Estates Surveyor
British Red Cross
- United Kingdom
- £48,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: UK Flexible (multiple locations across the UK)
Salary Range: up to £48,000 (includes market supplement) per annum
Hours: 35 per week
Contract: PermanentAre you experienced in managing a diverse regional multi-site retail and commercial property portfolios? At the British Red Cross, we're looking for Surveyors to join our national team. If this sounds like an interesting prospect, please keep reading….A day in the life of an Estates SurveyorIn this exciting role you will be tasked with carrying out the full Estates functions within your designated region. This can include acquisitions and disposals of property, lease renewals, rent reviews, lease breaks, general property management, valuations, and inspections. You may have responsibility for up to 100 properties in your patch.You will seek to minimise costs and maximise returns across your area. You will provide input to the property strategy process, including site specific insight into the regional properties and market data.You will guide the search for suitable properties to match any requirements agreed with UK Operations or Retail. You will manage the disposal of any property designated as surplus to requirements. This can include appointing and instructing agents and solicitors and negotiating directly with landlords where appropriate. You will liaise with internal stakeholders throughout these processes.In this largely autonomous role, you will act as the first point of expert advice to internal and external stakeholders. You'll collaborate closely with the Facilities Management and Building Surveying teams who make up the wider Property Department.The regions can be flexed across the UK, depending on where the successful applicants are based. The successful candidates will be largely working from home, with regular site visits in your areas.To be a successful Estates Surveyor, you'll:
- Have experience as a qualified Surveyor (MRICS) with demonstrable post-qualification estate management experience of a multi-site portfolio. If you're not qualified then we'll consider applicants with relevant, demonstrable experience.
- Be a dynamic yet adaptable person with the drive and determination to maximise efficiency in your regional property portfolio.
- Have experience of Landlord and Tenant Law with a good working knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 (or Scottish Equivalent). Plus, the ability to directly negotiate property and lease transactions and instruct appointed solicitors on lease negotiations.
- Be a team player who is solution-oriented, communicates well, and influences effectively is key.
- Have a full UK driving licence (essential)
- Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days (per annum)
- Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension
- Flexible working: We do our best to accommodate your preferred work style
- Learning & Development: Wide range of career opportunities + comprehensive learning
- Discounts: Access to Blue Light Discount Card and employee benefits platform
- Wellbeing Assistance: Access to mental health and wellbeing assistance
- Team Working: Champion our mission in a collaborative team
- Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme
- Season ticket loan: Interest-free loan for commuting expenses
At the British Red Cross, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff and volunteers. We remain dedicated to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination. We do this through regular data reporting, and the assistance of our internal Race and Equality Network (REEN), LGBT+ Network. Plus our Disability and Wellness Network (DAWN), Gender Network, Carers Network and Youth Network.Connecting human kindness with human crisisAbout The CandidateAbout The Company