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Staff are also eligible to join the <a href=\"https://www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government/about-the-scheme/scheme-benefits\">Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)</a>, where the Council contributes circa 20% of pensionable salary.</p>\n<p>To support employees’ professional development the Council provides reimbursement for professional subscriptions and a number of training opportunities, including extensive in-house learning resources, short courses, Apprenticeships, and qualifications such as Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM), Master of Business Administration (MBA).</p>\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers\">Jobs and careers page</a> to find out more about <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/working-for-horsham-district-council\">Working for Horsham District Council</a> and <a href=\"https://www.horsham.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/our-employment-commitments\">Our employment commitments</a>.</p>\n<p><strong>To apply:</strong></p>\n<p>If you would like to apply for the role, we highly recommend you show clearly within the ‘Experience Section’ of the application form how you meet the essential criteria detailed within the Role Profile when applying. 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Estate Inspector

Guildford Borough Council

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£31,724 - £35,593

Millmead House Offices, Millmead, Guildford GU2 4BB (On-Site)

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