Senior Disposal Surveyor

Panoramic Associates; Bradley Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Disposals Surveyor for a part-time role in the South West of England. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in property disposals. You will be responsible for property valuations, marketing strategies, and liaising with stakeholders. The position offers a competitive rate of £450 per day, with hybrid flexibility of being in the office one day a week. This role allows you to contribute significantly to the local authority's property management strategy.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working

Exposure to diverse public sector assets

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in property disposals or estates surveying.
• Qualified surveyor with relevant degree.
• Strong understanding of valuation and RICS standards.

Responsibilities

• Undertake valuations of land and property for disposal.
• Prepare and advise on disposals including sales and auctions.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for efficient disposals.
• Conduct site inspections and prepare reports.

Skills

Valuation principles

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

BSc in Property/Estates or equivalent

MRICS preferred

Tools

MS Office

Property management systems

Job description

Job Title: Disposals Surveyor - Local Authority

Location: South West of England

Rate: £450/day

Hours: Part-time, 1 day per week in the office (hybrid flexibility available)

Duration: 6 Months

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Disposals Surveyor to support the Council in the management and disposal of its property portfolio. This role provides an excellent opportunity to deliver professional valuation, marketing, and transactional expertise to ensure the Council maximises value from its assets while complying with statutory and internal procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake valuations of land and property for disposal in accordance with RICS standards.
• Prepare and advise on disposals including private treaty sales, auctions, and development agreements.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to promote properties to potential purchasers.
• Liaise with internal departments (Legal, Finance, Estates) and external stakeholders to progress disposals efficiently.
• Conduct site inspections and surveys, preparing reports with recommendations for disposal.
• Ensure compliance with the Council's Land Disposal Policy and relevant legislation.
• Maintain accurate records on the Council's asset management system.

Person Specification

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in property disposals or estates surveying within the public or private sector.
• Qualified surveyor (BSc in Property/Estates or equivalent; MRICS preferred).
• Strong understanding of valuation principles, RICS standards, and local authority procedures.
• Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage multiple disposals.
• Proficient in MS Office and familiar with property management systems.

What We Offer

• Competitive day rate of £450.
• Flexible working with one day per week in the office.
• Exposure to a diverse portfolio of public sector assets.
• Opportunity to make a tangible impact on local authority property strategy.