Director of Health & Safety (12 Month FTC)
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Are you an experienced Health & Safety leader ready to make a significant impact across a diverse, high-profile property portfolio? This is a standout opportunity to join a well-established client-side organisation that owns and manages an impressive mix of assets across Central London.
The Role:
As the Director of Health & Safety, you will play a pivotal role in shaping, implementing, and overseeing H&S strategy across a portfolio spanning residential, retail, and commercial properties. Working client-side, you will maintain oversight of the appointed Managing Agent while also leading on compliance, risk management, and the delivery of best-in-class safety standards across the estate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Setting and driving the organisation’s H&S strategy and ensuring full compliance across the portfolio
- Overseeing and challenging the Managing Agent to ensure high operational standards
- Leading on audits, inspections, and risk assessments across residential, retail, and commercial assets
- Acting as the senior point of authority for all H&S matters, offering guidance to internal teams and stakeholders
- Implementing continuous improvements and fostering a strong safety culture within the organisation
- Ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations and industry best practice
What We’re Looking For:
- A senior H&S professional with experience in mixed-use property portfolios
- Strong technical knowledge and a hands‑on approach to risk management
- Confident leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
- Experience managing or overseeing Managing Agents is highly beneficial
- A strategic thinker who can influence at executive level while remaining operationally aware
Why Apply?
- A rare client-side leadership opportunity with real influence
- Exposure to a varied and prestigious London portfolio
- Salary up to ~£85,000, paired with exceptional benefits
- Join a respected organisation with a long-term, people-focused culture
Seniority level
- Director
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Management
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