Job Title

• Senior Surveyor
• Business Rates

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Rating

• Surveyor/Senior Surveyor

Birmingham

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Rating Surveyor (other levels considered) to join our highly regarded National Rating team, based in our Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified surveyor with experience in business rates to take the next step in their career within a collaborative, market-leading environment. You'll be part of a supportive and ambitious team, advising major clients on complex rating matters across a diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to minimise clients’ business rates liabilities

• Manage empty property rates and apply for relevant reliefs

• Inspect and accurately measure properties for valuation purposes

• Analyse evidence and assessments to determine appeal potential

• Prepare and submit high-quality submissions as part of the Check, Challenge, Appeal (CCA) process

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service delivery

• Contribute to team financial targets and explore new business opportunities

• Mentor and support junior colleagues as required

Skills & Experience:

• Qualified Chartered Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent), ideally with experience in rating

• Proven track record of delivering rating advice and managing client portfolios

• Familiarity with rating software such as Riverlake, Analyse, Rates Data, and Calcurate

• Strong communication, negotiation, and report-writing skills

• Commercially minded with an entrepreneurial approach to business development

• Up-to-date knowledge of rating legislation, procedures, and appeals processes

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”