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Posted 04 August, 2026

Principal Disposal & Acquisition Surveyor

Reed
Leicester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Glenfield, Leicestershire (Hybrid Working) £525 per day Full-Time 3-Month Temporary Contract

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Principal Disposal & Acquisition Surveyor to join a leading local authority's Strategic Property Services team.

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Working within a diverse property portfolio valued at over £500m, you will take a lead role in the acquisition, disposal and investment management of a broad range of assets, ensuring best value outcomes and supporting the authority's strategic objectives.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Lead on complex property acquisitions and disposals across commercial, development and operational assets.
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  • Develop and implement acquisition, disposal and investment strategies.
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  • Undertake financial and commercial appraisals to support business cases and decision making.
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  • Lead negotiations with developers, landowners, occupiers, agents and other stakeholders.
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  • Manage external consultants, agents and legal advisers.
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  • Provide specialist property advice to senior officers, members and key stakeholders.
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  • Prepare reports and recommendations for senior governance boards and committees.
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  • Support capital programme delivery through effective management of property transactions.
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Requirements

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  • Degree in Real Estate or a related property discipline.
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  • Full Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).
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  • Significant post-qualification experience in property acquisitions and disposals.
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  • Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant matters, valuation principles and property investment.
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  • Experience of negotiating complex property transactions.
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  • Local Government experience is highly desirable.
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  • Excellent commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills.
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What's on Offer?

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  • £525 per day.
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  • Hybrid working arrangement.
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  • Full-time hours.
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  • Initial 3-month contract.
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  • Opportunity to work on a high-profile property portfolio and strategic asset projects.
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If you are an experienced MRICS Chartered Surveyor with a strong background in property acquisitions, disposals and asset management, we'd love to hear from you.