Estates Surveyor

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Posted a day ago, valid for a month

St. Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 6JZ, England

£45 - £36 per hour

Part Time

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Sonic Summary

The Hertfordshire Council is seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor for an ongoing temporary contract located in Hertfordshire, offering a hybrid work model with site attendance as needed.
The pay rate for this position is £45 per hour Umbrella LTD or £36 per hour PAYE.
Candidates should have proven experience in estate management, preferably within a local authority or public sector setting.
Key responsibilities include managing the Council's property portfolio, handling statutory asset valuations, and processing various property transactions.
A strong knowledge of property law and asset valuation, along with excellent communication skills, is required, and a RICS qualification is highly desirable.

Job Advert – Estates Surveyor (Hertfordshire Council)Client: Local Authority – HertfordshireJob Title: Estates SurveyorLocation: Hertfordshire (Hybrid/Office-Based – site attendance as required)Contract: Ongoing Temporary ContractPay Rate: £45 per hour Umbrella LTD / £36 per hour PAYEStart Date: ASAPAbout the Role: We’re currently recruiting for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a Hertfordshire-based Council with a variety of estate and asset management responsibilities. This is a key interim role within the property team, handling both housing and non-housing assets, supporting statutory valuations, and managing a wide range of property transactions.Key Responsibilities:

Undertake a broad range of estate and asset management duties, including landlord and tenant matters
Manage the Council’s property portfolio, including both operational and investment assets
Handle statutory asset valuations for financial reporting purposes
Support Right to Buy valuations and legislative compliance
Manage and process a variety of property-related transactions, such as:
- Disposals
- Wayleaves
- Licence agreements
- Relaxation of restrictive covenants
Liaise with legal services, external valuers, and stakeholders as required
Ensure records and asset registers are kept up to date

What We’re Looking For:

Proven experience in estate management, preferably within a local authority or public sector setting
Strong knowledge of property law, land management, and asset valuation
Understanding of Right to Buy legislation and statutory valuation processes
Experience managing property transactions and advising on legal matters
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
RICS qualification (or working towards) highly desirable
Ability to manage a varied caseload and prioritise effectively

How to Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, or would like to learn more about similar property and asset management roles, please get in touch on or email .uk.

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