Part Time Estates Surveyor

Part Time Interim Estates Surveyor

We are seeking an experienced Interim Estates Surveyor to join a local authority Estates and Property team, providing professional property advice and supporting the effective management and development of the Council’s property portfolio.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified surveyor with local government, public sector or complex property portfolio experience to make an immediate contribution.

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage and provide professional surveying advice across the Council’s operational and investment property portfolio.

* Manage landlord and tenant matters, including leases, renewals, rent reviews, licences and other property agreements.

* Provide advice on acquisitions, disposals, lettings and property transactions.

* Negotiate with tenants, landlords, agents, solicitors and other external stakeholders.

* Prepare property reports, recommendations and business cases for senior officers and elected members.

* Support the delivery of the Council’s asset management strategy and property objectives.

* Identify opportunities to maximise the value, efficiency and utilisation of Council-owned property.

* Instruct and manage external agents, consultants and professional advisers where required.

* Ensure property transactions and estate management activities comply with relevant legislation, Council policies and governance requirements.

* Maintain accurate property records and ensure the Council’s property database and asset information remain up to date.

* Work collaboratively with colleagues across estates, legal, finance, planning, housing and other Council services.

* Provide professional advice on property-related risks, opportunities and strategic estate matters.

Requirements:

* MRICS-qualified Chartered Surveyor, or equivalent professional qualification.

* Significant experience in commercial or public-sector estates/property management.

* Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant matters, leases, rent reviews and property transactions.

* Experience of managing and negotiating property-related agreements.

* Good understanding of valuation, acquisitions, disposals and asset management principles.

* Experience working within a local authority or wider public-sector environment is highly desirable.

* Strong commercial awareness and the ability to provide clear, practical professional advice.

* Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder-management skills.

* Ability to manage a varied workload, prioritise competing demands and work to deadlines.

* Strong report-writing and analytical skills, with the ability to present recommendations clearly to senior management and elected members.

* Good knowledge of relevant property legislation, regulations and public-sector governance requirements.

* Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office and property/asset management systems.

* Ability to work independently and make sound professional judgements
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed