Head of Property

Head of Property - YMCA Derbyshire

Derby (DE24 8UT)

Salary - £55,000

At the YMCA Derbyshire, buildings are more than just spaces — they are homes, safe havens, and community hubs where young people and families rebuild their lives.

Macildowie's Public Sector team are delighted to be working in partnership with the YMCA Derbyshire to recruit a new Head of Property who will lead the plan to grow, manage and future-proof their homes and spaces.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, entrepreneurial charity — whether you’re already operating at a senior management level or ready to take the next step in your career development.

Most importantly, this is a role where your work truly matters every single day.

About the Role:

As Head of Property, you will:

• Lead the Property Services team – repairs & maintenance, planned worked and capital programmes
• Be responsible for compliance, property standards and regulation
• Develop and deliver the YMCA Derbyshire sustainability strategy
• Be a key stakeholder in the new homes development programme and delivery
• Provide financial oversight, governance, and strategic direction as part of the Senior Leadership Team

About you:

You'll be an experience property or built environment professional:

• A strategic thinker who can develop and delivery clear, actionable plans
• Proven experience managing a diverse property portfolio
• Understanding of regulation, development viability, risk, and value for money
• A confident and collaborative leader with senior-level experience
• Passionate about sustainability, social impact, and community-focused development

Why join the YMCA Derbyshire:

Fantastic Work Life Balance, Working Culture and Longer-Term Opportunity:

• Genuine work-life balance with 35 hour working week
• Starting salary at £55k with 38 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and your birthday off)
• Hybrid and family friendly working
• Excellent wider remuneration package including pension, life assurance, training and development
• Opportunity for progression

For an informal discussion, contact Richard Gelder on 07790 345742 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Please note - all third party and any unsolicited candidate introductions via other recruitment agencies will be forwarded to Macildowie Associates for review.