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Posted 09 August, 2026

Head of Build to Rent

Worth Recruiting
London, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Exceptional opportunity in the Private Rented Build to Rent (BTR) Sector!

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An experienced Head of Build to Rent / Build to Rent Director is sought to develop and lead a new Build to Rent and Institutional division for an innovative property business based in Central London. This is a senior leadership role with genuine scope to shape the future direction of the department.

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Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment

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Job Title: Head Of Build to Rent

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Sector: Property Company – Residential Lettings & Property Management

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Location: London, W1

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Salary: OTE £100,000 per annum

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Position: Permanent, Full-Time

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Reference: WR95247

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Working with the senior leadership team, you will be responsible for establishing, growing and leading the Build to Rent function from the ground up. You will use your industry knowledge, established network and proven instruction-winning ability to secure new business, build long-term client relationships and create a successful, high-performing department.

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This role is ideally suited to an ambitious BTR specialist looking to make a significant impact within a growing business. – Our client will only consider candidates with previous Build to Rent experience initially.

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What's in it for you (Benefits):

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  • Competitive basic salary with realistic six-figure earning potential
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  • Opportunity to establish and lead a new Build to Rent department
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  • Senior leadership position with significant autonomy and influence
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  • Modern, collaborative and forward-thinking working environment
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  • Genuine long-term career prospects as the business continues to grow
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The Company:

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  • Innovative property business with a technology-led approach
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  • Focused on delivering exceptional service and tailored client solutions
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  • Committed to growth, innovation and long-term success within the residential sector
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What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities) as Head of Build to Rent :

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  • Establish and develop the Build to Rent and Institutional division from the ground up
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  • Win new Build to Rent instructions through existing relationships, networking and business development activity
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  • Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, developers and Build to Rent operators
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  • Develop and implement strategies to grow the department and increase market share
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  • Lead negotiations, oversee key client relationships and ensure exceptional service delivery
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  • Work closely with the senior leadership team to shape business strategy and drive commercial growth
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What our client is looking for (Skills & Experience):

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  • Extensive Build to Rent and Institutional PRS experience is essential
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  • Proven track record of winning Build to Rent instructions and generating new business
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  • Strong network of contacts across the Build to Rent and institutional investment sectors
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  • Experience establishing, developing or significantly growing a Build to Rent function
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  • Commercially astute with a strategic approach to business development
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  • Outstanding relationship-building, negotiation and communication skills
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  • Self-motivated, entrepreneurial and capable of working autonomously
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  • Ambitious professional looking to play a key role in the long-term growth of a progressive property business
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Is this the role for you?

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Contact Worth Recruiting now! If you are interested in this Head of Build to Rent role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting immediately, quoting job reference: WR95247.

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About Your Application:

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  • Response Time: We receive a great many applications and respond as quickly as possible. If you have not heard from us within 48 working hours, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
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  • Confidentiality: All communications with Worth Recruiting are completely confidential. We will always need to speak with you before we are able to submit your CV to our client.
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  • Please Note: This vacancy summary is intended as a general guide only and should not be used as a definitive job description. Our client’s job description, including details like the salary, may change without prior notice and in any case may be influenced by the skills, qualifications, previous experience, attitude, and ability of a candidate.
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About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech. Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.

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Job Reference: WR95247 – Head of Build to Rent – Residential Lettings & Property Management