Principal Property Surveyor (Internal Candidates Only) in London

This position is open to internal candidates only. Any applications received from external candidates will not be considered and will be automatically rejected.

Important Information for Current Barnet Council Employees: Where possible, employees who have access to Oracle are encouraged to apply via the Opportunity Marketplace (Internal Career Site). This helps to ensure applications are correctly identified as internal and avoids potential delays during the recruitment process.

About Barnet Council: Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do.

About the role: The Principal Surveyor is responsible for leading the management and optimisation of a diverse commercial property portfolio to maximise income and asset value. The role involves overseeing key functions such as rent reviews, lease renewals, property negotiations, and resolving complex landlord and tenant matters. It also requires providing professional advice to senior officers and Members, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and Council policies. The postholder manages and prioritises a varied caseload, often involving high-value or sensitive transactions, while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. In addition, the role includes supporting and line managing staff, contributing to service delivery objectives, and driving performance across the Estates function. Overall, the position plays a critical role in delivering the Council’s property strategy and financial targets.

About you: Candidates should hold a recognised professional qualification in surveying (such as MRICS) or demonstrate equivalent experience in commercial property management. They must have significant experience of dealing with landlord and tenant matters, including rent reviews, lease renewals and complex property negotiations. A strong understanding of property legislation, valuation principles and asset management is essential. Applicants should be able to manage a varied and demanding workload, prioritising effectively to meet deadlines and deliver outcomes. The role also requires excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior officers and external parties. Experience of working within a local authority or public sector environment is desirable, alongside the ability to support and line manage staff.

What we offer:

• 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
• Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
• A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
• Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Employee well-being training programs including confidential employee assistance

How to apply: Read the job description and person specification before clicking ‘Apply’ to commence the online application form. If you would like any further information about the role before applying, please contact sal.waheed@barnet.gov.uk.

All posts with the council are subject to a probationary period of six months, during which time you will be required to demonstrate to the council satisfaction your suitability for the position in which you will be employed. Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close vacancies before the stated closing date if sufficient number of applications are received. Therefore, please apply as soon as possible.

Please ensure you regularly check the email account (including JUNK MAIL folders) that you use to submit your application, as any further communication regarding your application will be sent electronically. Should you not hear from us within four working weeks of the closing date for this post, then regretfully in this instance, you have not been shortlisted.