Property & Estates Support Officer (Maternity Cover - Temporary up to 12 months)

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PROPERTY & ESTATES SUPPORT OFFICER (MATERNITY COVER - TEMPORARY UP TO 12 MONTHS)

Directorate: Communities

Section: Property & Leisure Services

Grade: Grade E - £32578 to £34811 per year

Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Long Eaton Town Hall, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Derbyshire, NG10 1HU

About the Role:

As Property & Estates Support Officer you will support the effective management of the Council’s land and property portfolio. Working with the Estates & Asset Manager, you will assist with lettings, lease administration, property inspections, asset records, valuation work, tenant liaison and associated financial administration, helping to protect the Council’s interests and provide a responsive service.

What You Will Do:

You will administer day-to-day estate management matters across the Council’s commercial property portfolio, including lease renewals, rent reviews, tenant enquiries, licences and disputes, escalating complex or professionally reserved matters to the Estates & Asset Manager.

You will assist with negotiations for the sale, purchase, lease or temporary use of land and buildings and coordinate arrangements through to completion. You will liaise with the Estates & Asset Manager on the appropriate marketing of properties to maximise rental and sale potential, conduct viewings and inspect property.

You will support the annual asset revaluation programme by ensuring that information is current and accurate. You will maintain the Council’s asset register, property management and GIS systems, manage the ELF Asset Management System and help collect and organise corporate land and property data.

The role also includes liaising with Property Officers, the Engineering Officer and contractors to ensure repairs and maintenance are completed to the required standard and within budget; monitoring tenants’ compliance with relevant requirements such as health and safety and insurance; preparing inventories and check-out reports; arranging emergency contractor works where needed and supporting minor repair instructions.

About You:

• Experience of land and property valuations and negotiations, together with relevant experience in property and estate management.
• A-levels, a BTEC Diploma or an equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation and its practical application.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, customer care, report-writing and presentation skills.
• Computer literacy, including experience of Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
• The ability to work and cooperate with staff at all levels, organise work effectively and perform under pressure.
• A full driving licence. Reasonable adjustments will be considered where a disability precludes this requirement.

Desirable:

• A RICS-accredited degree or diploma in Estate Management, or another relevant degree.
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
• Experience of working in local government and knowledge of funding from development agencies.
• Commercial and industrial development experience.
• Demonstrable working knowledge of health and safety legislation.

Why Join Us?

• A Time of Transformation: Support the effective management of the Council’s land and property assets during an important period of change for local government.
• Flexible Working: *Hybrid and family-friendly policies that support your work-life balance.
• Career Growth: We will invest in your development with training, mentoring and opportunities to build knowledge of property, estates and asset management.
• Impact & Improvement: Your accuracy, organisation and customer focus will help improve data quality, service efficiency and support for the Council’s property portfolio.
• Great Location & Benefits: Free workplace parking, good transport links, generous leave and access to the LGPS.

* Hybrid working is available – there is an expectation to attend the office 2-3 times a week.

For an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact Philip Colledge, Estates & Asset Manager on 0115 9072326. No recruiters or advertisers please.

Benefits of Working for Us

In addition to a competitive salary, you will also have access to:

• Generous annual leave package – 29 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays a year
• Free workplace car parking within the Borough
• Opportunities for training, learning and continuous professional development
• Family friendly flexible and hybrid working policies available
• Option to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) plus access to a salary sacrifice scheme for added voluntary pension contributions
• Discounted leisure membership with the Fit for Work scheme
• Access to the employee benefits discount and salary sacrifice scheme

The closing date for applications is 19th 0ctober 2026 at midnight. Interviews will take place week commencing 26th October 2026.

How to Apply

Interested candidates can apply with a CV and a supporting statement, clearly demonstrating suitability and experience for the role.

To submit a CV please click on the 'Apply Online' icon located at the foot of the page. You will be requested to provide some basic information before you upload your CV.

Please note: This role is only open to applicants who already have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

For further information about working for Erewash Borough Council and how to apply for this job please visit our website at https://www.erewash.gov.uk/jobs-section/jobs.html

Alternatively, an application form and job description are available from Human Resources, Erewash Borough Council, Town Hall, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 5RP, Telephone: 0115 931 6000 (24 hr. voicemail) or e-mail: jobs@erewash.gov.uk

**IMPORTANT: Your supporting statement is an opportunity to demonstrate how your skills and experience align with the role. Please refer to the person specification when providing examples, as this will be a key source of information for shortlisting.**

If you are a current employee of Erewash Borough Council and you wish to apply for this vacancy, you must apply through your Employee Self Service account. If you do not have access to Employee Self Service, you must complete a paper or word version of Erewash Borough Council’s job application form.

The council is positive about disabled people and those who meet the essential shortlisting requirements will be guaranteed an interview.

The council also supports the Armed Forces Covenant and those who have previously worked in the armed forces and meet the essential shortlisting criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Please ensure that you make it clear on your application form that you wish to be considered under these criteria.