We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Senior Estates Management Surveyor. If you are a self-driven professional with a wealth of experience navigating the challenges of the property industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you. You will bring your excellent communication skills to the forefront, building strong relationships with tenants and professionals alike. As a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, you will have considerable post-qualification experience in commercial property, particularly in rent reviews and lease renewals. A solid understanding of valuation methods, estate management laws and best practices will be key to your success in this role.
Working in Bracknell Forest will give you the chance to be part of a thriving community in the heart of Berkshire with easy access to London, just a short journey away. Management of our property portfolio offers a range of exciting challenges and opportunities for property professionals.
About the team...
You will join a small and supportive team providing a professional valuation and estates service to the council including: Management of a diverse portfolio of over 200 commercial properties Management of the council's corporate and operational estate As well as time working either in the office or from home, you will be out in the community, meeting tenants and inspecting our properties. Key responsibilities
You will be responsible for commercial property valuation and management, including tasks such as new lettings, rent reviews, marketing, lease renewals, assignments, debt management, service charge management and repairs and dilapidations. Acquisitions and disposals of land and buildings. You will provide strategic advice to other departments on property issues. Our benefits…
28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service. The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days. Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. Local government pension scheme. Sports and social club. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. Career development through internal and external training opportunities. A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. Staff dental and health plans. Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. Supermarket discount. *(pro rata for part time). Our Values
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting
recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk . We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Interview date
Interviews will be held on 4th and 5th March 2025. Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration. Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact
Helen Jones , Head of Strategic Property on
01344 352292
or email
helen.jones@bracknell-forest.gov.uk At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details. Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis. No agencies please.
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You will join a small and supportive team providing a professional valuation and estates service to the council including: Management of a diverse portfolio of over 200 commercial properties Management of the council's corporate and operational estate As well as time working either in the office or from home, you will be out in the community, meeting tenants and inspecting our properties. Key responsibilities
You will be responsible for commercial property valuation and management, including tasks such as new lettings, rent reviews, marketing, lease renewals, assignments, debt management, service charge management and repairs and dilapidations. Acquisitions and disposals of land and buildings. You will provide strategic advice to other departments on property issues. Our benefits…
28 days* increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service. The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days. Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance. An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks. Local government pension scheme. Sports and social club. Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave. Career development through internal and external training opportunities. A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing. Staff dental and health plans. Discounted leisure centre and gym membership. Supermarket discount. *(pro rata for part time). Our Values
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you’re excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we’d love to hear from you. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting
recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk . We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Interview date
Interviews will be held on 4th and 5th March 2025. Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment. We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible. Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration. Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion about this role, please contact
Helen Jones , Head of Strategic Property on
01344 352292
or email
helen.jones@bracknell-forest.gov.uk At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambitious and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details. Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment. We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis. No agencies please.
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