Asset Disposals Senior Surveyor

CRA Group Limited; Grays; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority firm in England is seeking a property asset manager for a 3-month contract. This role focuses on managing the disposal of property assets to support financial recovery, ensuring compliance with legislation and council processes. Ideal candidates have a background in property management and a strong understanding of property law, along with excellent negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property asset management, disposal, or related real estate transactions.
• Strong understanding of property law, conveyancing, and due diligence processes.
• Track record of delivering complex property transactions within tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed due diligence on council-owned property assets.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the disposal process.
• Oversee disposal transactions from instruction to legal completion.

Skills

Property asset management

Due diligence

Negotiation

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Degree in Real Estate, Property Management, Law, or related discipline

Professional membership (e.g., RICS)

Tools

Property management systems

MS Office

Job description

This is a 3-month contract with a local authority, focusing on managing the disposal of the council's property assets to support financial recovery following the Section 114 Notice. The role involves conducting thorough due diligence, managing transactions from start to finish, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and council processes. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in achieving the council's financial recovery objectives by delivering efficient and value-driven property disposals.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed due diligence on council-owned property assets to evaluate disposal potential.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external legal teams, and property agents throughout the disposal process.
• Oversee disposal transactions from initial instruction to legal completion.
• Ensure adherence to council procurement processes and relevant legislation.
• Monitor and report on progress against disposal targets and timelines.
• Negotiate terms to secure the best value for the council.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all transactions.
• Contribute to the council's financial recovery objectives through timely and efficient disposals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property asset management, disposal, or related real estate transactions.
• Strong understanding of property law, conveyancing, and due diligence processes.
• Experience working with legal teams and property agents.
• Track record of delivering complex property transactions within tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with public sector governance and procurement processes is desirable.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Real Estate, Property Management, Law, or related discipline.
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS) is highly desirable.
• Strong IT skills, including proficiency in property management systems and MS Office.