Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Flexible Working,Full-timeSpecialism
Property And SurveyingIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£57,300- £64,390
Principal Surveyor (Asset Management) for a local authority in London (1 year FTC)
Principal Surveyor – Strategic Asset Management
Central London
1-Year Fixed-Term Contract (FTC) – Potential to Extend
£55,300 – £64,390 (including London weighting and Market Forces Supplement
A leading public sector organisation is seeking a talented and proactive Principal Surveyor to join its Strategic Asset Management team. This is a rare opportunity to work on a truly distinctive property portfolio that blends historic civic buildings with modern operational assets.
This 1-year fixed-term contract offers the chance to contribute to high-impact property strategies, with the potential for extension based on performance and organisational priorities.
- Diverse Portfolio: From heritage sites and public markets to law courts and libraries, the estate offers a unique mix of assets rarely found in one organisation.
- Strategic Influence: Shape asset management plans that directly support public services and long-term organisational goals.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside specialists in development, heritage, workspace planning, and records management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead asset management planning and delivery across allocated portfolios.
- Drive efficiency, value creation, and service alignment within operational properties.
- Manage complex property transactions including rent reviews, lease renewals, acquisitions, disposals, and valuations.
- Provide expert advice to internal stakeholders and support senior surveyors in delivering strategic property solutions.
- Evaluate underutilised assets and contribute to the disposal strategy for surplus properties.
About You:
- Strong background in property and asset management, ideally within a public or complex estate.
- In-depth knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation, including the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.
- Excellent negotiation, valuation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- RICS membership or equivalent professional qualification is highly desirable.
Professional Development
The organisation offers a wide range of internal and external CPD opportunities, supporting your growth in asset management, valuation, and strategic planning.
Interested?
If you're looking for a role that combines strategic challenge, professional development, and the chance to work on a one-of-a-kind property portfolio, we’d love to hear from you.
Please get in touch with Molly Spencer at Hays Recruitment:molly.spencer@hays.com
02072598811
