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