Job Details

Estates Surveyor

Wyre Forest Council

Contract: 3 months
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Wyre Forest House
Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 days on site
Start Date: ASAP
IR35: Inside IR35
Rate: Negotiable, guided by experience

Job Overview

Wyre Forest Council is looking for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support the management of its property portfolio, covering operational and non-operational buildings, land and commercial assets.

The successful candidate will play an important role in managing commercial property, overseeing leases and licences, negotiating rent reviews and advising on property valuations. You will also support property acquisitions and disposals, identify opportunities to maximise rental income and ensure the council’s assets are managed effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the council’s commercial property portfolio, including buildings and land.
• Oversee the letting of vacant commercial properties and manage existing leases and licences.
• Negotiate commercial leases, rental agreements and rent reviews.
• Undertake and advise on property valuations using market, income and cost approaches.
• Support the acquisition and disposal of land and property.
• Market properties for sale and letting, identifying opportunities to maximise commercial income.
• Liaise with tenants, letting agents, valuation advisors, legal teams and finance colleagues.
• Manage contracts with external letting agents and valuation consultants.
• Support the preparation of the Council’s Strategic Asset Management Plan.
• Monitor property budgets and prepare financial reports and updates.
• Support the management of over 250 council-owned assets.
• Ensure property management activities comply with relevant legislation and professional standards.

Essential Requirements

• At least 2 years’ post-qualification experience as a Chartered Surveyor within the commercial property sector.
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Estate Management, Property Management, Facilities Management, Town and Country Planning or a related subject.
• Strong commercial estate management experience.
• Experience negotiating commercial leases and rent reviews.
• Experience undertaking property valuations.
• Experience marketing commercial properties for sale and letting.
• Good knowledge of Landlord and Tenant legislation.
• Strong negotiation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office / 365.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle with business-use insurance.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous local government or public-sector experience.
• Experience with property acquisitions and disposals.
• RICS membership or a commitment to achieving membership.
• Experience using digital property mapping software.

Additional Information

• The role is based at Wyre Forest House, with a requirement to attend site two days per week.
• Site visits may be required across the council’s property portfolio.
• The successful candidate will need to provide their own suitable vehicle for business travel.
• Interviews will be conducted via Microsoft Teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial property professional to support a local authority in managing and maximising the value of its property estate.