Job type

Estates officer

£25k - £50k

Typical salary

38 – 40

Hours per week

Estates officers are responsible for the management and upkeep of land and property belonging to local councils and public bodies.

More info

Help make sure land and properties are maintained and managed appropriately
You'll need good communication skills and an understanding of regulations around property and health and safety
Progression into local government or public sector management roles

DAY-TO-DAY DUTIES

Organising and checking repairs and maintenance
Making sure properties are being used for their intended purpose
Dealing with tenancy applications and monitoring tenancy agreements
Setting and reviewing rents
Checking the potential of property for both short and long term use
Negotiating with landowners and other interested parties about compulsory purchase or purchase by agreement
Advising on land purchase issues
Attending meetings and working with other departments and organisations
Analysing financial and other data
Writing and presenting reports
Keeping up-to-date with land management, building control and environmental issues

DAY-TO-DAY ENVIRONMENT

You'll usually be office-based, but you may need to travel to attend meetings and visit sites. Your working environment may be at height and outdoors some of the time.

You'll need

This role requires good communication skills, maths skills, negotiating skills, and excellent IT skills.

You can do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in a subject like building services engineering, surveying, construction management or facilities management.

You could do a qualification by distance learning through the University College of Estate Management. This may be an option if you're already working in the industry.

You may also be able to take an advanced apprenticeship as a facilities supervisor or a higher apprenticeship as a facilities manager, while working in an estates office. It will usually take 18 to 24 months to complete.

You could apply directly if you've got experience and qualifications in a related career like property management, building health and safety or surveying.