Head of Property

Head of Property

North Kesteven District Council

Sleaford (NG34)

Salary - £68,555

Ambitious, award-winning and forward-thinking, North Kesteven District Council is widely recognised for its strength, stability and supportive working culture.

Despite its size, the Council delivers impact at scale through strong partnerships and a clear focus on flourishing communities. Its achievements include Council of the Year (East Midlands Energy Efficiency Awards 2025), National Housing Award (LGC Awards 2023), and multiple MJ and LGC Award finalist positions, alongside Investors in People Gold and Health & Wellbeing Gold accreditations.

With a bold commitment to net zero, high-quality energy-efficient housing and sustainable economic growth, every colleague plays a direct role in shaping positive outcomes for residents and the environment.

Macildowie's public sector team are delighted to be working in partnership with North Kesteven District Council to recruit a new Property, a key senior appointment that is central to delivering the councils housing and property operations and strategy.

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Housing, this role combines operational leadership with hands-on oversight of day-to-day operations within a values-driven local authority.

About the role

As Head of Property, you will:

• Lead the major capital and revenue investment programmes - shaping the future of housing and property services within North Kesteven
• Be responsible for ensuring homes are safe, compliant, sustainable, and truly meet the needs of tenants
• Drive contractor performance - delivering high-quality services with commercial rigour and value for money
• Inspire multidisciplinary teams, influence senior leaders and councillors, and deliver services that genuinely improve people's lives across the district

About you

You'll be a experience construction or property professional bringing;

• Deep knowledge of social housing legislation, compliance, and sector best practice
• Strong track record of managing budgets, controlling resources, overseeing procurement, and driving contractor performance and value for money
• Confident operating at senior level within local government or the public sector - able to influence stakeholders and design services around customer needs
• Passionate about developing people and motivating your teams

Why join North Kesteven District Council;

Fantastic Benefits, Work Life Balance and the Opportunity to Develop;

• Starting salary at £68.5k
• Enhanced holiday
• Exceptional pension via the Local Authority Defined Benefit Scheme
• Hybrid working and family friendly
• Investment and support in ongoing learning and professional development

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