Senior Rating Surveyor

Main Duties

• Manage and deliver a diverse Business Rates caseload , including valuation, appeals, and advisory instructions, with minimal supervision.
• Lead on the preparation and submission of

Check/Challenge/Appeal (CCA) and Proposal/Appeal cases, including complex and high‑value assessments.

• Undertake property inspections, measurement, and analysis across a broad range of commercial property types.
• Analyse and interpret

rental evidence, cost data, comparative evidence, and valuation tone to support robust rating strategies.

• Act as a key point of contact for clients, providing clear, commercially focused advice and regular updates.
• Liaise and negotiate with the

Valuation Office Agency, Assessors, and Local Authority Rates Teams .

• Support senior colleagues on large occupier portfolios and portfolio‑wide reviews , contributing to strategic advice and recommendations.
• Assist in the

mentoring and development of junior surveyors , providing technical guidance and support as required.

• Ensure high standards of file management, compliance, and quality control .
• Contribute to

market research, thought leadership, and internal knowledge‑sharing initiatives .

• Work collaboratively with colleagues across advisory disciplines to deliver integrated client solutions .
• Actively support and promote a

diverse, equitable, and inclusive working environment .

Requirements

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) (18 Months+ PQE experience)

Salary

• £55,000 - £65,000 + package + benefits + £10,000 - £20,000 OTE depending upon performance

Strong knowledge of:

• Rating legislation (Local Government Finance Act, etc.)
• VOA rating lists and methodologies
• Case law

Key skills:

• Negotiation and advocacy
• Analytical valuation skills
• Commercial awareness
• Attention to detail