Group Leader - Estates strategy

• Pay: £30.06 per hour (PAYE) or £37.68 (Via Umbrella)
• Location: Barnsley
• Job Type: Hybrid, Full time 

My client are seeking a Group Leader to spearhead the development of their strategic estates strategy and oversee the valuation for financial reporting. This role is pivotal in providing leadership and management to enhance service delivery, ensuring alignment with their vision, priorities, and values. The successful candidate will lead complex cross-cutting service projects, coordinating resources to deliver customer-focused services and achieve corporate outcomes.

• Strategically lead and implement budgetary control procedures within service strategies, policies, and plans.
• Develop a high-performing team and foster a positive business culture for efficient and effective service delivery.
• Establish and maintain effective internal and external relationships to ensure joined-up services and the achievement of the Council’s key objectives.
• Offer professional advice and support to stakeholders, including the Senior Management Team and Council Members, on strategic and operational service delivery.
• Oversee the accurate valuation of the asset portfolio for accounting and management purposes, including signing off on valuation reports and end-of-year certificates.
• Innovate and drive approaches to maximise income and minimise costs through the management of the Council’s property holdings.
• Handle capital and revenue estimates for property transactions and lead property negotiations on behalf of the Council.
• Direct the development of new schools, improvements to learning environments, and education asset management planning.
• Ensure compliance with the Council Governance Framework and monitor customer-focused service delivery, performance indicators, and strategic priorities.

• Full Member or Fellowship of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) – General Practice and Valuation.
• RICS Registered Valuer.
• Extensive senior-level experience in land and property valuations, adhering to professional standards and regulations.
• Proven track record of providing specialist advice and managing high-quality property-related services.
• Experience leading and developing a professional team in a complex organisation.
• Proficient in managing programmes, projects, and processes within deadlines and budgets.
• In-depth knowledge of managing a diverse property portfolio and understanding relevant strategies, policies, and legislation.

Please apply today for a chance of an immediate interview! 

What Reed can offer you as a temporary employee:

• A dedicated consultant who will act as your key point of contact during and between any  bookings
• Secure & online time sheet system which is quick and easy to use
• A self-service portal to access holiday requests/ Payslips/ P45 at your own leisure 
• A dedicated payroll team 
• Access to free training
• Access to discount club/ healthcare/ reed rewards
• Pension /paid holiday scheme/ maternity benefits
• Contacts for other Reed consultants and divisions
• Opportunities to work with some of the UKs leading employers including local authorities, NHS and local SME's