Senior Surveyor - Estates Management

Bracknell Forest Council; Bracknell; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking council as a Senior Estates Management Surveyor, where your expertise in commercial property will shine. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse portfolio of over 200 properties, providing strategic advice and overseeing valuations and lease renewals. Enjoy a supportive team environment and the opportunity to work within a thriving community in Bracknell. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional growth, this position promises a fulfilling career path. If you're self-driven and passionate about property management, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Opportunity to buy/sell annual leave

Hybrid working opportunities

Inclusive working environment

Sports and social club

Enhanced family leave

Career development opportunities

Great office location

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial property management and valuation is essential.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships with tenants.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial property valuation and management tasks.
• Provide strategic property advice to various departments.

Skills

Commercial Property Management

Valuation Methods

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors

Post-qualification experience in commercial property

Job description

£52,110 - £57,688 FTE (inclusive of 10% Market Premia and £706 London Weighting)

Location:

Contract:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

Full Time

Hours:

37 hours per week. Hours are negotiable - full/part-time.

DBS Check:

No

Closing Date:

21/02/2025 at 23:59

Reference:

PL/25/302992

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Estates Management Surveyor. If you are a self-driven professional with a wealth of experience navigating the challenges of the property industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will bring your excellent communication skills to the forefront, building strong relationships with tenants and professionals alike. As a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, you will have considerable post-qualification experience in commercial property, particularly in rent reviews and lease renewals. A solid understanding of valuation methods, estate management laws and best practices will be key to your success in this role.

Working in Bracknell Forest will give you the chance to be part of a thriving community in the heart of Berkshire with easy access to London, just a short journey away. Management of our property portfolio offers a range of exciting challenges and opportunities for property professionals.

About the team...

You will join a small and supportive team providing a professional valuation and estates service to the council including:

• management of a diverse portfolio of over 200 commercial properties
• management of the council's corporate and operational estate

As well as time working either in the office or from home, you will be out in the community, meeting tenants and inspecting our properties.

Key responsibilities

• You will be responsible for commercial property valuation and management, including tasks such as new lettings, rent reviews, marketing, lease renewals, assignments, debt management, service charge management and repairs and dilapidations.
• Acquisitions and disposals of land and buildings.
• You will provide strategic advice to other departments on property issues.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave increasing to 33 days after 3 years’ continuous service.
• Opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days annual leave per year and sell 5 days.
• Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
• Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.
• Sports and social club.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
• Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
• Great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.
• Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.

Our Values

At Bracknell Forest Council, our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting [e-mail]. We will work with you to support you throughout the process.

Interview date

Interviews will be held on 4th and 5th March 2025.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.

Please note AI is prohibited during the interview; any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.

At Bracknell Forest, we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Please apply online via the link provided.