I'm delighted to be working with one of our longstanding clients, who are looking to appoint a Permanent Estates Surveyor to join their friendly and supportive Property Team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estates Surveyor looking to join a collaborative team where you will have the opportunity to take ownership of a varied property portfolio, contribute to exciting projects and play an important role in maximising the value of the Council's assets.
The Opportunity
- Salary: £49,686 - £56,585 per annum (depending on experience)
- Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
- Working arrangements: Hybrid, with 2-3 days per week in the office and the remainder working from home.
Staff Benefits Include:
- Generous pension contributions of up to 17%.
- Up to 32 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
- Discounted parking during working hours.
- Car salary sacrifice scheme.
- Flexible and remote working arrangements.
Key Responsibilities
- Negotiate and manage property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, lease extensions and rights of way.
- Manage the letting of Council-owned commercial and industrial properties.
- Undertake rent reviews, lease renewals and maximise rental income.
- Carry out property valuations for sales, purchases, mortgages, insurance, Right to Buy and dilapidations.
- Oversee day-to-day estate management, including leases, service charges and rent arrears.
- Negotiate compensation claims and manage matters relating to Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPOs).
- Prepare reports and evidence for court hearings, arbitration and planning inquiries.
- Undertake regular property inspections and maintain accurate property records.
- Liaise with internal departments, tenants, solicitors, contractors and external agents.
- Work alongside Building Surveyors on property maintenance matters.
- Identify opportunities to maximise the value and income of the Council's property portfolio.
- Support property development projects and wider asset management initiatives.
- Assist with budget management, performance monitoring and supporting junior team members.
About You
- MRICS qualified.
- Experienced in general practice and commercial estate management.
- Confident negotiating property transactions, rent reviews and lease renewals.
- Ideally based in or around Hertfordshire.
- Access to your own vehicle for property visits would be beneficial.
Estates Surveyor employer: Park Avenue Recruitment
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