Interim Senior Commercial Surveyor

Venn Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority recruiting firm in London is seeking an experienced Interim Senior Commercial Surveyor to manage the Council's property portfolio. The ideal candidate will provide significant insights into property markets and asset management while driving regeneration opportunities. Experience within a complex environment is essential, along with strong legislative knowledge. This hybrid role offers an opportunity to lead initiatives that maximize value and deliver on the Council's property strategy.

Benefits

Vouchers from high street organisations for candidate recommendations

Qualifications

• Significant experience in property portfolio management within a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Currently working as a property professional in the public or private sector.
• Expert knowledge of legislative and policy frameworks affecting the service.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Councils property portfolio to maximise value and reduce costs.
• Identify and deliver value-add opportunities and asset management initiatives.
• Drive regeneration opportunities and oversee financial management.

Skills

Property portfolio management

Commercial insight

Strong understanding of property markets

Navigating public policy

Job description

Interim Senior Commercial Surveyor

Based in London, hybrid

Inside IR35

We’re working with a London Local Authority who are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Senior Commercial Surveyor to play a leading role in shaping and delivering the Council’s property strategy.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage the Councils property portfolio to maximise value, reduce costs, improve long‑term performance, and generate financial, social, and economic benefits
• Identify and deliver value‑add opportunities and asset management initiatives
• Lead on commercial arrangements, including leases and acquisitions
• Drive regeneration opportunities through development enabling work and ensure asset disposals reflect Council priorities and best value principles
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for a portfolio valued at approximately £2.77bn

Experience and knowledge required:

• Significant experience in property portfolio management within a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment
• Strong commercial insight and understanding of property markets, development, and asset management
• Currently working as a property professional in the public or private sector within property, infrastructure, or housing
• Experience navigating public policy, preparing land development activities, and producing acquisition/disposal strategies
• Expert knowledge of legislative, policy, and contextual frameworks affecting the service

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to [e-mail]

*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations