Senior Estates Surveyor

St Helens Borough Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in St Helens is seeking a highly motivated Senior Surveyor to manage their property portfolio. This role involves leading complex estate management matters and providing expert advice on property issues. The successful candidate will have a degree in Estate Surveying and be a full member of RICS, alongside strong negotiation and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the regeneration and service delivery for the benefit of residents.

Qualifications

• Significant post-qualification experience in estates or asset management.
• Proven ability in providing expert property-related advice.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex estate management matters including disposals, acquisitions, and valuations.
• Support the development and implementation of the Council's Asset Strategy.
• Mentor junior team members and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Estate Surveying or equivalent

Full membership of RICS (MRICS/FRICS)

Job description

Overview

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The Property Services team at St Helens comprises - Commercial Estates; Facilities and Building Maintenance; Design and Major Projects and Customer Services and Business Support, all under the leadership of our Head of Property.

Our Property Services has been designed to promote the proactive management of our assets, whilst providing a customer focused service that facilitates outcomes for our residents and clients, through improved customer experience, better use of public estate, greater financial efficiency and achievement of our Borough priorities.

Reporting to the Team Manager for Commercial Estates, the successful applicants will join an existing team of Surveyors and an Estates Technician, whilst working alongside the wider Property Team.

Roles That Matter

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Surveyor to join our Commercial Estates team here in St Helens. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the management and development of the Council\'s diverse property portfolio, helping to deliver best value, drive regeneration, and support service delivery for the benefit of our residents.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex estate management matters including disposals, acquisitions, lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, and valuations.
• Provide expert advice on property-related issues to internal services, elected members, and key stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of the Council\'s Asset Strategy and Asset Management Plan
• Support and mentor junior members of the team and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, RICS standards, and best practice in property management.

About You

You will be a commercially minded property professional with:

• A degree in Estate Surveying (or equivalent).
• Full membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS).
• Significant post-qualification experience in estates or asset management.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.

Apply now and help shape the future of our borough through effective and innovative property management.

Prefer a chat about the role before applying? Please contact Sally Flitter - Team Manager for Commercial Estates - [e-mail].

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

We reserve the right to close the advert early, with sufficient applications. Apply early to avoid disappointment.

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