The Met occupies an extensive and diverse range of properties across London, both freehold and leasehold. Property Services department manages, maintains and develops the portfolio ensuring that it efficiently supports operational policing and is compliant with regulation. Since 2013, we have implemented a radical change programme to transform our estate, disposing of under-utilised buildings, refurbishing key HQ buildings such as the Hendon estate, overseeing the sale of New Scotland Yard, and the move to an iconic new HQ on the river.
Opportunity now exists to work with the Property Services Department and its outsourced service providers to deliver the ongoing Estates Strategy.
Who's this for?
Ideally students studying a RICS accredited degree or module related to:
- estate management
- surveying
- property investment
- finance
The role
You must be an undergraduate student in a sandwich year course returning to study in autumn 2024.
Estate management
- working alongside our internal client team (Knight Frank)
- coordinating and undertaking landlord and tenant inspections
- working on rent reviews and lease renewals
- Notting Hill Delivery Team - largest planned annual police operation
- licence and rents negotiations
Business rates and council tax
- attending monthly rating strategy meetings with our external consultants
Asset management
- annual asset valuations and RCA insurance valuations
- attending and co-coordinating inspections with external consultants
- disposals
- co-coordinating and attending inspections with potential purchasers
- assisting with residential auction disposals
Candidates must also demonstrate the following skills:
Communication and relationship skills
- effective communication skills
- ability to explain technical issues and calculations in plain English
- good interpersonal skills and a team player
- flexible when meeting demand
- takes responsibility to meet deadlines and for the quality of outputs
Communication skills
- an excellent level of both written and verbal communication skills, and ability to present information appropriately to a wide variety of clients in a clear, concise and non-technical manner. Written communications will need to be well prepared and logically structured.
Planning and organisational skills
- plans and organises their own work, liaising with their manager as to how the work fits in with the project
Time management
- prioritises tasks and keeps to deadlines. Has a flexible and self-motivated approach to work, being able to work unsupervised if required.
Problem solving skills
- can define and solve problems in a logical manner, being aware of the variety of solutions possible
- shows evidence of being able to balance theory with reality to produce a pragmatic solution
Technical skills
- IT skills in Microsoft Office 365 and an aptitude and willingness to learn new software packages
- desirable competence and experience in Excel, Word and PowerPoint
- good numerical and statistical analysis skills and being able to make sense of and interpret qualitative and quantitative data
Team working
- can work with a diverse group of colleagues and clients at all levels. Being an active team player and show willingness to help other people.
Personal responsibility
- have a proactive approach, being able to critically appraise their actions and accept responsibility given to them
Respect for diversity
- demonstrates a respect for diversity through all aspects of work
- shows consideration and respect for the opinions and feelings of others, regardless of their status or background