Interim Estates Surveyor
£400-£450p/d Umbrella (INSIDE IR35) - flexibility depending on experience
3 Months Initially (with a view to extend)
Bedford Borough Council
Hybrid Working - 2 Days in the Office | Cover Required Pending Estates Structure Review
What will you do?
- Provide general landlord and tenant (L&T) services across a mixed commercial and community-focused property portfolio
- Manage lease renewals, rent reviews, licences, and service charge matters to support income generation and cost recovery
- Proactively monitor property income, manage debt and ensure timely resolution of arrears
- Oversee day-to-day property management including queries from occupiers and liaison with legal and finance teams
- Assist with the strategic management of Council assets pending an ongoing Estates restructure
- Undertake RICS-compliant valuations and provide professional property advice as needed
- Represent the Council in negotiations with tenants, leaseholders and other stakeholders
What do you need?
To be successful in your application, you'll need to demonstrate ALL the following on application and through the interview process:
- UK Resident with a valid driving licence and access to a car
- MRICS qualified with a minimum of 4 years' experience in public sector.
- Solid experience in property management and landlord & tenant matters, ideally within a local authority setting
- RICS Registered Valuer status - desirable but not essential
- Strong knowledge of lease law, rent reviews, service charges and commercial property management
- Ability to work independently and manage your own caseload across a variety of property types
What to do next?
This is a great opportunity to step into a busy and varied estates role with the potential to move into a permanent post.
To avoid missing out, please apply today with a copy of your CV before 9th June