Senior Asset and Estates Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the London Borough of Croydon's dynamic team as a Senior Asset and Estates Manager. You'll manage a diverse property portfolio, drive economic regeneration, and ensure the best use of assets. This role offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to impact the community positively.

Benefits

Up to 30 days of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Health and wellness initiatives

Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of property legislation and educational properties.
• Experience managing an asset management team.

Responsibilities

• Contribute strategically to the council's property portfolio.
• Manage acquisitions, disposals, and valuations.
• Act as the key commercial property advisor.

Skills

Property Industry Knowledge

Management Skills

Education

RICS Accredited Degree

MRICS Qualification

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31.05.2025

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Join the dynamic and forward-thinking team at the London Borough of Croydon, the most populous borough in London, known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene. As part of our ongoing transformation, driven by the Mayor's business plan, we are committed to creating a place of opportunity, improving financial sustainability, and enhancing the quality of life for our residents.

- Our council owns and manages a diverse portfolio of corporate and commercial properties, ensuring efficient use and strategic development to support our community's needs.

- With significant regeneration and growth plans underway, including the Croydon Town Centre Regeneration Programme, we are focused on revitalising our commercial and corporate property sectors to drive economic recovery and renewal.

- This is an exciting time to be part of Croydon, as we embrace positive change and work towards a brighter future. Join us and contribute to making Croydon a place we can all be proud to call home.

Your new role

Reporting to the Deputy Head of Asset Management, you will strategically contribute to the council's property portfolio, where the best use and income generation/cost savings opportunities are delivered.

You will also participate in acquisitions, disposals, and valuations for the council as a landlord or tenant.

You will deliver on the Corporate Asset Management plan to meet the council's vision.

You will be the key commercial property advisor, ensuring all property and asset management are managed professionally and within guidelines.

What you'll need to succeed

You must have detailed and up-to-date knowledge of all aspects of the property industry, including relevant property legislation, ideally within local authority.

Experience dealing with educational properties, landlord and tenant matters.

Skills to manage a small asset management team effectively.

Ideally, MRICS qualification or a desire to become chartered with a relevant degree (RICS Accredited).

What you'll get in return

The London Borough of Croydon Council offers a comprehensive and competitive package, including up to 30 days of annual leave, flexible working arrangements, professional development opportunities, health and wellness initiatives, and membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

Joining Croydon means being part of a supportive, forward-thinking organization committed to community impact.

What you need to do now

If interested, click 'apply now' to submit your CV or contact Molly Spencer at 02072598811 for more information.

If this role isn't suitable, contact us for a confidential career discussion.

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