Head of Investment

1 week ago

London, UK, United Kingdom Greater London Authority Full time

Housing and Land

The Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor’s plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities. Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor’s housing investment programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration.

We particularly welcome applicants from diverse ethnic backgrounds and/or disabled candidates as these groups are currently underrepresented in our directorate at this level.

About the Team

The Investments team lead on deploying funding and managing the Directorate’s recoverable investments portfolio. In addition, we provide strategic advice and practical management of investments, lead bespoke investments and programmes such as the Homes for Londoners Land Fund and structure/restructure new and existing investments. Investments are focused on residential housing schemes or infrastructure that will unlock residential housing schemes in London.

The team also liaise with central government and other arm’s length bodies such as Homes England to secure funding and ensure it is directed across London to unlock much needed housing.

Principal Accountabilities

We are looking for a senior leader with commercial expertise in residential property development and/or development finance or related fields, along with experience of contract negotiation, deal structuring and programme management. You will be managing a high performing and diverse team of six Senior Investment Managers and two Investment Managers and reporting to the Assistant Director Investment and Operations. You will also sit on the Directorate's Management Team which includes providing leadership across the Directorate by leading workstreams and opining and providing feedback on decisions.

As the Head of Investment, you will be responsible for:

  • Providing appropriate senior professional and technical property and financial advice, guidance and support across the Housing & Land teams on contracting for both interest free (grant and recoverable grant), interest bearing (commercial) loans in relation to land and development finance and long-term investment finance proposals.
  • Be a key point of contact with Government and other arm's length bodies in relation to recoverable investments and securing funding.
  • Support the Assistant Director Investment and Operations in identifying and delivering strategic opportunities to grow the GLA’s recoverable investment programme.
  • Provide effective and professional leadership as well as management of staff.

If you're an excellent strategic thinker, practical problem solver and strong team leader come and talk to us.

Below is the assessment criteria which applicants will be assessed against within the Personal Statement section of the application. Criteria is provided from the job description.

Person specification

Technical requirements/experience/qualifications

  • Some of the most important demonstrable experience we’re looking for are;
  • Experience of effective relationship management and negotiating complex agreements.
  • Senior-level experience in, negotiating and managing agreements for the development and/or financing of residential property.
  • Senior-level experience of managing a large investment programme.

Behavioural competencies:

  • Building and Managing Relationship (level 4) – Focusing on your skills and experience engaging a diverse range of influential contacts within stakeholder and community groups, and partner organisations and understanding the complexities of political dynamics and using this to manage relationships and resolve conflict effectively.
  • Strategic Thinking (level 3) - Focusing on skills and experience in translating GLA vision and strategy into practical and tangible plans for own teams or delivery partners.
  • Problem Solving (level 4) – Focusing on your skills and experience in problem solving jointly with others to stimulate innovation.
  • Managing and Developing Performance (level 3) - Motivates and inspires others to perform to their best, recognising and valuing their work and encouraging them to learn and reflect.

  • Head of Investments

    3 weeks ago

    London, UK, UK, United Kingdom UCEA - Family Office Group Full time

    Company DescriptionEstablished in 2008, UCEA - Family Office Group is a single-family office located in Mayfair, London, with representation offices in various global locations. The group has diversified interests in trading, natural resources, energy, sustainability, real estate (Spanish and Portuguese markets), early-stage direct investments, venture...

  • Head of Investment Accounting

    3 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Cornwallis Elt Full time

    Head of Investment Accounting & Reporting - Hybrid (50%) - Life Insurance - PermanentMy client is a leading Life Insurance business looking to hire a Head of Investment Accounting and Reporting – a unique opportunity to take ownership of a vital function within a business entering an exciting phase of growth. You will lead a high-performing team,...

  • Head of Investment Data

    4 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Hays Full time

    Responsibilities:- Lead the development of a comprehensive research studio environment that supports self-service analytics and model building- Democratic analytics and model development into a self-service function, enabling investment teams to independently create and deploy their own models- Work closely with the Head of Investment Data Platform to ensure...

  • Lawyer, Credit

    3 weeks ago

    London, UK, United Kingdom CPP Investment Board Full time

    When you invest your career in CPP Investments, you join one of the most respected and fastest growing institutional investors in the world. With current assets under management valued in excess of $500 billion, CPP Investments is a professional investment management organization that globally invests the funds of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to help ensure...

  • Chief Investment Officer

    3 months ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Rix Capital Full time

    A large-scale, international single-family office of prominent tech entrepreneurs based in London is seeking a dynamic Chief Investment Officer to oversee a diversified global investment portfolio.We are committed to fostering innovation and growth through strategic investments. We aim to expand our reach across public markets, alternatives, and direct...

  • Investment Operations Associate

    3 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Chartermore Partners Full time

    We are recruiting for an award winning investment manager who are looking for someone to join their investment operations team.The responsibilities include ensuring operational tasks meet SLAs, responding to requests promptly, processing adviser fees and commissions, and managing payments for investors and insurance claims. The role also involves...

  • Interim Head of Treasury and Investment

    3 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom The Management Recruitment Group Full time

    19453Interim Head of Treasury and Investment (must have local gov experience)Local Gov - London3 – 6 months£750 Per Day (Inside IR35)About the clientThe Management Recruitment Group is seeking an Interim Head of Treasury and Investment for a local authority in London.AccountabilitiesProvide leadership to this authority’s treasury and investment...

  • Head of Investment Operations: West End Boutique Wealth Management Asset Management company

    3 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Martis Search Full time

    The RoleHead of Investment Operations: Boutique Wealth Management Asset Management companyMartis Search are representing London based, boutique Asset Management company to hire a permanent “Head of Investment Operations.”In-our-opinion this is one of the best and most exciting, senior Buyside Head of Operations roles this year.The role requires someone...

  • Co-Head of Investor Engagement

    2 days ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Civitas Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Co-Head of Investor Engagement : (Responsible Investment, Climate Change, ESG)Salary: £57-£63k per annumLocation: LondonCivitas Recruitment are proud to be working with a fantastic charity that promotes responsible investment. The charity campaigns and works with organisations and companies to tackle issues such as climate change, global health, and...

  • Investment Marketing Analyst

    2 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Leverton Search Full time

    Our client is an independent active fund manager specialising in long-only equity funds and private equity investments. They are a leading investment manager with an impressive track record.They are looking for an individual with a strong academic background and 1-3 years of marketing experience in the Asset Management industry, who has a flair for writing...

  • Investment Risk Manager

    4 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Pure Search Full time

    My client are one of the largest asset owners in the UK and are looking to hire an Investment Risk Manager to focus on their private markets business. This role will work very closely with the Head of Investment Risk and analyse transactions between roughly £100 - £700m across private equity, private credit and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities:Analyse...

  • Head of Investment Operations: West End Boutique Wealth Management

    4 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Martis Search Full time

    The RoleHead of Investment Operations: West End Boutique Wealth Management & Institutional Asset Management companyMartis Search are representing London based, boutique Asset Management company to hire a permanent “Head of Investment Operations.”In-our-opinion this is one of the best and most exciting, senior Buyside Head of Operations roles this...

  • Analyst/Associate, Real Estate

    2 months ago

    London, UK, United Kingdom Government of Singapore Investment Corporation Full time

    GIC Real EstateThe Real Estate (RE) arm of GIC invests in real estate and real estate-related assets outside of Singapore. We manage a well-diversified portfolio covering over 40 countries in property sectors such as offices, retail, hotels, residential, industrial, niche sectors and companies.We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Real Estate...

  • ISDA Negotiator

    7 months ago

    London , London, UK, United Kingdom Eximius Law Full time

    Exciting new role for an ISDA Negotiator to work within the legal department of a London headquartered global investment bank. The role is trading floor based reporting into the Head of Sales & Trading Legal. The successful candidate will have 1-3 years’ experience in master agreement negotiation such as drafting and negotiating ISDA, CSA, GMRA, GMSLA and...

  • Investment Risk Manager, Leading Multi-Asset Investment Manager, London, UK

    2 months ago

    London, UK, United Kingdom PER, Private Equity Recruitment Full time

    When you click apply, you will be redirected to the company’s website . Please ensure you have completed the company’s application process on their platform to fully apply. About our client Our client, a global multi-asset investment firm, is currently looking to hire an Investment Risk Manager to join their London team. The firm, which has a global...

  • Head of Investor Relations

    2 weeks ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom DiverseJobsMatter Full time

    As part of the Financial Sector Standards Directorate, the Co-Head of Investor Engagement is responsible for leading our engagement with asset owners, asset managers and investment consultants. The role is key to establishing, sustaining and deepening constructive relationships with investment professionals at the heart of the financial system, challenging,...

  • Head of Middle Office

    1 month ago

    London, UK, United Kingdom Mason Blake Full time

    The Head of Middle Office will take responsibility for the following duties: Lead, manage and oversee the Middle Office team to ensure effective implementation of dealing and trade execution and key deliverables across the Operations and Oversight business functions. Oversee all investment portfolios to align with regulatory and risk requirements in...

  • Private Market Investment Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    London, UK, United Kingdom myGwork Full time

    This job is with St. James's Place, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. We have an outstanding opportunity for a Private Market Investment Analyst to join our Investment Management Division on a 12-month Fixed Term...

  • Senior Accounting Controller

    3 weeks ago

    London, UK, United Kingdom Tikehau Investment Management - Annonces Full time

    Context Tikehau Capital, a listed company on Euronext Compartment A, is an alternative asset management and investment Group which manages more than €46bn of assets, with shareholders' equity of €3.1bn. The Group invests in various asset classes (Private debt, Real assets, Private equity and Capital markets) through its asset management...

  • Associate - Investment & Portfolio Management (Real Estate)

    2 months ago

    London,, UK, United Kingdom Cobalt Recruitment Full time

    Associate – Portfolio & Investment Manager (Real Estate)About the RoleI am recruiting for a real estate investment manager with exceptional capital and Central London assets, in their search for an Associate.This Associate will have a pivotal head-office role, responsible for strategic decision making and financial appraisals of investment and asset...