Senior Principal Surveyor, Regeneration & Development Group (R&DG)
| Posting date: | 09 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £66190-75010 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 October 2025 |
| Location: | London, EC2V 7HH |
| Company: | City of London Corporation |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 839-43640326 |
Summary
City of London Corporation
About Us
The City Surveyor’s Department is responsible for the management of the City of London Corporation’s property investment portfolio, corporate real estate, property/construction projects
- and the operational management and day-to-day outsourced facilities management services
- of both portfolios. The City Surveyor is the organisations’ Head of Profession for Estates and Facilities Management.
Within City Surveyor’s the Regeneration & Development Group is responsible for the disposal of strategic sites from across the City Corporation’s portfolios, and the preservation of the heritage estate portfolio comprising of over 800 assets through strategic conservation management
Regeneration and Development
The City of London Corporation is seeking an experienced Senior Principal Surveyor to join a small team focused on the regeneration of over 70 acres of prime land within Greater London.
This is an essential role within the disposals function, supporting the Assistant Director in all aspects of the disposal of complex high-profile sites within the City’s Estate and City Fund valued in excess of £100m. The role supports the broader Market Sites Regeneration Programme.
Responsibilities include helping to develop the strategy and masterplanning of each site, the development of a business plan, and assisting with the marketing & sales process. Many of the sites will deliver on political priorities for the City Corporation such as increased footfall in the Square Mile and new homes for London.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to and support the Assistant Director on each regeneration and development project, ensuring that they deliver on key Corporation objectives whilst achieving a commercial return.
- Assist with the annual valuation of the Regeneration & Development portfolio.
- Support in contracting with development partners to maximises the City Corporation’s return and identify and implement joint venture opportunities for the delivery of developments.
- Advise on project development briefs, evaluation and management of direct development and refurbishment projects
- Oversee the appointment, management and monitoring of internal and external consultants to assist in delivering objectives
- Letting of completed development and refurbishment properties directly or in collaboration with internal colleagues as required.
What We're Looking For
- Chartered RICS status OR sufficient, relevant work experience associated with working at an equivalent level, with professional experience of the commercial property asset management and valuation disciplines.
- Demonstrable experience working in development activity in the Central London commercial markets, negotiating commercial real estate development transactions.
- Understanding of the development finance stack and a range of financial concepts for development of central London property.
- Strong political and organisational awareness with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and delivery partners.
- Excellent communication, risk management, and financial planning skills.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Why Join Us?
- Influence major regeneration, community, and placemaking initiatives for one of the world's most iconic and complex public institutions.
- Join a collaborative and inclusive team committed to high performance and innovation.
- Benefit from flexible hybrid working and strong support for wellbeing and professional growth.
- Access a generous pension scheme, annual leave, and staff benefits.
- Help shape the future and create meaningful change across the Square Mile and beyond.
Apply now and play a key role in delivering modern and inclusive regeneration and development masterplans for the City of London.
Please note: Clicking the apply button will not submit your application. All applications must be submitted via the McLean Partnership application link provided in the job details. Submissions through any other method will not be considered.
About Us
The City Surveyor’s Department is responsible for the management of the City of London Corporation’s property investment portfolio, corporate real estate, property/construction projects
- and the operational management and day-to-day outsourced facilities management services
- of both portfolios. The City Surveyor is the organisations’ Head of Profession for Estates and Facilities Management.
Within City Surveyor’s the Regeneration & Development Group is responsible for the disposal of strategic sites from across the City Corporation’s portfolios, and the preservation of the heritage estate portfolio comprising of over 800 assets through strategic conservation management
Regeneration and Development
The City of London Corporation is seeking an experienced Senior Principal Surveyor to join a small team focused on the regeneration of over 70 acres of prime land within Greater London.
This is an essential role within the disposals function, supporting the Assistant Director in all aspects of the disposal of complex high-profile sites within the City’s Estate and City Fund valued in excess of £100m. The role supports the broader Market Sites Regeneration Programme.
Responsibilities include helping to develop the strategy and masterplanning of each site, the development of a business plan, and assisting with the marketing & sales process. Many of the sites will deliver on political priorities for the City Corporation such as increased footfall in the Square Mile and new homes for London.
What You'll Do
- Contribute to and support the Assistant Director on each regeneration and development project, ensuring that they deliver on key Corporation objectives whilst achieving a commercial return.
- Assist with the annual valuation of the Regeneration & Development portfolio.
- Support in contracting with development partners to maximises the City Corporation’s return and identify and implement joint venture opportunities for the delivery of developments.
- Advise on project development briefs, evaluation and management of direct development and refurbishment projects
- Oversee the appointment, management and monitoring of internal and external consultants to assist in delivering objectives
- Letting of completed development and refurbishment properties directly or in collaboration with internal colleagues as required.
What We're Looking For
- Chartered RICS status OR sufficient, relevant work experience associated with working at an equivalent level, with professional experience of the commercial property asset management and valuation disciplines.
- Demonstrable experience working in development activity in the Central London commercial markets, negotiating commercial real estate development transactions.
- Understanding of the development finance stack and a range of financial concepts for development of central London property.
- Strong political and organisational awareness with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and delivery partners.
- Excellent communication, risk management, and financial planning skills.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Why Join Us?
- Influence major regeneration, community, and placemaking initiatives for one of the world's most iconic and complex public institutions.
- Join a collaborative and inclusive team committed to high performance and innovation.
- Benefit from flexible hybrid working and strong support for wellbeing and professional growth.
- Access a generous pension scheme, annual leave, and staff benefits.
- Help shape the future and create meaningful change across the Square Mile and beyond.
Apply now and play a key role in delivering modern and inclusive regeneration and development masterplans for the City of London.
Please note: Clicking the apply button will not submit your application. All applications must be submitted via the McLean Partnership application link provided in the job details. Submissions through any other method will not be considered.
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