Valuation Associate Surveyor / Senior Surveyor – Business Rates (WSP GL Hearn) in London

The Rating team at WSP GL Hearn is a highly skilled and specialised group dedicated to providing exceptional rating services to clients in the commercial real estate sector. With an in-depth understanding of the complex rating landscape, we combine extensive industry knowledge with strategic insights to deliver accurate and insightful assessments. We navigate changing regulations and market conditions to help clients optimise their property portfolios and minimise tax liabilities, building on a proven track record of excellence and a commitment to delivering results.

Key Responsibilities of the Role

• Day to day running of a range of valuation instructions, for a variety of purposes (Loan Security, Financial Accounting, Taxation, Probate, Strategic Asset Management etc).
• Property inspections and measured surveys.
• Standard property due diligence.
• Valuations and report writing.
• Representing and dealing directly with the firm’s clients (many of whom are Blue Chip).
• Responsible for maintaining/improving client relationships by way of upholding quality standards.
• Maintaining Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
• Keeping abreast of valuation standards and best practices, as well as market movements, to enhance technical and market knowledge of all aspects of valuation.
• Opportunity to develop own business relationships, instructions, and clients both internally and externally.

What We Will Be Looking For

• Full membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors with Post Qualification experience.
• RICS Registered Valuer Status.
• Educated to degree level (or equivalent).
• A working understanding of the RICS Red Book and Code of Measuring Practice.
• A good understanding of both the UK commercial and residential property markets.
• Well-developed report writing skills and an ability to identify key issues impacting value and asset security.
• A working knowledge of Landlord & Tenant Law would be helpful.
• A good working knowledge of valuation software (KEL and Argus Developer), as well as Microsoft Office and Excel.
• A strong team mindset with a willingness to undertake challenging and diverse workload in collaboration with colleagues.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to effectively 'investigate' the market to obtain data and act on it.
• A strong desire to proactively progress your career within a global company.
• Be able to demonstrate effective time management.
• Full UK driving license.

Benefits

• Work-life balance: Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
• Inclusivity & Belonging: We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences, celebrating integrity and treating people with respect.
• Health & Wellbeing: We provide tools to improve health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme, Virtual GP service, and reasonable workplace adjustments.
• Flex your time: WSP offers the ‘WSP My Hour’, allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with flexible working arrangements available.
• Your development: We foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.

Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application.