Corporate Property Manager

Corporate Property Manager Location: Hybrid Working Contract: Interim Rate: £500 a day (Inside IR35) Start: ASAP Location : West Wales About the Role We are working on behalf of a forward-thinking Local Authority to recruit an experienced Corporate Property Manager to lead the management of a diverse commercial and operational property portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior property professional to play a key role in delivering the Council's Strategic Asset Management Plan, maximising asset performance, supporting service transformation and leading a team of Property Asset Managers. Key Responsibilities * Lead the day-to-day management of the Council's corporate property portfolio, including industrial estates, business parks, retail assets, markets, county farms, harbours and other operational assets. * Deliver strategic asset management initiatives to ensure the estate is fit for purpose, financially sustainable and aligned with corporate priorities. * Work closely with the Strategic Property Manager to implement the Council's Strategic Asset Management Plan. * Develop strong business partnering relationships with internal departments, providing strategic property advice and challenging operational property requirements where appropriate. * Support the Head of Property in delivering effective asset management and property strategy across the organisation. * Oversee property valuations in accordance with CIPFA guidance. * Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, generate income and reduce revenue expenditure across the corporate estate. * Lead, manage and develop a team of Property Asset Managers and Surveyors, including performance management, recruitment, training and professional development. * Provide strategic advice to senior officers, elected members and key stakeholders on property-related matters. About You We're keen to speak with experienced property professionals who have: * MRICS qualification (or equivalent significant experience). * Extensive experience managing large and diverse commercial property portfolios within a Local Authority or public sector environment. * Strong knowledge of corporate estate management, asset strategy and landlord & tenant matters. * Experience delivering Strategic Asset Management Plans. * Excellent commercial awareness with experience identifying opportunities to maximise asset performance and generate income. * Experience overseeing property valuations and a good understanding of CIPFA valuation requirements. * Proven leadership experience managing multidisciplinary property teams. * Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leadership and elected members. If you are interested in applying, please apply now with your CV