Associate / Director - Rating Surveyor
Cardiff
Beach Baker is delighted to be working with a leading property consultancy exclusively on a new and exciting opportunity within the Business Rates team based in Cardiff at ideally Senior Surveyor, or Associate, Director Level.
About the firm
The firm have a long history and reputation within property and business rates advice. Their approach is progressive and trusted, working with clients regionally and nationally, adding value at every stage of the property life cycle.
The Team
Working within a wider multi-disciplinary and professional surveying team you will have the opportunity to collaboration with a diverse network of industry professionals and experts within their field.
This is a great time to be joining a company where there is a real focus on people, development and being the very best.
My client recognise that people are the most valuable resource. Without them, they couldn't deliver the exceptional levels of service and expertise.
With this in mind, they make sure they recruit, develop and retain the very best talent in the industry, and then work with them to make sure they achieve their full potential.
The team of experienced professionals, network of offices and strategic alliances enables the team to provide strategic insights and add real value.
Purpose of the role
Forming a key part of the Business Rates department and larger professional services team based in Cardiff you will be predominately focused on providing expert Rating advice, which help clients save substantial sums each year on their occupied portfolios and a further sums on empty property rates.
The key element of this role is to work with existing clients advising on office, retail and industrial properties. Other more niche asset classes such as leisure, health and fitness, equine, education and telecommunications sectors will also be part of the remit.
This role will involve
Undertaking the check, challenge and appeal process with national bodies
Presenting cases at Valuation and Upper Chambers
Full rates payment and liability management service
Advising on rating for empty buildings using a variety of mitigation solutions
Acting as expert witnesses
Skills and Qualifications
Ideally MRICS qualification with experience of working within a Rating team either for a private practice or for the Valuation Office Agency.
IT literate in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
Strong organisation, prioritisation, time management and attention to detail skills.
Good communication and inter-personal skills.
Self-starter with the ability to work on own initiative, adaptable and proactive.
Good team player with a flexible approach.
The package and benefits
Competitive salary depending on experience, car allowance, 25 days annual leave, pension, private medical cover, life assurance, discretionary bonus and free parking.
How to apply
For further information, and a copy of the candidate information pack, please contact Rupert Stuart-Baker at rupert@beachbaker.co.uk / 07557 978 873.
Don't worry if you don't have an up-to-date CV ready, give me a call to talk through the opportunity. If this role isn't right, we may have other opportunities some of which are off market and we cannot always advertise so worth getting in touch