Property & Estates Support Officer (Maternity Cover - Temporary up to 12 months)

About the Role

As Property & Estates Support Officer you will support the effective management of the Council’s land and property portfolio. Working with the Estates & Asset Manager, you will assist with lettings, lease administration, property inspections, asset records, valuation work, tenant liaison and associated financial administration, helping to protect the Council’s interests and provide a responsive service.

What You Will Do

You will administer day-to-day estate management matters across the Council’s commercial property portfolio, including lease renewals, rent reviews, tenant enquiries, licences and disputes, escalating complex or professionally reserved matters to the Estates & Asset Manager.

You will assist with negotiations for the sale, purchase, lease or temporary use of land and buildings and coordinate arrangements through to completion. You will liaise with the Estates & Asset Manager on the appropriate marketing of properties to maximise rental and sale potential, conduct viewings and inspect property.

You will support the annual asset revaluation programme by ensuring that information is current and accurate. You will maintain the Council’s asset register, property management and GIS systems, manage the ELF Asset Management System and help collect and organise corporate land and property data.

The role also includes liaising with Property Officers, the Engineering Officer and contractors to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed to the required standard and within budget; monitoring tenants’ compliance with relevant requirements such as health and safety and insurance; preparing inventories and check-out reports; arranging emergency contractor works where needed and supporting minor repair instructions.

Why Join Us?

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A Time of Transformation

Support the effective management of the Council’s land and property assets during an important period of change for local government.

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Flexible Working

*Hybrid and family-friendly policies that support your work-life balance.

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Career Growth

We will invest in your development with training, mentoring and opportunities to build knowledge of property, estates and asset management.

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Impact & Improvement

Your accuracy, organisation and customer focus will help improve data quality, service efficiency and support for the Council’s property portfolio.

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Great Location & Benefits

Free workplace parking, good transport links, generous leave and access to the LGPS.

* Hybrid working is available – there is an expectation to attend the office 2-3 times a week.

For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact Philip Colledge, Estates & Asset Manager on 0115 9072326. No recruiters or advertisers please.

Benefits of Working for Us

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to

• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays a year

• Free workplace car parking within the Borough

• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development

• Family friendly flexible and hybrid working policies available

• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions

• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme

• Access to the employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme