Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for property management? We are seeking an Estates Manager to lead and manage our diverse property estate, ensuring its effective use and compliance while maximising value for the community.
About the role
As the Estates Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the Finance and Governance Services Directorate. You will be responsible for the active management of both operational and investment properties, ensuring they are maintained to the highest standards and utilised efficiently. Your expertise will help us meet the council’s corporate objectives while fostering sustainability and social value in our property dealings.
You will lead a small team, manage budgets, conduct property inspections, and collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver innovative property solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking and politically engaged environment.
About you
As a qualified Chartered Surveyor, you will have significant experience in estates management, with a proven track record of handling complex property portfolios in both public and private sectors.
Your strong interpersonal and negotiation skills will enable you to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Proactive and adaptable, you will be committed to delivering high-quality outcomes while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
If you are passionate about property management and want to contribute to the betterment of our community, we would love to hear from you!
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. Huntingdonshire District Council does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
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Apply
The closing date is 9am 15 September 2025.
However, this is a rolling campaign and we'll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!
For many of our roles (where it is possible) we accommodate a hybrid model of working. We know our people are what make Huntingdonshire District Council great and recognise how important a healthy work–life balance is. Our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely whilst allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district. Candidates should therefore be within commutable distance of our offices in Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire or able to attend meetings as required if further afield.
Should you have any additional questions regarding submitting an application, please contact the Recruitment Team at recruitment@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.
Working for the council
As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.
Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.
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