4 Month Contract With A local Authority

To support the Strategic Head of Property Services and Asset Management in delivering a professional, efficient, and cost-effective property management function, ensuring the Council’s estate is managed in accordance with corporate priorities, statutory requirements, and professional standards (RICS).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of landlord and tenant and estate management matters across the Council’s operational and commercial property portfolios.
  

• Administer lease agreements, rent reviews, renewals, assignments, and licences, ensuring compliance with lease terms and Council policy.
  

• Oversee rental income, service charge management, and invoicing processes in collaboration with Finance and Legal teams.
  

• Provide professional property management advice to internal stakeholders, elected members, and service areas.
  

• Liaise with tenants, contractors, and partner organisations to resolve property-related issues promptly and effectively.
  

• Assist in property acquisitions, disposals, and asset rationalisation projects in support of corporate strategies and regeneration schemes.
  

• Maintain accurate property records, databases, and documentation, ensuring data integrity and compliance with statutory and audit requirements.
  

• Contribute to service improvement initiatives, drawing on best practice and stakeholder feedback.
  

• Support the development and implementation of corporate estate and accommodation strategies.
  

• Ensure that all property management activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and professional standards.
  

Requirements

• Proven experience in property or estates management, including direct liaison with landlords, tenants, and stakeholders.
  

• Demonstrable experience in lease management, rental income administration, and service charge coordination.
  

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build positive relationships.
  

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities to meet deadlines.
  

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and familiarity with property management databases.
  

• Knowledge of property legislation, landlord and tenant law, and estate management best practice.
  

• Analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret data and provide sound recommendations.
  

• Experience in budget management and financial monitoring related to property income and expenditure.
  

• Experience in a local authority or public sector property environment.
  

• Knowledge of corporate property asset management and regeneration projects.
  

• Experience of working across a variety of general practice surveying disciplines.
  

• Understanding of property valuation, investment, and asset performance analysis.
  

• Educated to A-Level standard (or equivalent) or with substantial relevant experience.

• RICS Membership (MRICS/AssocRICS) or working towards professional accreditation.
  

• Relevant vocational or professional qualification in property, surveying, or estate management.