Senior Estates Surveyor

Carrington West; Borehamwood; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Borehamwood is seeking a Senior Estates Surveyor to lead their Estates team and manage property portfolio. Candidates must possess MRICS status and extensive experience in estate management. The role offers a competitive salary, an annual retention payment, and a comprehensive benefits package including annual leave, pension scheme, and wellness benefits.

Benefits

27 - 32 days annual leave

Annual retention payment of £1,000

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free gym membership

Flexi-leave (up to 2 days per month)

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in estate management and valuations.
• Ability to motivate and develop a small team.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a small but busy Estates team.
• Oversee all aspects of estate management.
• Provide expert professional advice to Council Members and Officers.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team management

Technical expertise in estate management

Solution-focused approach

Education

MRICS status

Job description

Overview

Senior Estates Surveyor
Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - up to 3 days remote working)
Salary: £47,294 - £59,112 (+ £1,000 annual retention payment)
Job type: Permanent, Full-time (36 hours per week)

The Opportunity
Carrington West is delighted to be partnering with Hertsmere Borough Council in the search for a Senior Estates Surveyor. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and ambitious local authority with a clear vision for enhancing the quality of life across the borough.

Hertsmere is a unique council, home to the world-famous Elstree Studios and situated just outside North London. The borough combines extensive greenbelt countryside with excellent transport links into London and the wider Home Counties.

This is a chance to take on a key leadership role in the Estates team, influencing the future of the council's property portfolio while enjoying the benefits of a supportive, flexible working environment.

The Role

As Senior Estates Surveyor, you will:

• Lead and manage a small but busy Estates team.
• Oversee all aspects of estate management, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant functions, valuations, and development appraisals.
• Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the council's non-operational properties.
• Provide expert professional advice to Council Members and Officers.
• Act as deputy for the Property Services & Asset Manager, offering scope for career progression.

About You

We are looking for a self-motivated and technically strong Estates professional who can make an immediate impact. You will have:

• UK Resident
• MRICS status with extensive experience in estate management and valuations.
• Proven people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a small team.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels.
• A proactive, solution-focused approach, with the ability to manage your own workload effectively.

What’s on Offer

Alongside a competitive salary and retention payment, Hertsmere Borough Council offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• 27 - 32 days annual leave (depending on local government service) + bank holidays
• Annual retention payment of £1,000
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi-leave (up to 2 days per month)
• Free gym membership
• Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work + free Beryl bike rides)
• Wellbeing benefits (lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOTs)
• Employee Assistance Programme

Apply

If you are an ambitious Estates Surveyor looking to step into a senior role with real responsibility, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV to Melanie Cole at Carrington West or contact us for a confidential discussion.