Due to the seniority of the position, extensive experience in relevant disciplines and areas was a necessity for the ideal candidate. At least five years previous experience in Facilities Management was essential, along with at least three years previous experience in property and estates management and line management. Comprehensive previous experience within health and safety was also a key compontent of the candidate profile.

The specialist nature of the role required a candidate who had knowledge in a number of key areas such as landlord and tenant estate management and negotiation, managing a property estate and facilities function including staff and budgets and a good knowledge of health and safety policies and practices. The ideal candidates personal attributes needed to closely align with the corporate ethos and values of One Savings Bank. They would understand departmental links and promote ‘joined up thinking’ across cross functional processes, prompting others to play an active role in the team and acknowledging and valuing different perspectives. Their communication would be structured, engaging and persuasive. They would need the ability to lead meetings and discussions effectively, instinctively adapting communication styles to meet the needs of the target audience.