Christ's College is seeking to appoint a Head of Estates. 

The Role

The Head of Estates will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering Christ's College's Estates strategy and key programmes, ensuring the College's buildings and environment remain exemplary, functional and future-ready. 

The post will appeal to those interested in managing a diverse estate with modern and listed buildings, capital projects and technical compliance in a beautiful setting. This is an outstanding opportunity to work in one of Cambridge's most beautiful Colleges with a forward-looking agenda that balances tradition with innovation. 

Candidate Pack 

 

Key Information

Location: St Andrew's Street, Cambridge, CB2 3BU

Salary: Competitive salary in the region of £65,000 per annum - flexibility for strongly qualified and experienced candidates 

Closing Date: Noon on 9 January 2026  

Vacancy Type: Full-time, 36.5 hours per week

Benefits

The benefits on offer are many and include:

  • 33 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays)
  • A defined contribution pension scheme with 6% (minimum) employer contribution. The College offers maximum 12% employer contribution.
  • A health care cash plan funded by the College (allowing you to claim money for routine medical treatments including dental and optical).
  • Employee assistance programme.
  • Cycle to work scheme.
  • Training and professional development support.
  • A free meal when on duty.
  • The opportunity to work in a beautiful environment.
  • Facilities on-site include a College gym, a squash court, multi-faith prayer room, outdoor swimming pool and limited parking. 

For details about the benefits offered, please click here. 

How to Apply

Please apply by submitting a copy of your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a Covering Letter highlighting your suitability for the position, by 12 noon on 9 January 2026 by email to: jobs@christs.cam.ac.uk 

 

For an informal conversation prior to applying to this role, please get in touch with Mickey Piper on mickey.piper@morganhunt.come or 02074 198959/07488 264416. 

 

It is anticipated that interviews will be held at Christ's College on Thursday 22 January 2026.