Senior Estates Surveyor

Senior Estates Surveyor
Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - up to 3 days remote working)
Salary: £47,294 - £59,112 (+ £1,000 annual retention payment)
Job type: Permanent, Full-time (36 hours per week)

The Opportunity
Carrington West is delighted to be partnering with Hertsmere Borough Council in the search for a Senior Estates Surveyor. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and ambitious local authority with a clear vision for enhancing the quality of life across the borough.

Hertsmere is a unique council, home to the world-famous Elstree Studios and situated just outside North London. The borough combines extensive greenbelt countryside with excellent transport links into London and the wider Home Counties.

This is a chance to take on a key leadership role in the Estates team, influencing the future of the council's property portfolio while enjoying the benefits of a supportive, flexible working environment.

The Role
As Senior Estates Surveyor, you will:
Lead and manage a small but busy Estates team.
Oversee all aspects of estate management, including acquisitions, disposals, landlord and tenant functions, valuations, and development appraisals.
Take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the council's non-operational properties.
Provide expert professional advice to Council Members and Officers.
Act as deputy for the Property Services & Asset Manager, offering scope for career progression.

About You
We are looking for a self-motivated and technically strong Estates professional who can make an immediate impact. You will have:
UK Resident
MRICS status with extensive experience in estate management and valuations.
Proven people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a small team.
Strong negotiation and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage at all levels.
A proactive, solution-focused approach, with the ability to manage your own workload effectively.

What's on Offer
Alongside a competitive salary and retention payment, Hertsmere Borough Council offers an excellent benefits package, including:
27 - 32 days annual leave (depending on local government service) + bank holidays
Annual retention payment of £1,000
Local Government Pension Scheme
Flexi-leave (up to 2 days per month)
Free gym membership
Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work + free Beryl bike rides)
Wellbeing benefits (lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOTs)
Employee Assistance Programme

Apply
If you are an ambitious Estates Surveyor looking to step into a senior role with real responsibility, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV to Melanie Cole at Carrington West or contact us for a confidential discussion.