Job Description
Job Advert – Estates Surveyor (Hertfordshire Council)\n\n Client: Local Authority – Hertfordshire\n Job Title: Estates Surveyor\n Location: Hertfordshire (Hybrid/Office-Based – site attendance as required)\n Contract: Ongoing Temporary Contract\n Pay Rate: £45 per hour Umbrella LTD / £36 per hour PAYE\n Start Date: ASAP\n\n About the Role: We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a Hertfordshire-based Council with a variety of estate and asset management responsibilities. This is a key interim role within the property team, handling both housing and non-housing assets, supporting statutory valuations, and managing a wide range of property transactions.\n\n Key Responsibilities:\nUndertake a broad range of estate and asset management duties, including landlord and tenant matters\nManage the Council’s property portfolio, including both operational and investment assets\nHandle statutory asset valuations for financial reporting purposes\nSupport Right to Buy valuations and legislative compliance\nManage and process a variety of property-related transactions, such as:\n\nDisposals\nWayleaves\nLicence agreements\nRelaxation of restrictive covenants\nLiaise with legal services, external valuers, and stakeholders as required\nEnsure records and asset registers are kept up to dateWhat We’re Looking For:\nProven experience in estate management, preferably within a local authority or public sector setting\nStrong knowledge of property law, land management, and asset valuation\nUnderstanding of Right to Buy legislation and statutory valuation processes\nExperience managing property transactions and advising on legal matters\nExcellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills\nRICS qualification (or working towards) highly desirable\nAbility to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectivelyHow to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, or would like to learn more about similar property and asset management roles, please get in touch on (phone number removed)\n or email (url removed)