Interim Senior Commercial Surveyor

Interim Senior Commercial Surveyor

Based in London, hybrid

Inside IR35

We're working with a London Local Authority who are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Senior Commercial Surveyor to play a leading role in shaping and delivering the Council's property strategy.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Manage the Councils property portfolio to maximise value, reduce costs, improve long term performance, and generate financial, social, and economic benefits
• Identify and deliver value add opportunities and asset management initiatives
• Lead on commercial arrangements, including leases and acquisitions
• Drive regeneration opportunities through development enabling work and ensure asset disposals reflect Council priorities and best value principles
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial management for a portfolio valued at approximately £2.77bn

Experience and knowledge required:

• Significant experience in property portfolio management within a complex, multi stakeholder environment
• Strong commercial insight and understanding of property markets, development, and asset management
• Currently working as a property professional in the public or private sector within property, infrastructure, or housing
• Experience navigating public policy, preparing land development activities, and producing acquisition/disposal strategies
• Expert knowledge of legislative, policy, and contextual frameworks affecting the service

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact the London Local Government Recruitment team on or send your CV to

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