Graduate Portfolio Surveyor

Kingston Council; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority property team in Kingston upon Thames is seeking a motivated candidate to support senior surveyors. The role includes assisting with lease events, tenant communication, and maintaining robust management records. Ideal candidates should possess a degree in estates management and demonstrate experience in lease management. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in property management while working in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Completed a RICS accredited degree in estates management.
• Experience in lease management and landlord-tenant processes.
• Keen interest in property management and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support senior surveyors with lease events and inspections.
• Monitor lease progress with legal services.
• Maintain communication with tenants and stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Property management

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Degree in estates management or similar

Job description

About the Role and our Ideal Candidate

• Supporting senior surveyors with lease events, such as lease renewals, rent reviews, exercising break options and disposals
• Work closely with legal services to monitor progress of lease events
• Assist with writing reports and keeping senior management informed
• Contact tenants and undertake inspections across the commercial property portfolio
• Ensure rents are paid and assist with debt management and reporting

About you

• To have completed and obtained a degree in estates management or similar from a RICS accredited course ( Essential)
• To have some experience of lease management including landlord and tenant processes ( Essential)
• To have a keen interest in property management and a willingness to support and learn from more experienced senior staff (Desirable)
• Have confidence to communicate with a range of stakeholders and keep them informed of progress ( Essential)
• Be diligent and keep robust working records of caseload to ensure you are up to speed with progress or that you are aware of issues. (Essential)
• Be able to work independently but not be afraid to ask for help when required, to be able to judge when you require help and when you can carry out tasks alone (Desirable)

About Us

Excellent opportunity to join a local authority property team in Kingston upon Thames. You will be joining a supportive group of senior surveyors and will work on a varied caseload of commercial and corporate property matters. This is a proactive team who work with a number of service areas and external tenants where strong communication skills are key. The property team manages a wide range of lease events and property management processes to ensure the council is a reliable and compliant landlord. This post will support the senior surveyors to ensure the property portfolio is managed smoothly and safely.