Assignment Detail

Location: South East - Oxfordshire

Type: Interim

Job Ref: SW1251

Closing Date: Closed

Job Description

Title:                    Interim Senior Estates Surveyor

Location:             Oxford / Working from Home

We require an interim Estates Surveyor to work with the Estates team dealing with all aspects of the property portfolio  within the Estates Team dealing with all aspects of the Council’s property portfolio. 

Key Responsibilities:

• To conduct proper estates management of the Council’s property assets to:
  • Ensure revenue is maximised through the negotiation and implementation of lease renewals, lease restructures and rent reviews.
  • Provide appropriate information for the maintenance of proper estate records.
• To undertake freehold or leasehold disposals of land and/or buildings to maximise returns, including reservation of appropriate rights for the Council’s retained property.
• To undertake site searches, option appraisals and feasibility studies as directed, together with negotiations for freehold or leasehold acquisitions.
• To provide professional advice and valuations in relation to:
  • Asset valuations for capital accounting purposes.
  • Service charges for properties occupied and/or managed by the Council.
• To prepare reports and briefing papers in relation to project work.
• To provide professional advice to colleagues and others on property related matters.
• To work as part of a team to develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues.
• To develop and maintain an understanding of the Council’s service / business needs.  
• To undertake other duties appropriate to the post as required.

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified to MRICS standard to ensure that services are provided in a professional manner and in accordance with the standards and rules of conduct of the RICS.
• Experience performing a similar role with good professional knowledge in estate management and valuation matters over a range of properties.
• Good oral and written communication skills and report writing ability to provide clear information and advice on property matters to colleagues and the general public. 
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects to deadline.
• Understanding of the need to comply with the Council’s Financial Regulations and statutory requirements to deliver a service in accordance with established procedures and standards.
• The ability to work under direction but able to use their own initiative when required.
• Proficient in MS Office skills (Word, Outlook, Excel etc.)

If you believe this is you, please send a full CV quoting reference SW1251 to enquiries@macallaminterim.com

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