Strategic Assets and Estates Manager

We are seeking an experienced and motivated professional to lead the development and continuous improvement of Rother District Council’s Estates team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in delivering the Council’s Strategic Asset Management Plan, which underpins our corporate priorities and ensures statutory compliance, income generation, and the delivery of wider social, economic, and community benefits for our residents.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Service for Housing and Strategic Assets, the successful candidate will oversee the management of the Council’s commercial property portfolio. This includes asset valuation, acquisition, disposal, development, and tenant relations. You will be responsible for driving strategic improvements, ensuring robust record-keeping, statutory compliance and developing procedures that support efficient and effective estate management.

This post comes with an additional market supplement for two years, with a review after one year, in recognition of the specialist skills required.

Key Requirements

• Extensive experience in managing commercial property assets
• Professional qualification in estates management (MRICS or equivalent), with evidence of continued professional development
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders
• Proven ability to analyse complex information and processes, evaluate performance, and present findings to senior officers
• Experience in setting and maintaining high standards for service delivery and team performance
• Resilience, flexibility, and excellent organisational skills

Location and Working Arrangements

This is a hands-on role requiring some travel across the district, particularly in Bexhill-on-Sea, Battle, and Rye. We are seeking candidates who can readily meet with tenants, colleagues and wider stakeholders. The role is based at the Town Hall in Bexhill-on-Sea, with flexible working an option and some scope for remote working.

What Rother District Council Offers

We are proud to offer a positive and supportive working environment, with benefits including:

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave entitlement, plus statutory holidays
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Clear career progression and professional development opportunities
• A range of staff benefits to support wellbeing and financial resilience

How to Apply

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Joe Powell – Head of Service: Housing and Strategic Assets via email at joe.powell@rother.gov.uk.

The job description and application form are available to download from below.

If you experience any issues accessing the website, please contact the Corporate and Human Resources Service via email recruitment@rother.gov.uk.

Completed applications should be returned electronically to: recruitment@rother.gov.uk

 Closing date for applications: Sunday 16^th November 2025.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and community sectors.