Director of Health & Safety (12 Month FTC)

Description

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.

• Ensuring compliance with all statutory regulations and industry best practice
• Overseeing and challenging the Managing Agent to ensure high operational standards
• 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
• Setting and driving the organisation’s H&S strategy and ensuring full compliance across the portfolio
• Leading on audits, inspections, and risk assessments across residential, retail, and commercial assets

Requirements

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.

• Experience managing or overseeing Managing Agents is highly beneficial
• A strategic thinker who can influence at executive level while remaining operationally aware
• Confident leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong technical knowledge and a hands-on approach to risk management
• A senior H&S professional with experience in mixed-use property portfolios

Benefits

• 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

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance