Job Description
Main Purpose of the Post: To assist in the delivery of a professional Estate Management and Valuation Service that manages the Authority’s property portfolio, whilst also helping the Client achieve its corporate programmes and objectives.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
* Assist in the management of property portfolio, including commercial, industrial, recreational, agricultural land, and land awaiting development.
* Assist the Principal Estates Manager with asset valuations and provide professional advice to the client department.
* Undertake negotiations for lease agreements, licences, rent reviews, easements, and wayleaves.
* Conducted rating and insurance valuations and provided professional advice.
* Undertake acquisitions and disposals of land and buildings on behalf of the Client.
* Ensure the Authority’s acquisition and disposal targets are met.
* Manage the Client’s property portfolio to meet financial objectives.
* Support the Client’s strategic priorities and redevelopment activities.
* Attend meetings, produce reports, and give advice as required.
* Manage the Client’s markets and official Gypsy & Traveller sites.
* Comply with corporate policies and procedures, including child protection, health, safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection.
* Ensure equal opportunities for all.
* Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the Authority.
* Adopt a flexible, authority-wide approach to service provision.
* Support the role of other professionals 1.
* Participate in relevant meetings, training, and performance development.
* Undertake other duties as required, including deputising for senior managers.
Work Experience:
* Extensive experience in property management, disposal, and acquisition.
* Evidence of negotiating property deals.
* Experience in a multi-disciplined environment.
* Collaboration with external partners.
* Proficiency with standard IT packages.
Specialist Knowledge:
* Landlord and Tenant Legislation.
* Asset Valuation under R.I.C.S., C.I.P.F.A., and I.F.R.S. guidelines.
* Compulsory Purchase Legislation.
Education & Training:
* Relevant property-related degree or equivalent.
* RICS qualified.
* RICS Valuer Registration.
General Skills/Abilities:
* Effective communication at all levels.
* Proficient interpersonal skills.
* Ability to write concise, accurate, and informative reports.
* Good presentation skills.
* Good IT skills.
* Analytical, organisational, and reasoning skills.
* Ability to use initiative, work with minimum supervision, and meet deadlines.
DBS Requirement: This post is subject to a standard DBS disclosure.
Other Requirements:
* Access to suitable transport.
* Full Driving Licence.