Full time Temporary Hybrid remote

Head Of Leasing & Commercial (Major Development)

Red Personnel

London, EC4R 0BR

£650 per day

Posted: 01 July 2026 (Today)

Closing date: 31 July 2026

Ref: 60300164

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About the Role

The Head Of Leasing & Commercial (Major Development) will lead the leasing strategy for a flagship mixed-use scheme in London, reporting to Hammersmith & Fulham Council. This temporary, full-time role commands £650 per day (Umbrella) and operates on a hybrid basis with three days onsite. You will oversee the entire lettings lifecycle across a 7-floor office building, multiple retail units, and a rooftop restaurant. Your focus will be shaping tenant composition, driving occupancy levels, and maximising long-term asset returns. Key responsibilities include executing the end-to-end leasing plan, managing external agents, negotiating commercial terms, and ensuring alignment with the council’s regeneration objectives. This position demands robust commercial acumen and extensive experience in major development lettings.

Head of Leasing & Commercial (Major Development)
Hammersmith & Fulham Council
£650 per day (Umbrella)
Full time Monday to Friday
Hybrid working – 3 days onsite
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is seeking a highly experienced and commercially driven leasing professional to lead the strategy and delivery of a landmark mixed-use development.
This is a senior, high-impact role responsible for overseeing the full leasing and lettings lifecycle across a flagship scheme, including a 7-floor office building, multiple commercial units, and a rooftop restaurant. You will play a critical role in shaping tenant mix, driving occupancy, and maximising long-term asset value.
Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute the end-to-end leasing and lettings strategy across a major development.
Manage and oversee external commercial agents, ensuring delivery against targets and alignment with commercial objectives.
Drive marketing and leasing campaigns to achieve full occupancy and secure high-quality tenants.
Oversee tenant onboarding from heads of terms through to occupation.
Take ownership of leasing budgets, timelines, and performance outcomes.
Provide strategic input on asset positioning, including rent-free periods, incentives, and commercial structuring.
Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery and long-term performance of the scheme.

About You

Proven track record in commercial leasing within large-scale or complex real estate developments.
Strong understanding of asset management and value optimisation.
Excellent negotiation skills with experience securing high-value commercial deals.
Experience managing agents and leading leasing strategies across multi-unit schemes.
Commercially astute, with the ability to balance income generation and tenant quality.
Experience in hospitality or restaurant leasing (particularly destination or rooftop spaces) is highly desirable.
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile development within a leading London borough, where your expertise will directly influence the commercial success and long-term impact of the asset.
KeywordsCommercial Property, Asset Management, Leasing Manager, Lettings Manager, Commercial Leasing, Property Development, Real Estate, Asset Strategy, Tenant Mix, Landlord & Tenant, Lease Negotiation, Rent Reviews, Rent-Free Incentives, Estate Management, Mixed-Use Development, Office Leasing, Retail Leasing, Hospitality Leasing, Restaurant Leasing, Rooftop Restaurant, Regeneration Projects, Local Authority, Public Sector Property, Stakeholder Management, Commercial Agents, Property Portfolio, ESG, Property Investment, Development Projects, London Property Market
(“Commercial Leasing” OR “Leasing Manager” OR “Leasing Director” OR “Head of Leasing”) AND (“Asset Management” OR “Property Development” OR “Real Estate”) AND (“Office” OR “Retail” OR “Mixed-Use” OR “Hospitality”) AND (“London” OR “UK”)

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