About Us

North Hertfordshire is a large rural district with approximately 125,000 residents with four historic towns, Hitchin, Baldock, Royston and Letchworth Garden City. The Council has a clear vision: We put people first and deliver sustainable services, to enable a brighter future together.

Why work with us?

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in our recruitment practices and in our employment policies. We want our employees to feel safe to express themselves and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of talents. We are dedicated to promoting a healthy work/life balance, valuing our employees, and enabling them to make a difference to the local community.

Our benefits include:

- An additional welcome payment of 10% of your starting salary

- Car allowance of £1,239 per annum

- Local Government Pension Scheme (19.5% employer contribution)
- Generous annual leave, including Christmas close down period
- Occupational sick pay
- Free car parking
- Discounts, including 50% off NHC gym membership

- Flexible working options including flexi scheme and home-working

The Role 

As an Estates Surveyor at North Herts Council, you will play a vital role in managing and maximizing the potential of a commercial property portfolio. You will undertake a range of estate and asset management duties relating to the Council’s operational, investment and non-operational premises, including landlord and tenant matters, property acquisitions, disposals, and developments. You will contribute directly to the effective delivery of estate and asset management service and assist in the development of appropriate systems and methods to ensure its effectiveness. Liaising with internal and external stakeholders in areas of mutual interest to enable an effective service delivery will be a key responsibility. You will have direct line management and the role reports into the Senior Estates Surveyor. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic and collaborative team.

The Experience you will bring

• Membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). A degree or equivalent in Estate Management, Property Management, or another relevant subject. Good knowledge of Landlord and Tenant law. Experience in Estate Management, including negotiating commercial rent reviews and leases. The ability to negotiate lease agreements.

How to Apply

To apply for this position please click the apply button today.  Please note that we do not accept CV applications, either on their own or accompanying application forms. Therefore, please ensure that all relevant information is provided on the application form.

At North Herts Council we are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and we guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum requirements for the job. 

Closing Date: Noon Tuesday 20^th August. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.