Property Estates Surveyor – British Airways

Scope

• Working with relevant stakeholders, development and financial approval of timely real estate solutions in response to defined real estate critical lease events and/or business objectives.
• Manage and monitor the delivery of professional real estate services through outsourced suppliers to meet real estate objectives.

 Accountabilities

• To work with stakeholders and service providers, develop and implement real estate solutions in response to market conditions, critical lease events or emerging business objectives on a global basis. All solutions to provide the “a best value” solution for the business and the IAG Group.
• To provide the leadership and management of outsourced professional service providers to enable the delivery of a cost effective and professional real estate services to BA.
• Where required, be the Accountable Project Manager or team member for the delivery of real estate and/or relocation projects including defining any necessary prescribed Governance Roles iawBA Standing Instructions.
• In conjunction with service partners, provide a leadership role to the business areas advising them on all matters concerning the legality of occupation and relevant terms of the lease depending on the transaction being considered e.g. acquisition, disposal, re-gear, etc to allow informed and timely decisions to be made on real stakeholders, Airport Operators, Local Authorities state transactions.
• In conjunction with nominated service providers, provide leadership on all real estate matters effecting a property, including but not exclusively to business rating, local town planning approvals, net book values, insurance, and onerous lease provisions.
• To work with the wider Real Estate team and Service Providers, to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, Airports and other Statutory Bodies. Behaviours and Attitude
• I’m a role model for all BA brand behaviours and ways of working –I walk the talk.
• I exude a can-do attitude (best of BA).
• I’m flexible and agile, always ready to adapt when things don’t go to plan.
• I’m an ambassador for BA and my team .

 My Core Traits

• Uncompromising in safety, security, process and regulatory requirements.
• Service delivery focussed .
• Engaging approachable manager.
• Can make tough decisions and think of innovative solutions.
• Clear and articulate communicator.

 Key Enablers

• General Counsel & Company Secretary
• Director of Property
• Property Estates Manager
• Property Leadership Team
• BA Legal

Key Performance Indicators

• Ontime Lease Renewals.
• Stakeholder feedback.
• Deliver Business Plan.
• Safety and security targets.

 Skills / Capabilities

• Proven ability to work collaboratively, cross functionally and at all levels internally and externally.
• Proven skills in managing a team of external consultants.
• Excellent influencing and communication skills at all levels with professional credibility.
• An analytical thinker with good understanding of BA’s business model and strategy, able to develop property solutions to support the property business objectives.
• Able to work independently, taking initiative and responsibility for resolving problems.
• Financial analysis to support the development of business cases.

 Qualifications / Experience

• An education to Degree level or equivalent, an appropriate property qualification or relevant experience.
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS) desired.
• Good understanding of airline operations and sound commercial awareness.
• Experience of managing outsourced suppliers.
• Proven ability to work cross functionally.
• Strong understanding of property management and relevant legislation, e.g. Landlord & Tenant Act 1954