At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Asset Management team and optimise a diverse property portfolio.
- Company: Walsall Council, committed to professional growth and community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of property management while ensuring value for money.
- Qualifications: Degree in property management or surveying; RICS membership required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Walsall Council is looking for an experienced, qualified surveyor to lead the Asset Management team. This role involves managing and optimising a diverse property portfolio, ensuring assets are well managed, compliant and delivering value for money.
Responsibilities
- Strategic asset planning through operational property data and insights
- Undertaking property reviews and business cases to support asset optimisation
- Maintaining and updating the property asset register
- Preparing reports, recommendations and professional advice on property matters
- Managing lease events including lease renewals, rent reviews and terminations
- Overseeing leases, licences and tenancy agreements across the portfolio
- Ensuring compliance with lease terms and wider statutory and contractual obligations
- Liaising with tenants, landlords, internal teams and external partners to resolve property-related issues
- Acting as a point of contact for internal departments, elected members and external stakeholders
- Coordinating maintenance and repair activity with maintenance teams
- Conducting regular inspections of council-owned properties
- Leading on acquisitions, disposals and valuations of property assets
- Working closely with legal and finance colleagues to ensure due diligence and compliance
- Monitoring budgets and expenditure linked to property operations
- Financial forecasting, reporting and budget planning for property assets
- Identifying opportunities for cost savings, income generation and value for money
- Ensuring rents and service charges are demanded, received and reconciled within proper timescales
- Contributing to sustainability and social value outcomes through effective property management
- Carrying out risk assessments and supporting the implementation of mitigation measures
- Always representing Walsall Council in a professional manner
Qualifications
- A degree or equivalent qualification in property management, surveying or a related field
- Membership of RICS and a RICS Registered Valuer
- Continuous professional development and a RICS Valuation Licence
- BPSS check required
Closing date: 30th June 2026 – for further information contact Nick.Ford@walsall.gov.uk
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this job vacancy. We are not accepting agency applications or referrals at this time.
Team Manager - Asset Management Ref: EE04626 in Walsall employer: WMJobs
Walsall Council is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where experienced professionals can thrive in the Asset Management sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a focus on sustainability, team members benefit from opportunities for continuous professional growth while contributing to meaningful community outcomes. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and ensures that every employee plays a vital role in optimising the council's diverse property portfolio.
