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Chartered Surveyor
Location: Glasgow, G2
Salary: Grade 7 £42,405.29 to £49,312.56 (with incremental increases at six months and annually in April)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Markets Manager
Working Pattern: Non-standard working practices apply
Join a team where your expertise shapes the city’s future!
Are you a qualified Chartered Surveyor ready to make a real impact on Glasgow’s property landscape City Property Glasgow (Investments) LLP is seeking a dynamic and commercially-minded Chartered Surveyor (Property Management) to join our property and contracts team.
Why Join Us
• Highly competitive salary with structured progression
• Long-term job security within a reputable organisation
• Broad asset portfolio offering diverse and rewarding challenges
• Supportive team environment and collaborative working culture
• Professional development opportunities and CPD support
As part of the Council Family, City Property offers the following benefits:
• Enrolment in an award-winning local government contributory pension scheme (Strathclyde Pension Fund)
• 26 days annual leave, rising to 29 days after five years' service
• 12.5 public holidays
• Staff Life Assurance
• Payment of professional fees
• Continual professional development
• Purchase of annual leave scheme
Chartered Surveyor – The Role
We are currently seeking a Chartered Surveyor to support the Markets Manager in managing and enhancing the Blochairn Market portfolio. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified professional to play a key role in overseeing lease obligations, optimising income, managing service charges, and improving performance across both wholesale and retail market operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage landlord and tenant matters, including rent reviews, lease renewals, arrears, and new lettings.
- Lead general estates management activities and contribute to asset management strategies.
- Oversee service charge accounting procedures across the commercial investment portfolio.
- Prepare and monitor estate budgets and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
- Lead negotiations with agents and tenants to secure favourable terms.
- Collaborate with City Property LLP stakeholders, Glasgow City Council, and external partners.
- Create and manage service charge budgets and related financial transactions.
- Produce accurate reports for senior management and committee presentation.
- Develop detailed knowledge of the property portfolio and manage workload efficiently.
- Deputise for the Markets Manager as required.
- Maintain and adhere to Health & Safety and risk management standards.
- Provide out-of-hours standby cover when necessary.
Chartered Surveyor – What we need from you
Key Skills & Experience;
Essential:
- Full driving licence.
- Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) status.
- Degree in a relevant discipline.
- Proven experience in lease negotiations and commercial property management.
- Strong knowledge of asset management, property investment, and service charge management.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills.
- Proficient time management and problem-solving capabilities.
- Familiarity with property management systems.
Desirable:
- Experience preparing property option reports for development opportunities.
- Knowledge of current market trends and technical practices.
Note: All successful candidates will move up one increment after six months’ service and 1st April thereafter to the top of the grade (providing they started before 1st October) with cost of living increases applied each year.
What Success Looks Like
You’re someone who can manage deadlines, communicate with impact, and navigate complex property challenges with professionalism and strategic insight. You’re ready to be a trusted advisor and an influential voice within the wider Glasgow Family of services.
Ready to make your mark on Glasgow’s property future?
If you have the skills, drive, and passion to take on this exciting challenge, we want to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
This role offers a challenging but rewarding opportunity for a committed and capable Chartered Surveyor to make a tangible impact on a key property portfolio within the city.
No agencies please.
