Job Description
Senior Valuation Surveyor – London & Home Counties | Local Authority Client £34.12 p/h Umbrella (Inside IR35) 37 Hours per week Ongoing Contract Overview of the Role Service Care Solutions are working in partnership with a Local Authority within the Place Directorate to recruit an experienced Senior Valuation Surveyor to support their Corporate Estate function. Working within the Estates, Facilities and Regeneration division, you will contribute to the Directorate’s vision of delivering high professional and customer service standards, ensuring compliance with legislation, policy and Government regulations. The Council manages a diverse property portfolio valued in excess of £400m across the General Fund and Housing Revenue Account, generating over £5m annual income. This role will play a key part in protecting and enhancing that income stream through active asset management, valuation and strategic estate input. Responsibilities
* Day-to-day management of the Council’s commercial property portfolio (General Fund & HRA)
* Undertaking lease renewals, rent reviews and lettings of commercial property (shops, offices, industrial units etc.)
* Leading on residential valuation matters including RTBs and leasehold enfranchisement
* Supporting regeneration and acquisition projects including potential CPO work
* Undertaking statutory and asset valuations in accordance with RICS Professional Standards
* Managing acquisitions and disposals via private treaty or auction
* Preparing evidence for Public Enquiries, Arbitration and Court proceedings where required
* Advising internal departments (e.g. Housing, Adult Social Care) on property matters
* Preparing Cabinet Reports, briefing notes and technical documents
* Advising on rating matters and leading appeals where necessary
* Commissioning and managing external consultants
* Supporting capital receipts delivery and contribution to MTFS objectives
* Deputising for the Service Manager – Valuation & Estate Management when required
* Ensuring asset register accuracy and strong governance/performance frameworks
Requirements
* Full Member or Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS) – General Practice, Valuation or similar
* Registered Valuer (or ability to become Registered)
* Extensive experience within property valuation and/or asset management
* Strong background in commercial property management, acquisitions and disposals
* Sound knowledge of relevant property legislation, local government frameworks and compliance requirements
* Experience working within or alongside Local Authority / Public Sector estates
* Excellent report writing, numerical and analytical skills
* Ability to manage workload independently with minimal supervision
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills across internal departments and external partners
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Valuation Surveyor seeking a strategic and operational role within a large and varied Local Authority estate portfolio. If you're looking for work but this role isn’t for you, please feel free to get in touch with what you're looking for.Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on or via email at