Property Officer – Acquisitions and Disposals

The Church of England

. Source suitable properties for addition to the portfolio, considering budget, location and design .

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in property acquisition, management, and compliance within a housing environment, ensuring effective negotiation, record-keeping, and customer-focused service delivery. Proficient in utilizing database systems and maintaining accurate property records while adhering to health and safety legislation.

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Property Acquisition ManagementNegotiation SkillsDatabase Systems ProficiencyCustomer-Focused ServiceAttention to Detail

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Hard Skills

Property ManagementConveyancing ProcessBuilding Construction KnowledgePreventative MaintenanceRecord Keeping

Soft Skills

Engagement SkillsCommunication SkillsSelf-MotivationOrganizational SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeHousing Management SystemsQLSAP

Industry Keywords

Housing EnvironmentHealth and Safety LegislationCDMHHSRSCustomer Service

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source suitable properties for addition to the portfolio, considering budget, location and design
Propose potential purchases to the Acquisitions and Disposals Manager/Head of Operations and Strategy
Manage and negotiate property acquisitions through completion
Instruct professionals, arrange surveys and tests, review documentation and seek professional advice
Negotiate with agents and developers and arrange property viewings
Seek internal approvals and arrange deposits, property purchases and contract signings
Set up purchased properties on the housing database with relevant property information
Arrange compliance-related works and provide certification before new tenancies begin
Manage disposal and sale of non-retained properties
Coordinate refurbishment of void properties with the housing team, maintenance partners and contractors
Ensure void re-let times, lead times, budgets, quality and lettable standards are met
Issue and monitor contractor instructions and works orders, including updates in QL
Monitor value for money, performance and quality of refurbishment works
Maintain accurate property records, void trackers, cost data and progress information
Provide property data and certificates to compliance and business services teams
Monitor gas capping, drain down and related activities after tenancy end or property purchase
Update colleagues regarding works and proposed purchases
Participate in managing Housing Helpline calls and team correspondence
Manage confidential information and ensure records are complete and accurate

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience of working within a Housing or Property environment, ideally occupied residential
Experience in a property environment, particularly the conveyancing process
General knowledge of building construction and preventative maintenance
Experience delivering a customer-focused service
Experience providing support to residents/tenants
Engagement and communication skills, including negotiation and persuasion
IT literacy, including Microsoft products and database systems
Good communication, negotiation and liaison skills
Attention to detail and ability to follow defined processes and procedures
Good record keeping
Good IT skills, including MS Office products
Ability to work with minimal supervision while remaining organised and self-disciplined
Ability to cope with competing deadlines, prioritise and set targets
Self-motivated, with initiative and a record of achieving agreed objectives within time and resource constraints
Adaptable and innovative
Ability to create, maintain and enhance working relationships
Willingness to learn new concepts and openness to change
Knowledge of health and safety legislation, CDM and HHSRS (desirable)
Experience using database systems such as housing management systems, QL or SAP (preferred/desirable)
Willingness to travel throughout the United Kingdom to meet customers and contractors

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual leave starting at 25 days
Bank holidays
Three additional NCI days
Family friendly policies
Wellbeing cashback scheme
Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
Defined benefit pension with employer contributions of up to 18%
Generous life assurance cover