Number of Vacancies:
1
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Proposed Interview Date:
Monday, October 5, 2026
Hours of Work:
37
Hiring Manager:
Simon Blood
Contact Number:
01482 816243
Job Description Summary:
This is a Full Time, Permanent position.
Proposed Interview Dates: Week Commencing 5th October 2026
The Council are seeking an experienced property professional to manage the disposal of land & buildings and to promote development & refurbishment opportunities.
ROLE AND PURPOSE
The post holder will work within the Valuation & Consultancy team to provide an integrated professional property advice service to other departments within Hull City Council and to actively dispose of surplus property assets to achieve annual capital receipt targets.
They will be the first point of contact for all parties interested in acquiring available surplus property assets and will work with the Valuation & Consultancy team to assist in the development and delivery of a highly efficient and effective service.
They will develop social media platforms marketing the available property and generating potential leads. The postholder will produce marketing particulars, organise viewings of available properties, negotiate disposal terms, carry out AML and credit checks, liaise with legal services and work with the team to maximise capital receipts.
They will work with the Estates Team to support the delivery of the Council’s Corporate Plan, Corporate Property Strategy and Service Area objectives in relation to the corporate property estate.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Work as part of a team to deliver an integrated professional service to the Council
- Provide an effective and responsive “first point of contact” for all potential purchasers.
- Coordinate the marketing of surplus property assets, update enquiries database and prepare regular progress reports.
- Respond to enquiries, arrange and attend viewings with potential purchasers and understand the complexities of the properties so as to be able to answer direct questions arising from the viewing such as price, tenure, size, rates, etc.
- Develop the team’s exposure on social media and update social media with good news stories and available commercial properties.
- Manage database systems and provide timely and accurate information that contributes to the reporting system.
- Preparing accurate marketing particulars, maintain the Council’s property web portal and promote the Council and available properties using social media.
- Undertake the negotiation of disposal terms with purchasers
- Respond sensitively to customers and make informed and impartial decisions whilst following the Council’s policies, procedures, and legislation to manage all casework
- Maintain the confidentiality of information in accordance with the Council’s data protections policies.
The above principal accountabilities are not exhaustive and may vary without changing the character of the job or level of responsibility.
NC5096.Commercial Property Agent
Compensation Grades:
GRADES 8.
Pay Ranges:
£36,363.00 - £39,152.00
Job Classifications:
3- Not Politically Restricted - Designated As Not Politically Sensitive (Politically Restricted Posts), Essential 3A - It is essential for the postholder to have a current driving licence and to provide a car for work. (i.e. someone who did not meet these requirements could not be appointed to the post, since it would be impossible for the postholder to do the job without using a private car). These requirements would be essential criteria on the person specification for the post. (Travel Allowance Policy), No - (Childcare Disqualification Requirement), No - (Statutory Post)
Benefits of Working of Hull City Council:
- A competitive salary
- An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- Initially 23 days annual leave depending on length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year, and three additional days off, one in May/August and one during the Christmas/New year period
- Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods
- Supportive and forward-thinking culture
- Great career development opportunities
Please ensure that you complete and submit your application by midnight prior to the closing date. Please ensure that your application demonstrates how you meet the essential criteria against the person specification as listed in the job description.
We are committed to increasing the diversity, equality, and inclusion within our workforce to represent the people we serve and build an environment in which everyone can feel like they belong. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply.
We adopt a ‘name blind’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
We reserve the right to amend the dates associated with this advert, which may include closing the advert early where required.
The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.
Online searches, including social media, may be carried out as part of the recruitment process.
Commercial Property Agent employer: Hull City Council
Hull City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises the well-being of its employees while striving for excellence in children's services. With flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to making a real difference in the lives of children and families, joining our team means being part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to positive change in the community. Located in the vibrant city of Hull, employees enjoy a high quality of life with access to cultural and leisure activities, making it an ideal place to work and grow.
