At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert rating advice and manage appeals for a diverse client portfolio.
- Company: Leading consultancy in the property and valuation sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, private healthcare, and professional development support.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities to mentor junior colleagues and grow your career.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in the world of property consultancy.
- Qualifications: MRICS qualified or working towards it, with experience in Business Rates and commercial property.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Surveyor ready to take the next step in consulting? We’re looking for a commercially minded Senior Surveyor to join our Business Rates team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to combine your property expertise with the fast-paced world of rating consultancy — helping clients navigate complex assessments, reduce liabilities and unlock value across their real estate portfolios.
Why This Role?
Business Rates is a specialist area at the heart of property, valuation and advisory services — making it a compelling career path for Surveyors who enjoy technical analysis, client interaction and delivering tangible financial outcomes. You’ll bring a strong understanding of commercial property and valuation principles, alongside the confidence to advise clients in a highly consultative environment. That combination is exactly what sets great rating professionals apart.
The Role
As a Senior Surveyor in our Business Rates team, you’ll work with a wide-ranging portfolio of clients to provide expert rating advice, manage appeals and help businesses minimise their Business Rates exposure. Day to day you’ll be:
- Reviewing rating assessments and property data to identify opportunities for savings and challenge
- Managing Business Rates appeals and negotiations with the Valuation Office Agency and other relevant bodies
- Advising clients on rating liabilities, reliefs and mitigation opportunities across their property portfolios
- Building strong relationships with clients and becoming a trusted advisor on rating matters
- Supporting and mentoring junior team members, sharing technical knowledge and best practice
- Staying current with legislation, case law and market developments affecting Business Rates
- Contributing to high-quality client reports, presentations and recommendations with the professionalism expected in a leading consultancy
What We’re Looking For
- MRICS qualified, or working towards qualification, with experience in Business Rates, valuation or broader commercial property
- A strong understanding of rating principles and the UK commercial property market
- Experience managing appeals, negotiations and client relationships
- Commercially aware, client-focused and confident in an advisory role
- Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
- A clear communicator who can translate technical matters into practical commercial advice
- Ability to manage a busy and varied workload while maintaining high standards of delivery
- A collaborative approach and interest in supporting the development of junior colleagues
If you’re technically strong, commercially driven and ready to grow your career in a high-performing consultancy environment, we’d love to hear from you.
The Package
- Competitive salary + performance-related bonus & commission
- Full support and study leave for professional development
- Private Healthcare
- Dental Insurance
- 5% Company Pension (matched contribution)
- Employee Wellbeing Programme supporting physical and mental health
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Reward Gateway — savings on gym memberships, holidays and more
- Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
Senior Surveyor employer: Leyton
Join a leading consultancy in London as a Senior Surveyor, where you will thrive in a dynamic work culture that values professional growth and collaboration. With competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including private healthcare and a robust employee wellbeing programme, we are committed to supporting your career development while you make a tangible impact on clients' property portfolios. Our focus on mentorship and continuous learning ensures that you will not only excel in your role but also contribute to the success of junior colleagues in a rewarding environment.
