Estates Assurance Manager

British Transport Police (BTP) is the national police force for the rail network throughout Great Britain. We are the ‘Guardians of the Railway,’ putting passenger safety at the heart of what we do. Our values are simply: We Care, We Do the Right Thing, We Strive to Be Better Every Day, We Are One BTP, and We Are Proud to Protect. Join us and help create an environment where we can all be our best every day.

As an Estates Assurance Manager with BTP, you will lead the assurance and compliance function within the Estates team, ensuring that all estate-related activities,including financial management, contracts, and service delivery,meet statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations. Acting as a key interface between the Intelligent Client (TFM) function and operational delivery, you will provide oversight, assurance, and performance management across the estate portfolio.

This role involves managing a small team and working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to uphold high standards of service, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement. You will also deliver a comprehensive view of property-related financial commitments,including rent, rates, utilities, and facilities management,for commercial landlords, Network Rail, TfL, and PSA contracts. Your work will enable informed, data-driven decision-making across the estate.

Responsibilities:

• Provide assurance on supplier performance through KPI analysis, financial compliance checks, and service delivery monitoring.
• Oversee Estates financial operations, managing a small team to ensure robust governance, accurate forecasting, and timely invoice processing.
• Deliver operational oversight of key contracts, including Total Facilities Management (TFM) and forcewide services, ensuring compliance and value for money.
• Coordinate governance and reporting activities, preparing documentation for senior management and regulatory bodies, and maintaining accurate property data.
• Conduct assurance visits and produce actionable reports, influencing Estates operations and projects through data-driven insights and strategic recommendations.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: A degree or equivalent experience in estates, facilities management, compliance, or a related field.
• Experience: Proven background in estates or facilities assurance, compliance, or contract management. Experience managing staff and leading assurance or audit functions. Working knowledge of statutory compliance in estates and supplier performance frameworks.
• Skills: Excellent analytical and reporting skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively. High-level verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and estates-related systems (e.g., CAFM, e-procurement).
• Knowledge: Understanding of public sector procurement and estates management. Familiarity with health and safety legislation and compliance frameworks. Knowledge of performance management and assurance methodologies.

Benefits:

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years.
• Family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks paid maternity and adoption leave.
• Bespoke benefits platform and Blue Light Card access.
• Salary sacrifice options for cycles, home technology, gym membership, and electric vehicles.
• Interest-free annual rail season ticket loan after 6 months.
• Access to the Transport Benevolent Fund for health, welfare, and financial support.
• Development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships.
• Excellent Pension scheme: We offer the BTP GPP Police Staff Pension Scheme, administered by Royal London.