Head of Commercial- Insolvency/ Auctions

  • Job Reference: BBBH10607
  • Date Posted: 23 June 2026
  • Recruiter: Beach Baker
  • Location: Nottingham
  • Salary: £60,000 to £65,000
  • Bonus/Benefits: plus car allowance and benefits
  • Sector: General Practice
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
  • Contact: Amelia Messenger

Job Description

Head of Commercial - Property (Insolvency & Valuation)
Nottingham
Salary £60,000- £65,000 plus benefits and bonus


About the Role
An established UK-wide property business is seeking a Head of Commercial to lead its property function. The team operates nationally from its Nottingham headquarters, delivering a broad range of services to owners, agents, and stakeholders.
This is a key leadership role focused on insolvency-led valuations and disposals, with exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial property, land and luxury property.


The Function
The property team is led by Chartered Surveyors and offers expertise across:

  • Appraisals & Valuations (leases and property)
  • Auctions
  • Private Treaty disposals
  • Property Management
  • Maintenance and Security
  • Probate Services
  • Commercial & Residential Property Clearances

Clients include solicitors, LPA receivers, landlords, and private individuals, with a strong emphasis on professional and discreet service delivery.


Key Responsibilities

  • Undertake and oversee valuations across:
  • Commercial property (office, industrial, retail)
  • Residential assets and portfolios
  • Development land and strategic sites
  • Leasehold interests (occasional)
  • Provide pragmatic valuation advice in insolvency and distressed scenarios
  • Deliver defensible pricing to support disposal strategies
  • Work in a commercially focused environment (limited formal Red Book reporting)
  • Lead asset disposals via:

-Auctions
-Private treaty sales

  • Maximise returns through strategic positioning and pricing
  • Navigate distressed markets with confidence

Leadership & Team Management

  • Manage and mentor a team of 3 surveyors within a small office environment
  • Oversee processes, quality, and delivery standards
  • Provide technical leadership and support development of junior staff
  • Act as the senior lead within the Nottingham office

Business Development

  • Support growth of the commercial property offering
  • Build and maintain relationships within the insolvency and restructuring sector
  • Identify and convert new opportunities
  • Contribute to broader business growth initiatives alongside leadership

Qualifications

  • MRICS (Chartered Surveyor) - essential
  • RICS Registered Valuer - preferred

Skills & Attributes

  • Commercially astute with a pragmatic, solutions-led approach
  • Experience in auction and private treaty disposals
  • Proven leadership experience managing small teams
  • Able to operate in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Join

  • Opportunity to step into a 'Head of' function with immediate impact
  • Work across a varied and interesting insolvency-led asset base
  • Autonomy to shape and grow the commercial offering
  • Collaborative and experienced team environment

How to Apply
To apply or find out more, please contact Amelia Messenger
amelia@beachbaker.co.uk
07586 673981