Interim Principal Asset Manager
London Borough of Enfield
3-month initial contract (with a view to extend)
2 days per week office-based + site visits as required
 
The London Borough of Enfield is seeking an experienced Principal Asset Manager on an interim basis to support the management and optimisation of the Council's diverse commercial, operational and rural property portfolio.
Working within the Estates team and closely with the Head of Estates, you will play a key role in managing a wide range of commercial assets while leading on landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, asset strategy and income optimisation.
This role will support the ongoing performance and strategic direction of the Council's investment portfolio, helping to deliver against the Strategic Asset Management Plan.
 
The Portfolio
You will be working across a significant and varied estate including:
·Approx 625 commercial assets
·Commercial investment portfolio valued at c. £135m
·Annual income of approximately £8m
 
Key Responsibilities
·Day-to-day asset management across the Council's commercial property estate
·Leading rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant negotiations
·Identifying opportunities to optimise income and reduce voids
·Supporting asset strategy and portfolio performance
·Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team
·Providing professional property advice to senior officers and elected members
 
Requirements for the role:
·UK Resident
·MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor
·Strong experience within commercial asset management
·Proven track record delivering rent reviews, lease negotiations and portfolio management
·Minimum 3 years' experience within local authority or housing association.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to support the management of one of London's largest local authority estates while contributing to the strategic development of a significant commercial portfolio.