Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor

We are seeking an experienced Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor to join a dynamic City Council property team. Reporting directly to the Director of Property, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering the Council’s Commercial and Investment Property strategy.

This is a high-impact senior leadership position, acting as the Council’s lead advisor on all commercial and investment property and asset management matters, ensuring the portfolio delivers maximum value — financially, socially and strategically.

Cunard Building, Water Street, Pier Head, Liverpool, L2 2BS
, United Kingdom

3-Month Contract - 35 Hours per Week

£500 per day

Hybrid Working – Typically 3 Days Office-Based

Key Responsibilities:

* Act as the Council’s lead advisor on commercial and investment property matters across council-owned land and buildings

* Lead on lettings, lease restructures, rent reviews, renewals, debt management, and landlord & tenant negotiations

* Drive income generation, capital receipts, cost savings and liability reduction across the portfolio

* Oversee annual portfolio valuations for accounting purposes

* Lead disposals and acquisitions programmes

* Develop and implement the Asset Management Strategy and key asset plans

About You:

We’re looking for a commercially astute and politically aware property professional who can operate confidently at senior leadership level within a complex public sector environment.

You will demonstrate:

* Significant senior-level experience in commercial property and asset management

* Strong knowledge of public sector governance and statutory requirements

* Proven track record of income generation and strategic portfolio optimisation

* Excellent stakeholder management skills, including Members and external partners

* Ability to prepare evidence for Public Inquiries and Court proceedings

Working Arrangements:

This is a hybrid role, typically requiring three days per week office-based at the Cunard Building, with home working in line with Council H&S and Agile Working policies.

The role may require occasional site visits across the City