Property Operations Manager
Property Operations Manager
We are currently seeking a Property Operations Manager, to lead the operational delivery of our Property team.
We have an exciting 15 year plan of works which involves day to day maintenance and planned work throughout the estate and major projects of national significance.
As the Property Operations Manager, you will allocate resources and inspire a talented team of heritage professionals, and apprentices as we develop our Wren International Centre of Excellence. You will lead positive health and safety, and fire safety culture.
This is an exciting role for a forward thinking, positive construction professional.
The successful applicant will have:
- construction knowledge and qualifications – City and Guilds trade background or higher construction qualifications or accreditation
- be a qualified SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training) or be willing to attend training;
- have experience of working on historic buildings and working knowledge of conservation techniques
- have demonstrable operational line management experience
- be able to read drawings and provide construction detail sketches where required
- detail-orientated approach with strong documentation and record-keeping abilities
- problem-solving mindset with ability to make quick decisions where required, with a positive attitude
- be willing and able to climb the many staircases in the Cathedral, including the 528 steps to the top of the Dome Galleries.
The successful applicant will also be expected to share in St Paul’s Cathedral’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
In return you’ll find we are a welcoming place to work and we each take responsibility for our part in the Cathedral’s work, looking after St Paul’s for the next generation.
- Our annual holiday allowance is 25 days plus 8 bank holidays
- Our pension scheme allows for up to 7.5% employer contribution
- And as you might expect we have life assurance of four times basic salary and an employee assistance programme
We are committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of United Kingdom Minority Ethnic / Global Majority Heritage, women, and disabled people are currently under-represented in our workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase our representation.
The closing date for applications is 23.59 pm, Sunday 11th January 2026.
Interviews will take place on the 3rd and 4th February 2026.