Liverpool City Council

Senior Property Officer

Senior Property Officer

WHY US:
There's a lot going on at Liverpool City Council, as we plan an exciting future for our city. With current work on significant major projects, and many more in the pipeline, their success is underpinned by professional business-focused teams. Talk to us for career-shaping opportunities in a modern organisation and make a lasting impact.

JOB DETAILS Perm full Time 35 hours, 5 days/week Competitive Salary

JOB DESCRIPTION

In this role, you will provide delivery of property related services and support, which delivers "best value" outcomes for Council and customers.

Key responsibilities:
- Assisting with property acquisitions and disposals for planning purposes, including Council infrastructure in existing and new release areas, VPAs and road closures.
- Reviewing, assessing, negotiating and managing telecommunications leases and access deeds, preparing the relevant correspondence and facilitating the transaction.
- Reviewing, assessing and negotiating granting easements on Council land, preparing the relevant correspondence and facilitating the transaction.
- Reviewing and assessing Road and Rights of Way Closure applications, preparing the relevant correspondence and facilitating sales transactions, where appropriate.
- Providing property advice to and coordination with other Property staff and Council Departments
- Project Management of specific projects for the property function
- Engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, for the purposes of property contracts, leases and licences.
- Follow Council's policies and procedures when carrying out work to ensure risks are managed. Report all incidents, risks and issues to Management on a timely manner.

ABOUT YOU
- Tertiary qualifications in Property Management, Real Estate or property related discipline and/or equivalent experience.
- Current Class C drivers licence
- Demonstrated experience working in property portfolio, in either Commercial, Industrial, Retail or Residential Property Management.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in Land Acquisitions and / or Valuation of property under the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act and application of the Local Government Act.
- Demonstrated experience in the negotiation, implementation and facilitation of agreements over:
- Lease negotiations and supporting documentation
- Granting and negotiation of Easements
- Road and laneway closures, including negotiation for sale of property
- Demonstrated experience in effectively managing customer enquiries related to the Property portfolio
- Demonstrated experience in liaising with internal and external stakeholders in relation to the property portfolio and lease management. This includes, but is not limited to Valuers, Surveyors and Lawyers
- Demonstrated Project Management experience, with the ability to prepare detailed property reports.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT LCC
- Salary will be dependent upon the relevant skills, experience and competencies of the successful applicant.
- Flexible work arrangements - including flexi time and hybrid working arrangements (with the ability to work some days each week from home
- Ability to access 2 health and wellbeing days per year.
- Great office location in the heart of the Liverpool CBD, close to public transport and with subsided parking available
- Professional development opportunities, including training courses and study assistance for further education.

Liverpool City Council is committed to providing a working environment that supports all employees to reach their full potential.

To be eligible to apply for permanent positions at Liverpool City Council, you need to be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including First nation people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join Council.

All successful candidates will be required to obtain a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process and may be required to undergo a pre-employment medical check

HOW TO APPLY: Please click the 'Apply' button above. Applicants must submit a covering letter outlining your interest and how your background and experience suit this opportunity, as well as your resume.

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CLOSING Applications Close 11.59pm 2 Weeks From Date Job Posted

Be part of creating the future, for further information about the position please contact Samata Billa, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]