Inteirm Estates Lead

Interim Estates Manager
£500p/d Umbrella (Inside IR35)
Initial 3 Month Contract HYRBID Working
Coventry City Council

We're working with a forward-thinking council seeking an Interim Estates Surveyor Manager to lead a high-performing team and manage a diverse property portfolio. This is a hands-on role where you'll be delivering results, guiding a team, and making a real impact on the estate's performance and income.

• Lead and manage a small estates team, ensuring delivery aligns with corporate policies and objectives
• Oversee a caseload of rent reviews and lease renewals, referring to third party where necessary
• Manage void properties effectively, aiming to minimise void periods and secure favourable letting terms
• Monitor rent arrears, working closely with the Incomes and Legal teams to protect the Council's interests
• Liaise with the Property Management team to identify and coordinate repairs, improvements, and H&S works
• Handle enquiries and complaints with professionalism, ensuring timely and satisfactory resolution
• Advise on and respond to requests for assignments, subletting, or alterations within agreed timescales

• UK Resident
• MRICS qualified
• Minimum 3 years' experience working within a local authority property team
• Strong knowledge of Landlord & Tenant law, RICS standards, and property management practices
• Proven experience handling rent reviews, lease renewals, and third-party referrals
• Skilled negotiator with the ability to manage stakeholders and lead a team effectively

If you're interested and available, please get in touch with your CV or expression of interest as soon as possible. Interviews will be arranged quickly.