Disposals Surveyor

 

 

Job Role Profile: Disposals Surveyor V2. 27th April 2026

Job Role Profile: Disposals Surveyor

Service Area: Asset and Facilities Management Directorate: Corporate Resources Reports to: Disposals Programme Manager Office attendance: Once per week on a Thursday. Site visits and in person meetings as and when required. Day rate: £450.00

 

Role Purpose

To lead and manage the disposal of surplus council property assets in a way that maximises capital receipts, supports the Council’s priorities and ensures compliance with statutory duties. The role balances commercial awareness with public sector accountability, ensuring that disposals deliver best consideration and strategic outcomes for the authority.

 

Key Responsibilities

1. Disposal Programme Delivery

• Manage a varied caseload of freehold disposals from inception to completion.

• Prepare disposal strategies, valuation advice and recommendations for decision-makers.

• Undertake disposal recommendation summaries to determine the most appropriate disposal route.

• Work in collaboration with retained property agents in support of delivering disposal outcomes.

• Lead negotiations with purchasers, developers and their agents to secure best consideration.

2. Statutory and Governance Compliance

• Ensure all disposals comply with the Local Government Act 1972 (including Section 123), the council’s constitution and financial regulations.

• Prepare and maintain audit-ready documentation, including valuation evidence, marketing records and decision-making trails.

 

 

 

Job Role Profile: Disposals Surveyor V2. 27th April 2026

• Work closely with internal Legal Services and retained external solicitors to progress transactions, resolve title issues and manage restrictive covenants or easements.

 

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal services, elected members, community groups and external partners to ensure disposals align with corporate priorities.

• Manage sensitive or contentious disposals with diplomacy and political awareness.

• Provide clear, professional advice to senior officers and members on risks, opportunities and implications.

4. Professional Practice

• Undertake inspections and due diligence in accordance with RICS standards.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of property law, valuation practice, planning policy and market trends.

• Represent the council professionally in negotiations, meetings and public consultations.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Essential

• RICS qualification (MRICS/FRICS)

• Experience in property disposals, valuation and estates management.

• Strong negotiation skills and commercial awareness.

• Understanding of public sector governance, transparency requirements and statutory duties.

• Ability to interpret legal documents, title plans and planning policy.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Experience in local government or another regulated public sector environment.

 

 

 

Job Role Profile: Disposals Surveyor V2. 27th April 2026

• Knowledge of development viability and regeneration.

 

Behaviours and Competencies

• Integrity and accountability – acts with transparency and professionalism.

• Political awareness – understands the sensitivities of working in a democratic environment.

• Problem-solving – able to navigate complex title, legal or stakeholder issues.

• Collaboration – works effectively with colleagues across services.

• Customer focus – provides clear, accessible advice to internal and external stakeholders.

• Results-driven – committed to delivering disposals that support annual financial and strategic objectives.

 

Outcomes

• Delivery of timely, compliant and well-evidenced disposals.

• Contribution to the annual capital receipts targets.

• High-quality professional advice that supports informed decision-making.

• Positive relationships with stakeholders and the public.