Overview
Directorate: Regeneration, Housing and Environment
Pay Level: 7 £41,873 - £47,238 fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
DBS requirement: Basic
What You’ll Be Doing
We are seeking a Strategic Asset Officer to support the management and disposal of the Council’s surplus property assets. Working closely with Council services, tenants, occupiers, and agents, you will help maximise income and capital receipts from a varied portfolio including community assets, retail units, office buildings, and investment properties.
The role involves managing property disposals and estate casework, supporting strategic service and asset plans, liaising with stakeholders, and providing estate management advice to senior teams. We are looking for someone with experience in estate or asset management, strong negotiation skills, and a commercial approach to property management.
Apply now to help shape and maximise the Council’s property portfolio for the benefit of Slough residents.
Our Council
Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and our environment, and we would love you to join us in our mission. All of our employees, whatever their job, contribute to delivering services to local people - either directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and are continuously striving for our residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous, and healthy lives.
What We Offer
We offer a supportive place to grow and develop your career with a real opportunity for your input to be valued and heard. Ambition and innovation will be required now more than ever, and you will join a friendly and collaborative environment where you are encouraged to thrive.
We understand that everyone has different needs and circumstances. That's why we're committed to offering flexible and hybrid working arrangements that help you achieve the best work-life balance and accommodate different working patterns. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We select staff on merit and foster a workforce where people are valued and represent the local communities we serve.
Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1st April each year, subject to six months service in the post, until the maximum spinal column point of the level has been reached. The payment of annual increments is not automatic and is subject to satisfactory performance as assessed by your director.
Alongside a Competitive Salary, We Provide
* 26 days annual leave (not including Bank holidays), rising to 30 days between 2 - 5 years' service and 33 days after 5 years' service.
* The Local Government Pension Scheme
* Ability to engage with wellbeing initiatives and the opportunity to be a member of our various employee networks, which are key to ensuring we celebrate and promote equality.
* Tax-free childcare and childcare services
* Season loan ticket - to help with the cost of your rail / bus journey to and from work.
Accessibility And Support
Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. We are keen to support you to feel comfortable throughout the application and interview process. Therefore, if you require any support throughout the application process or reasonable adjustments for the interview (e.g. questions being printed on the day or consideration for layout or lighting for the interview room), please contact our Recruitment Team who will be able to assist: Recruitment@slough.gov.uk.
This information will be treated confidentially and used solely to ensure we provide appropriate support throughout the recruitment process and beyond.
Slough Borough Council offers a variety of staff networks for you to be part of. Networks represent our diverse staff groups and come together to help the organisation be a place where our people can feel included and thrive.
Follow the link HERE to learn more.
Right To Work And Checks
All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please contact Recruitment@slough.gov.uk before submitting an application.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If appointed, all posts will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
How We Recruit At Slough Borough Council
Our 8 Core Skills
At Slough Borough Council, we are moving Forward Together. We believe in our people, our purpose, and our progress. We've created a unified set of core skills to help you understand what we value and will form part of your interview with us.
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