A large and busy property services team within a local authority has the need for interim support. As an Estate Surveyor, you will play a vital role in managing the Council's diverse property portfolio, ensuring effective estate management and compliance with best practices. Your responsibilities will include: Managing a caseload of estate management tasks, including rent reviews, lease negotiations, assignments, licences, wayleaves, and easements, from negotiation through to completion. Conducting site visits to inspect properties for lease compliance, resolve boundary disputes, verify ownership, and take measurements in line with RICS Code of Measurement Practice. Maintaining business rates and utility data, supporting estate reviews, and contributing to projects. Providing technical advice on landlord and tenant matters, supporting payment monitoring, engaging with tenants on payment solutions Keeping up to date with case law and industry developments to ensure best practices in estate management. Assisting with the annual asset valuation programme, maintaining accurate records, and supporting site visits when needed. Preparing sites for letting, liaising with external advisors, requesting fee proposals Supporting the Council's Carbon Neutral 2030 target by identifying and reviewing properties for potential environmental improvements. Collaborating with internal teams and external consultants, including legal, facilities, and agents, ensuring compliance with all regulatory processes and fostering strong relationships. What you'll need to succeed Qualifications: Degree or equivalent in Land / Property Management (or similar), either MRICS or working towards Experience in general practice surveying, ideally in a local authorityExperience in property inspections, landlord and tenant matters, and knowledge of VOA, lease renewals, rent reviews, lettings, and licences. Strong report writing and IT skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and tight deadlines. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including presenting information and writing business cases. What you'll get in return :Weekly pay, inside IR35, Hybrid working. The rate of pay will depend on the level of experience. If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)