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This is a key position within the Corporate Property team based in Grays. The postholder will support the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the Council’s Corporate Property Strategy. You will provide expert professional and strategic property advice across all Council departments, ensuring the Council’s estate is compliant, efficiently managed, and aligned with service and corporate priorities. This role is designed for someone with significant public-sector experience and a strong understanding of local authority governance—a critical requirement for operating effectively in a political and regulated environment. Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Estate Management Support the development and implementation of the Council’s Corporate Property Strategy. Provide strategic guidance on estate optimisation, statutory compliance, acquisitions, disposals, leases, and investment decisions. Lead and contribute to strategic asset reviews, ensuring long-term planning aligns with corporate objectives. Professional Property Advisory Provide expert advice on valuations, rent reviews, lease renewals, negotiations, and landlord/tenant matters. Ensure all property decisions comply with relevant legislation, best practice, and public-sector asset management principles. Commission and manage external professional advisors when required. Public-Sector Support & Collaboration Work closely with Council departments—including housing, regeneration, education, and social care—to interpret service needs and provide effective property solutions. Support strategic projects, capital programmes, and regeneration initiatives with property intellige