Principal Estates Officer

SHEER JOBS LIMITED; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a professional for estate management, focusing on property portfolio management and valuations. The role involves tasks such as lease negotiations and provision of management advice to clients, with responsibilities spanning across asset management and strategic support. A relevant property qualification and experience in a similar role are essential, alongside effective communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in property management, disposal, and acquisition.
• Experience in negotiating property deals.
• Collaboration with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing property portfolio and valuations.
• Conduct negotiations for leases and acquisitions.
• Ensure the authority's property targets are met.

Skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Presentation skills

Education

Relevant property-related degree or equivalent

RICS qualified

Tools

Standard IT packages

Job description

Main Purpose of the Post: To assist in the delivery of a professional Estate Management and Valuation Service that manages the Authority's property portfolio, whilst also helping the Client achieve its corporate programmes and objectives.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of property portfolio, including commercial, industrial, recreational, agricultural land, and land awaiting development.
• Assist the Principal Estates Manager with asset valuations and provide professional advice to the client department.
• Undertake negotiations for lease agreements, licences, rent reviews, easements, and wayleaves.
• Conducted rating and insurance valuations and provided professional advice.
• Undertake acquisitions and disposals of land and buildings on behalf of the Client.
• Ensure the Authority's acquisition and disposal targets are met.
• Manage the Client's property portfolio to meet financial objectives.
• Support the Client's strategic priorities and redevelopment activities.
• Attend meetings, produce reports, and give advice as required.
• Manage the Client's markets and official Gypsy & Traveller sites.
• Comply with corporate policies and procedures, including child protection, health, safety, security, confidentiality, and data protection.
• Ensure equal opportunities for all.
• Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the Authority.
• Adopt a flexible, authority–wide approach to service provision.
• Support the role of other professionals 1.
• Participate in relevant meetings, training, and performance development.
• Undertake other duties as required, including deputising for senior managers.

Work Experience:

• Extensive experience in property management, disposal, and acquisition.
• Evidence of negotiating property deals.
• Experience in a multi–disciplined environment.
• Collaboration with external partners.
• Proficiency with standard IT packages.

Specialist Knowledge:

• Landlord and Tenant Legislation.
• Asset Valuation under R.I.C.S., C.I.P.F.A., and I.F.R.S. guidelines.
• Compulsory Purchase Legislation.

Education & Training:

• Relevant property–related degree or equivalent.
• RICS qualified.
• RICS Valuer Registration.

General Skills/Abilities:

• Effective communication at all levels.
• Proficient interpersonal skills.
• Ability to write concise, accurate, and informative reports.
• Good presentation skills.
• Good IT skills.
• Analytical, organisational, and reasoning skills.
• Ability to use initiative, work with minimum supervision, and meet deadlines.

DBS Requirement: This post is subject to a standard DBS disclosure.

Other Requirements:

• Access to suitable transport.
• Full Driving Licence.