strong>Wanted an Experienced Property Consultant for a transformation and Corporate Property Services for a London Borough Council.This is a 3 month Fixed Term Assignment (potential for extension)Location - West LondonDaily rate: 600.00 - 800.00 (outside IR35)Hybrid workingInterviews to take place ASAP with a view to a start soon after.OverviewA professional and dynamic property consultant for a fixed-term engagement, tasked with reshaping the people structure within corporate property services for a prominent London borough council. The overarching goal is to align the organisation with contemporary demands, incorporating benchmarks, market trends, and a thorough assessment of current and future needs. this transformation will consider pivotal commitments like achieving net zero and the establishment of their new campus buildings.Scope of responsibilities:As Property Consultant your focus on functions such as asset management, soft facilities management, and hard facilities management, all of which fall under the purview of the director of property & planning, serving as the primary sponsor for this initiative.Essential Skills

• Demonstrable, proven experience with in Property Sector
• strong analytical and critical evaluation skills
• confident communication with diverse stakeholders
• Asset management experience
• empathy, listening, and self-awareness for navigating a complex environment
• leadership experience in property services at a senior level
• organisational design expertise, particularly in complex organisations (local authorities, public sector authorities)
• knowledge of the local government property landscape
• previous experience as a consultant or in leading fixed-term assignments

DeliverablesAs Property Consultant (Specialist) you will be expected to produce a comprehensive consultation report that will serve as the blueprint for restructuring corporate property services. this report should include, but is not limited to:

• pestle analysis and a summary of forces affecting property
• benchmarking data with other authorities and comparable organisations
• appraisal of resourcing options, comparing in-house options with agency and works contractor options
• summary of requirements from the council's new civic campus and net zero program
• application of the council's hybrid working policy to job descriptions
• recommendations for ensuring equality, diversity, and inclusion across property and construction
• training needs analysis and a recommended training & development plan
• new job descriptions and role adverts as required

Methodology:As Property Consultant (Specialist) you will be required to design an approach that aligns with the deliverables and pre-consultation actions outlined in the Organisational HR Restructure project plan.Reporting:You will be reporting to the steering group, comprised of key stakeholders, will oversee the project. this includes:

• Strategic Director Economy
• Director of Property & Planning
• Assistant Director, Corporate Property Services
• HR Business Partner
• Assistant Director, corporate property services (regular point of contact for Property Consultant).

If you have the skills and experience required for this role and would like to make a difference for the community and service delivery for a London Borough. Submit your CV now for immediate review.