Director, Property Consultancy (Health and Life Sciences)

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of the Health & Life Sciences Advisory (HLSA) Property Advisory business across the North of England.
• Provide strategic property advice to healthcare clients to align estate decisions with clinical and operational objectives.
• Identify, shape, and convert new business opportunities within the NHS, independent healthcare, and the wider public sector.
• Advise on complex asset and portfolio management, including acquisitions, disposals, and lease advisory.
• Lead multidisciplinary collaboration with healthcare planning, cost management, and sustainability teams.
• Manage commercial delivery, including scope, quality, risk, and profitability across various commissions.
• Mentor and develop a high-performing Property Advisory team through inclusive leadership.

Requirements

• Proven track record in healthcare, public sector, or specialist property advisory.
• Degree qualified, with MRICS or a similar professional qualification preferred.
• Deep knowledge of property markets, healthcare estate drivers, and public sector decision-making.
• Strong business development, negotiation, and client relationship management skills.
• Experience leading and motivating collaborative professional teams.
• Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders, including executive teams and clinicians.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy with flexibility to work from home two days a week.
• "WSP My Hour" allowing one hour of personal time each day.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support, including a Virtual GP service and Gymflex scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and Chartership support.
• Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options and the ability to purchase additional leave.

About the Company

WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. We are dedicated to creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With a global presence and a strong UK footprint, we connect the brightest minds to solve complex challenges in the built environment.