Strategic Disposals Lead
We are after an experienced Interim Asset Disposals Team Leader to take the lead on a high-profile portfolio of property disposals. This is a key leadership role within a Property and Estates service, requiring a confident and commercially-minded professional who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced local authority environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage the council’s programme of property and land disposals
* Provide strategic advice on disposal opportunities aligned with corporate objectives
* Oversee feasibility, due diligence, valuation, and negotiation processes
* Work collaboratively with legal, finance, planning, and development teams
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, internal governance, and transparency requirements
* Report to senior leadership and Members on progress, risks, and outcomes
* Manage and support a small team and external advisors as required
What We’re Looking For:
We need someone with a strong track record in managing complex disposals programmes, ideally within a local authority or similar public sector setting.
* Extensive experience in property disposals, asset management or estates
* Ability to lead negotiations and deliver value in a public interest context
* Strong understanding of public sector governance, procurement and legal frameworks
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* A pragmatic, delivery-focused approach
* RICS
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