campus remains welcoming, inclusive and sustainable whilst enabling the University’s ambitions for growth, innovation and academic excellence
- Fostering a values-led culture built on professionalism, continuous improvement, teamwork, respect, customer service and accountability
- Inspiring high-performing teams and driving excellence across the Estates Operations Directorate
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Requirements:
- A senior estates and property professional with substantial experience leading large-scale estates functions and operating successfully at a strategic level
- The vision, leadership and influencing skills to shape the future of the estate and support the University’s ambitions for growth, excellence and impact
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Benefits:
- 30 days of paid annual leave, four shut down days at Christmas, and eight bank holidays
- A competitive pension scheme
- Staff training
- Free eye care vouchers
- Preferred rates for a dental plan
- Discounts at Warwick Arts Centre and Warwick Sport Membership
- Enrolment onto the Employee Assistance Programme, a complete support network that offers expert advice and guidance 24/7
How to apply:
The University of Warwick has appointed SearchHigher as their recruitment partner for this campaign; please apply below by submitting a CV & Cover Letter in Word Document format or via email to Nicholas.a.Brian@Warwick.ac.uk
For a confidential conversation about the position, call Nick Brian on 07368 380888.
Closing date for applications: Monday 21st September 2026
Interviews:
- First stage interviews 23rd September 2026 (via Teams)
- Second stage interviews 1st October 2026 (in person)
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