Associate Director (Business Rates)

REM Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Benefits package

Bonus

Job summary

REM Recruitment Limited is seeking an Associate Director (Business Rates) for a hybrid role in Central London. You will handle rating assessments, prepare valuation reports, negotiate appeals, and advise clients on business rates liabilities and mitigation.

You'll liaise with valuation officers, build relationships with current and future clients, and mentor junior surveyors. A professional RICS membership is preferred; IRRV and Rating Surveyors' Association memberships are desirable.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in property valuation, rating assessments, and appeals.
• Proficient in rating valuation software and standard office applications.
• Strong analytical and research skills for evaluating business rates and relevant data.
• Accurate written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
• Experience in managing others and mentoring junior surveyors / graduates.
• Professional member of the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors).
• IRRV qualified and a member of the Rating Surveyors' Association (desirable).
• Track record in pursuing / securing new business, and strong relationships with current and potential clients.
• Driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Involved in rating assessments, preparing valuation reports, negotiating appeals, and advising clients on business rates liabilities and mitigation.
• Liaising with valuation officers and building relationships with clients and potential clients.
• Mentoring junior surveyors / graduates and managing others.

Skills

Property valuation

Rating appeals

Valuation software

Analytical skills

Communication skills

People management

RICS member

IRRV qualified

New business

Driving licence

Education

RICS member

IRRV member

Rating Surveyors' Association member

Tools

Valuation software

Job description

Role - Associate Director (Business Rates)

Location: Central London (hybrid)

Remuneration - £75,000 - £100,000 (subject to experience) plus car allowance, benefits package and bonus.

Company description:

The firm specialises in providing expert advice across a wide range of commercial property-related matters, serving clients with a commitment to professionalism and personalized solutions. With decades of experience, the firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services and innovative practices. The firm is dedicated to supporting businesses and individuals with tailored property consultancy services across various sectors.

This is a full-time hybrid role, with flexibility to work-from-home and the office. As an Associate Director in Business Rates, you will be involved in rating assessments, preparing valuation reports, negotiating appeals, and advising clients on business rates liabilities and mitigation. Additional responsibilities will include liaising with valuation officers, and building working relationships with current and future clients.

Required experience & qualifications:

• Proficiency in property valuation, rating assessments, and appeals
• Proficient in the use of property / rating valuation software and standard office applications
• Strong analytical and research skills for evaluating business rates and relevant data
• Accurate written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail
• Experience in managing others and mentoring junior surveyors / graduates
• Professional member of the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors)
• IRRV qualified and a member of the Rating Surveyors' Association (desirable)
• Track record in pursuing / securing new business, and strong relationships with current and potential clients
• Driving licence

Further information available on request.