Lease Advisory and Estate Surveyor

Hays
Permanent job, lease advisory and estate surveyor, RICS

Lease Advisory & Estates ManagerEstates & Facilities Management University Estate Open to graduate, non-chartered and chartered surveyors
About the RoleWe’re looking for a motivated Lease Advisory & Estates Manager to help manage and maximise a diverse commercial property portfolio across our operational estate.This is a fantastic opportunity whether you’re:

• A graduate surveyor non-chartered property professional developing your experience or
• An experienced Lease Advisory / Estates Manager seeking a varied and impactful role.

Working closely with the Head of Property Office, you’ll provide lease advisory services, manage commercial lettings, and advise colleagues and partners on a wide range of property, legal and estate-related matters. You’ll be supported to grow, with structured development and support towards RICS accreditation where appropriate.
What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing the day-to-day operation of commercially let property, including landlord and tenant matters
• Negotiating heads of terms for leases, licences, rent reviews and renewals
• Preparing standard lease and licence documentation and managing legal processes
• Building strong relationships with commercial occupiers and internal stakeholders
• Carrying out landlord inspections and ensuring lease compliance
• Supporting service charge administration in line with the RICS Service Charge Code
• Advising on estate-related legal matters, including easements and wayleaves
• Working alongside engineering, sustainability and project teams on tenant works and compliance
• Helping identify opportunities to maximise income and value from the property portfolio
• Deputising for the Head of Property Office when required

About You
We’re particularly keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Experience (or strong placement exposure) in commercial property management or lease advisory
• An interest in landlord and tenant law, lease interpretation and compliance
• Confidence communicating with non-property professionals
• Strong organisation, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Good IT skills, including Excel, databases and digital/AI tools
• A willingness to learn, develop and build professional credibility

QualificationsEssential

• Degree in a property or surveying-related discipline (e.g. Real Estate, Estate Management)

Desirable

• RICS membership or working towards chartership
• Experience in an institutional or large-estate environment
• Knowledge of property insurance or public-sector estates legislation

Why Join ?

• Work on a complex, varied and interesting estate
• Gain hands-on experience across lease advisory and estates management
• Clear development pathway with professional support and mentoring
• Collaborative and supportive Estates & Facilities Management team
• Opportunity to make a real contribution to the organisation’s long-term estate strategy

Rewards
40+ days annual leave
Fantastic Pension contribution
Creche /nursery on site with discounted rates
Competitive Salary

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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