Asset Disposals Senior Surveyor

Job Switch; Grays; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Grays is seeking a motivated individual to conduct due diligence on property assets as part of their Improvement and Recovery Plan. Responsibilities include reviewing property portfolios, carrying out assessments and site inspections, and managing the disposal processes. The ideal candidate will have experience in property management and a strong analytical background. This role is vital in supporting the Council's financial recovery efforts.

Qualifications

• Experience in property due diligence and assessment.
• Strong analytical and data review skills.
• Ability to manage disposal processes effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive reviews of property portfolios for disposal.
• Prepare asset disposal recommendations with supporting evidence.
• Manage disposals from instruction to completion effectively.

Job description

Job Purpose

The postholder will carry out comprehensive due diligence on the Council's property assets to identify and progress opportunities for disposal as part of the Improvement and Recovery Plan following the Section 114 Notice.

This role is pivotal in supporting the Council's financial recovery by ensuring that all property transactions are delivered efficiently, achieve best consideration, and comply with statutory, regulatory, and governance requirements.

The postholder will work closely with internal and external legal advisors, appointed property agents, and service departments to ensure disposals are managed from instruction to completion in an effective, transparent, and commercially astute manner.

Key Responsibilities

• ? Property Due Diligence & Assessment

Undertake a comprehensive review of the Council's property portfolio to identify opportunities for disposal, rationalisation, or redevelopment.

Collate, analyse, and verify property data, including title information, tenancy schedules, covenants, access, planning status, and constraints.

Carry out site inspections, desktop appraisals, and valuation assessments to inform decision‑making.

Prepare asset disposal recommendations with supporting evidence to ensure decisions are robust, transparent, and compliant.

• ? Disposal Process Management

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