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Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council owns an established property investment and operational portfolio principally comprising industrial, office and retail assets, land, with some other miscellaneous assets, valued at £288.9M producing an annual rental income of £19.3M. Rental income is a major contributor to the financial sustainability of the Council and the income received significantly contributes to the delivery of council services.
Following a reorganisation of property functions, we are looking to recruit a Principal Estates Surveyor within the Investment Portfolio Team, to join a team of property professionals responsible for managing part of the Council’s land, property and community asset portfolio. The role comprises hands-on estate management and will play a key role in delivering the priorities of the council’s Annual Property Plan and Strategic Asset Management Plan and contribute to other exciting new Corporate or regeneration projects.
The Main Duties Will Include
- Carrying out day to day duties arising from the land, property, commercial and community assets; including Rent reviews, negotiating new lettings, wayleaves, lease renewals & generally dealing with landlord and tenant and compliance matters including processing applications for landlord’s consent, surrenders and dilapidations.
- Management of land including sales and due diligence, resolving disputes and working across a range of council services. Estate management duties will include managing service charges and budgeting, overseeing Letting Agents, debt monitoring and income management.
- Inputting into Project Groups where these involve the role’s managed portfolio/ and or input on behalf of the Property Team
All in accordance with the organisation’s constitution and the RICS guidelines. Developing good relationships with tenants, Commercial agents, internal departments, councillors and colleagues within Property is key.
We are looking for candidates who are RICS qualified with experience in a commercial property environment. You will also have a good working knowledge and understanding of commercial and community leases. Candidates must possess a full driving licence and access to their own transport to fulfil the duties of the role.
This is an exciting opportunity that has arisen due and offers the chance to support the continued evolution of the Council’s ambitious plans, leaving a lasting impact on the Borough.
We are excited to learn more about you and what you can bring to our team. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact our Head of Property and Assets, Martin Jones
[email protected] 01256 845747 or Investment Portfolio Lead, Liz Suatt by email
[email protected]Appointment Type
Permanent Position
Full Time/Part Time
Full-time
Job Category
Property
Hours
37
Is this a hybrid working role?
Yes
Salary Min
£61,097
Salary Max
£65,969
Interview date
week commencing the 25th August
Closing Date
17/08/2025
Ref No
819
Documents
- Principal Estates Surveyor - Job Description (PDF , 151.26kb)
- Principal Estates Surveyor - Person Specification (PDF , 153.62kb)
- Principal Estates Surveyor - Terms and Conditions (PDF , 122.11kb)
What benefits do we offer?
At Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council we offer a wide range of employee benefits to recognise your valued contribution:
- Generous annual leave allowance plus bank holidays
- Local government pension scheme and Life Assurance
- Salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars
- Access to discounts at nationwide retailers through our ‘B Rewarded’ perks discount site
- Funded healthcare cash plan including optical and dental cover
- Free flu vaccination vouchers
- Access to a free and confidential employee assistance program
- Support towards a variety of training, including professional qualifications, apprenticeships and wider technical and soft skill development courses
The council signs up to the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the ‘Two Ticks’ scheme). If you have declared a disability on the application form we can guarantee you an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the job.
