Principal Disposal, Acquisition and Investment Surveyor

Role Responsibility

Kent County Council has a large and diverse property portfolio and is at a pivotal point in its Property Asset Management cycle. Responding to service delivery changes, we are modernising our property service and adapting it within the current financial context of the Council. 

The Property Infrastructure Directorate is already very busy delivering change to the Council’s estate and in particular, the implementation of “Framing Kent’s Future” where we envisage the shape of its estate will change significantly. We are therefore looking for Surveyors to join our Estates and Disposal, Acquisition Teams who want to make that difference with us and be at the forefront of the transformation of how we manage our property portfolio and our disposal pipeline.

You are a Professional Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors or similar (probably Disposals/Agency/Asset Management/Investment/General Practice/Valuation/Planning) with solid transactional experience delivering acquisitions, disposals and investment advice, strategies and plans for investment and surplus asset portfolios to a high standard.

You are a Leader and will have a proven track record of success in the delivery of a challenging programme of cases. You will motivate and manage your team to strive for success and develop them to make the most of their talent and guide them in the discovery of new skills.

You will ensure adherence to the Council’s Constitution and RICS standards and practice in the delivery of professional property advice and caseload management. A self-starter who wants to make a difference to the portfolio and assets for which your team is responsible and participate with the rest of the management team to delight our stakeholders with excellent service delivery.

In return, you can expect a rewarding career with KCC as we offer a comprehensive and competitive range of benefits to suit all circumstances, including:

• Reward and recognition with our Pay Policy
• Access to our excellent Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday and Leave entitlement
• Flexible hours and locations

If you are a curious, compassionate, collaborative individual we are interested in working with you in an inclusive and supportive way, develop you as an individual and together achieve great outcomes for KCC.

Please note for shortlisting purposes we require you to complete the 'Reason for applying' question, ensuring you that you provide specific examples of your qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience to demonstrate your suitability and in addition highlight areas of strength in relation to the Person Specification.

Closing date: 2nd February 2023 

Interview: week commencing 20th February 2023

Contact Details

For more information about the role, please contact Karen Frearson Head of Property Strategy by email at karen.frearson@kent.gov.uk or telephone on 03000 416293

About the Company

KCC is committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the county's working residents, encouraging applications from people of all ages, abilities, genders, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds and faiths, and aspires to create an inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves at work.

Please note – if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as the closing date for this advert may be earlier than stated should a number of suitably qualified candidates apply.