This is a Gloucester City Council job.
* Job Title: Asset Management Officer
* Job Location: Gloucester City Council
* Salary: £36,124 - £38,626 per annum + £5,000 Market Rate Supplement
* Hours per Week: 37.00
* Contract Type: Permanent
* Closing Date: 07/07/2025
* Job Requisition Number: 11671
* This post is open to job share
We are a dynamic local authority providing essential services to the people of Gloucester.
Our main office, based in the Eastgate Centre on Eastgate Street in the heart of the city, is an accessible, modern, and light space designed for collaborative working and innovation. It features an open plan layout, a living green wall, and plants, with flexible seating arrangements to promote interaction. We offer flexible and agile working to support a healthy work-life balance.
It’s an exciting time to join Gloucester City Council as we pursue ambitious city-wide regeneration projects, cultural initiatives, and leverage our rich history and heritage to make Gloucester a vibrant place to live, work, and visit.
About The Role
Gloucester City Council owns and manages a diverse property portfolio, including community centres, retail parks, open spaces, shopping centres, scheduled monuments, cultural buildings such as the City Museum and Guildhall, the Forum estate, and notable Grade I and II listed buildings. The property portfolio supports all council operations, ensuring properties are maintained to high standards. The role also involves contributing to the council’s health and safety functions.
Your responsibilities include:
* Conducting estate surveys and evaluations
* Identifying when specialist contractors are needed and overseeing their work
* Managing leasing activities, including negotiations for renewals and new tenancies
* Experience with retail property transactions and service charge management is advantageous
* Ensuring compliance with property regulations
* Handling landlord and tenant relations
* Understanding local authority property regulations
* Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders
Qualifications
* A relevant degree or professional surveying qualification
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
What We Can Offer You
* Flexible, hybrid, and agile working opportunities
* 30 days annual leave plus options for additional leave
* Two days paid volunteering leave annually
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Regular training and career development
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) with confidential counselling
* Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
* Cycle to Work and Car Salary Sacrifice schemes
* Employee discount scheme
Ready to make an impact in Gloucester? Apply now by submitting your application and personal statement through the 'Apply Now' button. For informal discussions, contact Jayne Wilsdon at Jayne.wilsdon@gloucester.gov.uk.
Additional Information: Access the Job Profile via the provided link. Gloucester City Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We value diversity and are an equal opportunities employer. Reasonable adjustments are available for applicants with disabilities. For support during the application process, contact recruitment@gloucestershire.gov.uk.
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