Surveyor - Rating

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

8/7/2025

Job Title

Surveyor - Rating

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, RatesData, 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”