Essential experience

• Professional experience in Property / Construction, working at senior strategic management or board level.
• Current experience in Estates development, management and maintenance.
• Extensive experience of leading large scale tendering processes.
• Specific experience of property refurbishment projects.
• Demonstrable experience of building effective relationships in a non-executive capacity.
• A proven track record of good judgement and effective decision-making.
• Track record of commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Experience as a member of a committee, board or similar.

Desirable experience

• Experience as Chair of a committee, board or similar.

Essential skills/abilities

• Ability to analyse information and make strategic decisions.
• Financial literacy to understand budgets and resource allocation.
• Strong negotiation capabilities to achieve favourable terms and cost efficiencies.
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks governing property.
• Ability to listen, engage and challenge effectively.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present information concisely and effectively.
• Ability to be an effective ambassador for the charity.

Personal qualities

• A strong commitment to the Hospice, its values, ethos and work.
• Collaborative working style, fostering a strong team culture.
• Willingness to devote the necessary time to the role including attending events out of office hours.