Interim Head of Commercial Property £700 per day Inside IR35 3-6 Months Northwest of England Hybrid - 2/3 days on site Interviews: Ongoing We are seeking a highly experienced leader to provide strategic oversight and commercial direction for a diverse public sector estate. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as the lead advisor on all commercial and investment property matters, ensuring the portfolio is optimised to support the City's wider strategic ambitions and "levelling up" goals. This role requires a seasoned professional capable of driving cultural change, managing a multi disciplinary team of surveyors, and implementing a robust Corporate Landlord model. About the Interim Head of Commercial Property role: Strategic Asset Management: Lead the development of the Asset Management Strategy and Strategic Asset Review. You will align property decisions with long term corporate objectives, ensuring financial sustainability through capital receipts and maximised rental income. Commercial Leadership: Oversee all commercial matters, including high profile acquisitions, disposals, lease restructures, and rent reviews. You will be responsible for significant income targets and the delivery of annual portfolio valuations. Corporate Landlord Implementation: Drive the "Corporate Landlord" function, centralising property services to improve compliance, efficiency, and cross departmental collaboration. Regeneration & Development: Partner with directorate colleagues to initiate large scale regeneration projects, providing strategic site assembly advice and overseeing capital investment into the non operational estate. Your previous experience as an Interim Head of Commercial Property: Senior Leadership: Proven track record as a Head of Property or Director of Estates, ideally within a local authority or complex public sector environment. Professional Qualification: MRICS/FRICS status is essential, supported by a degree in a property related field. Commercial Expertise: Extensive experience in revenue management, yield optimisation, and navigating complex landlord and tenant negotiations. Transformation & Change: Demonstrated ability to lead staff through organisational change, including the implementation of new systems (e.g., Concerto/Oracle) and "Best Value" procedures. Political Acumen: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex political landscapes. If you are interested in this Interim Head of Commercial Property role, please send your full CV to Nikki. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement, so please do get in touch.) Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruitment decisions are based solely on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the application process will be supported.
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Interim Head of Commercial Property £700 per day Inside IR35 3-6 Months Northwest of England Hybrid - 2/3 days on site Interviews: Ongoing We are seeking a highly experienced leader to provide strategic oversight and commercial direction for a diverse public sector estate. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will act as the lead advisor on all commercial and investment property matters, ensuring the portfolio is optimised to support the City's wider strategic ambitions and "levelling up" goals. This role requires a seasoned professional capable of driving cultural change, managing a multi disciplinary team of surveyors, and implementing a robust Corporate Landlord model. About the Interim Head of Commercial Property role: Strategic Asset Management: Lead the development of the Asset Management Strategy and Strategic Asset Review. You will align property decisions with long term corporate objectives, ensuring financial sustainability through capital receipts and maximised rental income. Commercial Leadership: Oversee all commercial matters, including high profile acquisitions, disposals, lease restructures, and rent reviews. You will be responsible for significant income targets and the delivery of annual portfolio valuations. Corporate Landlord Implementation: Drive the "Corporate Landlord" function, centralising property services to improve compliance, efficiency, and cross departmental collaboration. Regeneration & Development: Partner with directorate colleagues to initiate large scale regeneration projects, providing strategic site assembly advice and overseeing capital investment into the non operational estate. Your previous experience as an Interim Head of Commercial Property: Senior Leadership: Proven track record as a Head of Property or Director of Estates, ideally within a local authority or complex public sector environment. Professional Qualification: MRICS/FRICS status is essential, supported by a degree in a property related field. Commercial Expertise: Extensive experience in revenue management, yield optimisation, and navigating complex landlord and tenant negotiations. Transformation & Change: Demonstrated ability to lead staff through organisational change, including the implementation of new systems (e.g., Concerto/Oracle) and "Best Value" procedures. Political Acumen: Exceptional communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex political landscapes. If you are interested in this Interim Head of Commercial Property role, please send your full CV to Nikki. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement, so please do get in touch.) Our clients are committed to building a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruitment decisions are based solely on experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the application process will be supported.
Head of Commercial Property Location: Liverpool (Hybrid 3 days office-based) Duration: 12 Weeks Rate: £700 per day (Umbrella) / £529.86 per day (PAYE) IR35: Inside Start: Mid-March We are supporting a large North West local authority with the appointment of an experienced Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor to provide senior leadership across its commercial property portfolio. This is a key interim position, reporting into the Director of Property, with responsibility for leading the commercial asset management function and ensuring the council s investment and operational estate is managed to maximise income, capital receipts and strategic value. The Role You will act as the lead advisor on all commercial and investment property matters relating to the council s land and buildings portfolio. The post sits within the senior leadership structure and plays a critical role in shaping asset strategy, driving performance and supporting corporate objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Leading commercial landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, restructures and debt management Overseeing acquisitions and disposals programmes Driving income generation and capital receipts across the portfolio Ensuring delivery of annual asset valuations for accounting purposes Providing strategic asset management advice across a diverse estate Supporting regeneration initiatives and site assembly strategies Leading and managing a multidisciplinary property team Advising senior officers and elected members, including attendance at committee where required This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strong technical expertise and the ability to operate confidently at senior stakeholder level. About You We are seeking a commercially focused property professional with: MRICS (or equivalent) professional qualification Significant experience in commercial asset management within a local authority or comparable public sector environment Strong landlord and tenant expertise across retail, industrial and mixed-use portfolios Experience of disposals, acquisitions and income generation strategies Proven ability to lead teams and drive service performance Confidence advising senior stakeholders and operating within political environments
Feb 28, 2026
Contractor
Head of Commercial Property Location: Liverpool (Hybrid 3 days office-based) Duration: 12 Weeks Rate: £700 per day (Umbrella) / £529.86 per day (PAYE) IR35: Inside Start: Mid-March We are supporting a large North West local authority with the appointment of an experienced Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor to provide senior leadership across its commercial property portfolio. This is a key interim position, reporting into the Director of Property, with responsibility for leading the commercial asset management function and ensuring the council s investment and operational estate is managed to maximise income, capital receipts and strategic value. The Role You will act as the lead advisor on all commercial and investment property matters relating to the council s land and buildings portfolio. The post sits within the senior leadership structure and plays a critical role in shaping asset strategy, driving performance and supporting corporate objectives. Key responsibilities will include: Leading commercial landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, restructures and debt management Overseeing acquisitions and disposals programmes Driving income generation and capital receipts across the portfolio Ensuring delivery of annual asset valuations for accounting purposes Providing strategic asset management advice across a diverse estate Supporting regeneration initiatives and site assembly strategies Leading and managing a multidisciplinary property team Advising senior officers and elected members, including attendance at committee where required This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both strong technical expertise and the ability to operate confidently at senior stakeholder level. About You We are seeking a commercially focused property professional with: MRICS (or equivalent) professional qualification Significant experience in commercial asset management within a local authority or comparable public sector environment Strong landlord and tenant expertise across retail, industrial and mixed-use portfolios Experience of disposals, acquisitions and income generation strategies Proven ability to lead teams and drive service performance Confidence advising senior stakeholders and operating within political environments
Estates Surveyor Location: London, Hybrid Contract: Interim Day Rate: 400 Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to join a high-performing property function delivering acquisitions, disposals and development work across a varied real estate portfolio. This role offers exposure to complex transactions, development feasibility and strategic advisory work. You will work closely with senior colleagues to ensure compliance, best value and commercially sound decision making. The Role You will take responsibility for a broad range of property transactions and advisory work, including: Acquisitions and disposals from identification through to completion Negotiation of terms to secure best value outcomes Valuations for acquisitions, disposals, Right to Buy and lease extensions in line with RICS standards Development feasibility studies covering planning, construction and financial viability About You RICS qualified Strong experience in valuations across residential, commercial and mixed-use property Proven track record delivering acquisitions and disposals end to end Experience preparing and submitting planning applications Strong negotiation capability and commercial awareness Solid understanding of property legislation, planning law and procurement regulations Excellent report writing and stakeholder management skills Analytical, detail-focused and confident managing multiple live instructions How to Apply If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed) ASAP.
Feb 24, 2026
Contractor
Estates Surveyor Location: London, Hybrid Contract: Interim Day Rate: 400 Spencer Clarke Group are seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor to join a high-performing property function delivering acquisitions, disposals and development work across a varied real estate portfolio. This role offers exposure to complex transactions, development feasibility and strategic advisory work. You will work closely with senior colleagues to ensure compliance, best value and commercially sound decision making. The Role You will take responsibility for a broad range of property transactions and advisory work, including: Acquisitions and disposals from identification through to completion Negotiation of terms to secure best value outcomes Valuations for acquisitions, disposals, Right to Buy and lease extensions in line with RICS standards Development feasibility studies covering planning, construction and financial viability About You RICS qualified Strong experience in valuations across residential, commercial and mixed-use property Proven track record delivering acquisitions and disposals end to end Experience preparing and submitting planning applications Strong negotiation capability and commercial awareness Solid understanding of property legislation, planning law and procurement regulations Excellent report writing and stakeholder management skills Analytical, detail-focused and confident managing multiple live instructions How to Apply If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed) ASAP.
Senior Estates Surveyor (Part-Time, 3 days P/W) Rutland Council (Office Based) Day Rate: £400p/d Umbrella I'm currently supporting a Council client with the appointment of a Part-Time Senior Estates Surveyor to provide strategic and operational oversight across their corporate property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced MRICS-qualified Estates professional who enjoys balancing hands-on estate management with asset strategy, compliance, and financial control. The Role Working three days per week in the office, you will take ownership of a varied local authority portfolio, ensuring it is effectively managed, financially controlled, and aligned to the Council's wider objectives. You'll play a key role in driving compliance, innovation, and best practice across property management and asset strategy. Key Responsibilities Property Management Oversee the management of all council-owned properties, ensuring high standards of maintenance and efficient use. Provide effective, efficient and economic property advice to Council services and external providers. Develop and sustain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. Ensure the property management database (Minerva) is accurately maintained through regular review and updates. Asset Management Manage acquisitions, disposals, leases, rent reviews and valuations. Lead on annual portfolio reviews to ensure statutory compliance and alignment with Council objectives. Oversee outsourced annual fixed asset valuations and property insurance processes. Promote innovative and creative solutions to support service-driven property needs. Compliance Ensure all properties comply with relevant legislation, health & safety standards and Council policies. Embed good practice across the estate and support continuous improvement. Budget & Performance Management Prepare and manage the property department budget, ensuring financial efficiency and accountability. Ensure the financial system (Unit4) accurately reflects live property data. Deliver agreed service and personal performance targets. Identify and arrange training where required through appraisal processes. REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY: UK Resident MRICS qualified (essential) Minimum 3 years' experience managing a local authority or public sector estates teams. Strong knowledge of landlord & tenant, valuation, and asset strategy If you're an experienced Estates Surveyor looking for a flexible, senior-level contract with real strategic input, please apply below
Feb 17, 2026
Contractor
Senior Estates Surveyor (Part-Time, 3 days P/W) Rutland Council (Office Based) Day Rate: £400p/d Umbrella I'm currently supporting a Council client with the appointment of a Part-Time Senior Estates Surveyor to provide strategic and operational oversight across their corporate property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced MRICS-qualified Estates professional who enjoys balancing hands-on estate management with asset strategy, compliance, and financial control. The Role Working three days per week in the office, you will take ownership of a varied local authority portfolio, ensuring it is effectively managed, financially controlled, and aligned to the Council's wider objectives. You'll play a key role in driving compliance, innovation, and best practice across property management and asset strategy. Key Responsibilities Property Management Oversee the management of all council-owned properties, ensuring high standards of maintenance and efficient use. Provide effective, efficient and economic property advice to Council services and external providers. Develop and sustain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners. Ensure the property management database (Minerva) is accurately maintained through regular review and updates. Asset Management Manage acquisitions, disposals, leases, rent reviews and valuations. Lead on annual portfolio reviews to ensure statutory compliance and alignment with Council objectives. Oversee outsourced annual fixed asset valuations and property insurance processes. Promote innovative and creative solutions to support service-driven property needs. Compliance Ensure all properties comply with relevant legislation, health & safety standards and Council policies. Embed good practice across the estate and support continuous improvement. Budget & Performance Management Prepare and manage the property department budget, ensuring financial efficiency and accountability. Ensure the financial system (Unit4) accurately reflects live property data. Deliver agreed service and personal performance targets. Identify and arrange training where required through appraisal processes. REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY: UK Resident MRICS qualified (essential) Minimum 3 years' experience managing a local authority or public sector estates teams. Strong knowledge of landlord & tenant, valuation, and asset strategy If you're an experienced Estates Surveyor looking for a flexible, senior-level contract with real strategic input, please apply below
