Estates Surveyor

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Salary: £53,964 - £58,174
• Hours: 36 Hours per Week
• Location: Tameside One, Market Place, Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside, OL6

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Strategic Property for a Senior Estates Surveyor to lead a group of professionals within the Council’s Estates Team. This role is pivotal in managing a diverse and extensive property estate, offering a dynamic work environment in a region poised for significant growth and development.

• Lead and manage the credit control on specified developments within the Council’s extensive property portfolio.
• Proactively chase outstanding arrears and update management on the status.
• Implement pre-legal processes and negotiate through to legal proceedings with third-party agencies when necessary.
• Ensure accurate and timely rent demands and assist in the Direct Debit processes.
• Identify high-risk residents and provide necessary support and advice.
• Liaise with third-party debt collectors and solicitors to reclaim long-standing debts.
• Ensure all contractual payment terms with residents are adhered to and resolve any direct debit issues promptly.
• Manage budget extensions and costs associated with third-party services.
• Maintain high-quality data in Salesforce and ensure accurate resident ledgers.

• Minimum of 5 years post-qualification experience in a similar role, preferably within the public or private sector.
• Demonstrable leadership skills and experience in managing a mixed portfolio.
• Strong understanding of property and strategic asset management.
• Experience in property negotiations and a proven ability to work at pace.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of inward investment and regeneration is beneficial.
• Proficiency in using IT tools like Microsoft Excel and property management systems.

• Flexible working arrangements including a flexi-time scheme and options for compressed hours.
• Recognition of continuous service for various benefits if coming from other Greater Manchester services.
• Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Support for greener travel options including a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing support including mental health first aiders and counselling services.
• Access to professional development opportunities and a variety of training programs.
• Discounts at local retail outlets and opportunities to win tickets to local events.