Interim Estates Surveyor Location: North West Sector: Local Authority / Public Sector Contract: 7 months Rate: Dependent on experience About the Role We are seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a local authority property team in the North West. The successful candidate will provide professional surveying advice across a varied commercial and operational property portfolio, supporting the effective management, valuation and strategic use of the Council’s estate. This is an excellent opportunity for a surveyor with local authority or public sector experience who can provide practical property advice, manage competing priorities and work effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners. Key Responsibilities * Provide general practice surveying advice across the Council’s property portfolio. * Manage landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals, rent reviews, lease negotiations and lease compliance. * Support the acquisition, disposal and letting of commercial and operational property assets. * Undertake property inspections, prepare reports and make recommendations on asset management matters. * Assist with estate management strategies, property rationalisation and the identification of surplus assets. * Advise on property valuations, rental values and market opportunities. * Support the management of property income, occupational leases and vacant premises. * Liaise with internal departments, tenants, landlords, agents, solicitors and other external stakeholders. * Prepare professional reports, financial appraisals and recommendations to support management and committee decisions. * Ensure property transactions and management activities comply with relevant legislation, professional standards and local authority procedures. Essential Requirements * Proven experience in general practice surveying, preferably within a local authority or public sector environment. * Strong knowledge of commercial property management and landlord and tenant matters. * Experience of lease negotiations, rent reviews and lease renewals. * Experience supporting property acquisitions, disposals and estate management activities. * Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills. * Ability to manage a varied workload independently and meet deadlines. * A relevant property qualification; MRICS status is desirable, depending on the requirements of the authority. Desirable Experience * Previous experience working for a local authority or public sector organisation. * Knowledge of local government property portfolios and asset management processes. * Experience with commercial property valuations, estate rationalisation and income maximisation. * Familiarity with public sector governance, procurement and committee reporting