Head of Commercial Property

Head of Commercial Property
- Liverpool City Council

Location: Cunard Building, Liverpool (Hybrid Working), L2 2BS

£700 p/d inside ir35 umbrella
3 months initial contract
Reports To: Director of Property
Direct Reports: General Practice Surveyors, Asset Valuation Surveyors, Building Surveyors, Unqualified Surveyors, Senior Land Surveyor, Senior Data Officer and Senior Programme Delivery Officer.

Job Purpose
The Head of Commercial Property provides strategic leadership and professional advice on the management of the Council's commercial property portfolio. The role ensures that Council-owned land and buildings are effectively managed to maximise income, generate capital receipts, support regeneration and deliver wider social and economic benefits for the city.

Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for the Council's commercial property and asset management services.
Manage and optimise the Council's commercial property portfolio to maximise income and value while minimising liabilities.
Lead negotiations on commercial property matters including lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews, acquisitions and disposals.
Oversee property valuations and ensure accurate asset information is maintained.
Develop and implement asset management strategies and support the Council's Strategic Asset Review programme.
Provide professional property advice to senior officers, Members and service departments.
Support regeneration projects and strategic development initiatives across the city.
Prepare and present reports to senior management and committees.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies and governance procedures.
Lead, manage and develop the Commercial Property team, ensuring delivery of service targets and performance standards.
Contribute to the Council's financial planning, income generation and budget management.

Person Specification
Essential
Degree in property or a related discipline.
Corporate membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Significant experience in commercial property asset management.
Experience leading and managing professional teams.
Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
Ability to provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders.

Desirable
Experience working within the public sector or local government.
Knowledge of property legislation and market trends.

If you are interested, or know someone who might be, then please call (phone number removed) or email (url removed) to discuss further.