A leading local authority in the South West
Property Partner (Housing)
Permanent
Closing date 22 Jun 2026 (09:00)
Full Time, Permanent
Our Corporate Landlord Service is responsible for managing all land and building assets with the exception of our Housing stock.
If you are interested in advancing your career in property and you have a relevant property qualification together with significant property experience we would be pleased to hear from you.
The Property Partner role is one that leads in providing technical knowledge and support in the management of the operational property estate which covers all assets.
You will be responsible developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with Services to develop Service Asset Management Plans that identify requirements for assets and for leading on implementing any resulting changes to the portfolio.
What will I be doing?
You will adopt a lead role in advising on all aspects of property asset management in order to maximise property performance through rationalisation and cost reduction while facilitating / maintaining service delivery in the most cost effective manner.
Along with establishing strategic requirements you will be responsible for delivery of solutions which could include :-
Disposals – Freehold / Leasehold
Acquisitions
Rationalisation Projects
Development advice
You will also have line management responsibility for one or more Property Managers.
What do I need to have?
You will have a property qualification and experience of providing pro - active property estate management in a large organisation.
An excellent negotiator, problem solver and advocate, you will demonstrate an ability to deliver clear professional advice to a wide range of service disciplines and to negotiate, monitor and complete property transactions.
You will also be a good listener with capability to clearly articulate service needs and to convert that thinking and planning into effective delivery action.
In addition you will be able to develop and maintain service relationships whilst also recognising the need for asset review and challenge.
You should be prepared to demonstrate evidence of applying innovative and analytical approaches to solving complex and challenging problems.
You will be able to understand the wider needs of the business and the operation of the regional economy and property market including an appreciation of the opportunities which can be derived from developing and maintaining relationships with other public sector property occupiers.
Our client goes that extra mile for our people; we offer a work environment which is fast moving and supportive, giving you the chance to use your skills and develop new ones within a high-profile organisation. For the majority of our roles hybrid working arrangements are available, giving teams the opportunity to work in a way that suits them, balancing service need and individual choice - mixing both home and office working.
Join us and you’ll receive an excellent rewards package including flexible working and flexitime, membership of the Local Government Pension scheme, and a generous annual leave allowance. In addition, you’ll be working in a supportive environment where you’ll have the chance to make our local area a better place and contribute to its future.
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