Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: North London (Hybrid Working)
Salary: £125,000 – £150,000 per annum
Contract: Full-Time, Fixed Term (12–24 Months)
About the Company
We are a fast-growing residential property company based in North London, focused on acquiring, developing, and managing high-quality residential assets across the capital. With strong momentum and an ambitious growth strategy, the business is entering a critical scale-up phase.
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Chief Executive Officer to lead the next stage of growth while working closely with the company’s three founders.
The Role
The CEO will be responsible for driving operational performance, scaling the business, and delivering strategic growth across acquisitions, development, and portfolio management. Working in close partnership with the founders, the CEO will help translate the company’s vision into a structured, high-performing organisation.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone with strong property sector expertise and experience scaling a growing business.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
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Develop and execute the company’s strategic plan for growth across acquisitions, development, and portfolio management.
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Work closely with the founders to refine and deliver the long-term vision of the business.
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Identify new opportunities for expansion within the residential property market.
Operational Management
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Lead the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring efficient processes and high performance across all functions.
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Build and manage internal teams and external partners including agents, contractors, legal advisors, and property managers.
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Implement systems and structures appropriate for a scaling business.
Investment & Growth
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Lead sourcing and evaluation of new residential investment opportunities.
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Oversee financial performance, budgeting, and reporting.
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Work with lenders, investors, and financial partners to support growth and capital deployment.
Governance & Reporting
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Report regularly to the founders on business performance, strategy, and operational progress.
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Ensure strong governance, risk management, and compliance with relevant property and regulatory requirements.
Candidate Profile
Experience
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Proven leadership experience in residential property, real estate investment, or property development.
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Track record of scaling or leading a high-growth business or division.
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Strong commercial and financial acumen, ideally with experience in acquisitions and property investment.
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Experience working closely with founders or owner-managed businesses is highly desirable.
Skills
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Strategic thinker with strong execution capability.
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Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
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Highly organised with strong operational management ability.
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Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
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Entrepreneurial mindset suited to a fast-moving, growth-focused compan
Working Arrangement
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Hybrid working model with regular presence required in the North London office.
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Close collaboration with the three founders and senior team.
Contract & Compensation
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Full-time fixed term contract: 12–24 months
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Salary: £125,000 – £150,000 depending on experience
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Potential performance-related incentives may be discussed with the successful candidate.
