Client Services Director - HYLO, London
About the role
Purpose of the Role To lead the operational excellence of HYLO, one of London’s most dynamic and forward-thinking commercial buildings. The Senior Site Lead will act as the central conduit between surveying, service partners, occupiers, and the client—ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, exceptional service delivery, and alignment with HYLO’s brand values of flexibility, sustainability, and innovation.
Beyond operational leadership, this role is instrumental in curating a vibrant sense of place —activating communal spaces, supporting retail engagement, and fostering a connected occupier experience across the building and wider estate. The Client Services Director will help shape HYLO not just as a workplace, but as a destination.
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership : Manage and mentor the on-site team, ensuring high standards of professionalism, responsiveness, and collaboration.
Service Partner Oversight : Coordinate and monitor all contracted services (cleaning, security, M&E, etc.), ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met or exceeded.
Client & Stakeholder Liaison : Serve as the primary operational contact for the client, occupiers, and surveying team—translating strategic goals into actionable site-level outcomes.
Placemaking & Community Activation : Curate a vibrant occupier experience by activating communal spaces, supporting events, and fostering a sense of belonging within HYLO and the wider estate.
Retail Engagement : Support the activation and leasing strategy of vacant retail units, liaising with potential tenants and integrating retail into the overall placemaking vision.
Compliance & Safety : Ensure full compliance with health & safety, fire safety, and building regulations. Lead audits and implement corrective actions.
Sustainability & Innovation : Champion HYLO’s environmental and wellness credentials, supporting initiatives that enhance WELL and BREEAM standards.
Technology Integration : Leverage HYLO’s smart building systems and app-based controls to streamline operations and enhance user experience.
Reporting & Budgeting : Provide regular operational and input into the client reports, manage budgets, and support procurement processes for site-related services.
Crisis & Incident Management : support with emergency response planning and execution, ensuring business continuity and occupant safety.
Skills, Knowledge And Experience Proven experience in senior facilities or property management roles within premium commercial or mixed-use buildings.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary teams.
Deep understanding of building operations, compliance, and service delivery frameworks.
Experience in placemaking, occupier engagement, and community activation—ideally within urban estates or mixed-use environments.
Familiarity with WELL, BREEAM, Wired Score and other sustainability certifications is required..
Commercial awareness and experience supporting retail strategy, including tenant liaison and activation of vacant units.
Tech-savvy, with experience using building management systems and digital platforms.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets.
Relevant qualifications in facilities management, engineering, or building services (e.g., IWFM, IOSH, NEBOSH).
Working Hours - 08:30 – 17:00
Salary - £75,000
Please see our Benefits Booklet for more information.
About Savills
Savills is a global real estate services provider with a network of more than 40,000 people in over 700 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. A FTSE 250 company (LON: SVS) headquartered in London, Savills advises corporate, institutional and private clients who are seeking to acquire, lease, develop or realise the value of residential and commercial property in the world's key locations.
Client Services Director - HYLO, London
About the role
Purpose of the Role To lead the operational excellence of HYLO, one of London’s most dynamic and forward-thinking commercial buildings. The Senior Site Lead will act as the central conduit between surveying, service partners, occupiers, and the client—ensuring seamless day-to-day operations, exceptional service delivery, and alignment with HYLO’s brand values of flexibility, sustainability, and innovation.
Beyond operational leadership, this role is instrumental in curating a vibrant sense of place —activating communal spaces, supporting retail engagement, and fostering a connected occupier experience across the building and wider estate. The Client Services Director will help shape HYLO not just as a workplace, but as a destination.
Key Responsibilities Team Leadership : Manage and mentor the on-site team, ensuring high standards of professionalism, responsiveness, and collaboration.
Service Partner Oversight : Coordinate and monitor all contracted services (cleaning, security, M&E, etc.), ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met or exceeded.
Client & Stakeholder Liaison : Serve as the primary operational contact for the client, occupiers, and surveying team—translating strategic goals into actionable site-level outcomes.
Placemaking & Community Activation : Curate a vibrant occupier experience by activating communal spaces, supporting events, and fostering a sense of belonging within HYLO and the wider estate.
Retail Engagement : Support the activation and leasing strategy of vacant retail units, liaising with potential tenants and integrating retail into the overall placemaking vision.
Compliance & Safety : Ensure full compliance with health & safety, fire safety, and building regulations. Lead audits and implement corrective actions.
Sustainability & Innovation : Champion HYLO’s environmental and wellness credentials, supporting initiatives that enhance WELL and BREEAM standards.
Technology Integration : Leverage HYLO’s smart building systems and app-based controls to streamline operations and enhance user experience.
Reporting & Budgeting : Provide regular operational and input into the client reports, manage budgets, and support procurement processes for site-related services.
Crisis & Incident Management : support with emergency response planning and execution, ensuring business continuity and occupant safety.
Skills, Knowledge And Experience Proven experience in senior facilities or property management roles within premium commercial or mixed-use buildings.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and manage multidisciplinary teams.
Deep understanding of building operations, compliance, and service delivery frameworks.
Experience in placemaking, occupier engagement, and community activation—ideally within urban estates or mixed-use environments.
Familiarity with WELL, BREEAM, Wired Score and other sustainability certifications is required..
Commercial awareness and experience supporting retail strategy, including tenant liaison and activation of vacant units.
Tech-savvy, with experience using building management systems and digital platforms.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets.
Relevant qualifications in facilities management, engineering, or building services (e.g., IWFM, IOSH, NEBOSH).
Working Hours - 08:30 – 17:00
Salary - £75,000
Please see our Benefits Booklet for more information.
About Savills
Savills is a global real estate services provider with a network of more than 40,000 people in over 700 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. A FTSE 250 company (LON: SVS) headquartered in London, Savills advises corporate, institutional and private clients who are seeking to acquire, lease, develop or realise the value of residential and commercial property in the world's key locations.