Associate Director / Director

RSK Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in West Midlands is seeking an Associate Director / Director to drive business development and manage project delivery. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in property or surveying, alongside a strong understanding of the UK property development and planning systems. This role offers a competitive salary range of £65,000-£110,000 depending on experience, as well as opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of property/surveying experience in a similar role.
• Experience with property development, UK planning, and legal systems.
• Ability to direct site research and manage project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead major projects and liaise with clients and design teams.
• Deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Provide high-quality advice based on client needs.

Skills

Understanding of property development process

Understanding of UK planning system

Understanding of the UK legal system

Expert understanding of daylight / sunlight guidance

Expert understanding of rights of light law

Education

Degree in Building / Property / Legal or related subject

Job description

Associate Director / Director

As a leading daylight, sunlight and rights of light consultancy eb7 are seeking talented and dynamic senior leaders to join their growing team and continue to drive their growth within the industry.

Working on many complex projects in the Midlandsand throughout the UK are committed to the highest standards in all our partnerships on both an external and internal basis. They offer a diverse and vibrant company culture with the wellbeing of our colleagues as a priority

The Role

As part of the RSK Group, eb7 are embarking are embarking on a significant period of growth. As our new Associate Director / Director, you will have an excellent understanding of all eb7 group service lines and be able to identify and execute cross-selling, networking and business development opportunities across the group.

You will both define and lead business development activities to win new business and clients as well as increasing market awareness and share for the eb7 brand.

Main Responsibilities

• Main client contacts and project lead on major projects.
• Manage delivery of projects through liaison with clients, design team, external consultants and in-house resources.
• Allocate appropriate resource to deliver projects in time and within budget.
• Deliver on client expectations through highest quality delivery and commercial management.
• Provide highest quality oral and written advice based on client’s scope / commercial requirements as well as an informed understanding of client needs.
• Ability to undertake or direct site research, photos, VOA, land registry – make informed decisions regarding level of due diligence required based on the developing risk-profile of each project.
• Review legal documents / deeds etc giving appropriately caveated opinions and deferring to legal advisors where appropriate
• Delegate tasks internally and liaise with colleagues to ensure appropriate resource allocation and delivery in-line with both programme and cost targets.
• Advising on appropriate mitigation strategy considering holistic ‘risk-profile’ from both a planning and RoL perspective (e.g. age of neighbours, use, presence of deeds, planning risks, views of neighbours and stakeholders).

You will also demonstrate exemplary client care through appropriate communication and delivery in-line with client expectations, as well as hold line management, leadership responsibilities and accountability within team, service line and wider company.

Experience & Key Skills

Ideally you will have at least 5 years of property / surveying experience within a similar role along with :

• Excellent understanding of property development process and market.
• Excellent understanding of UK planning system.
• Excellent understanding of the UK legal system.
• Expert understanding of daylight / sunlight guidance, policy and best practice.
• Expert understanding of rights of light law, developing precedent and best practice.

A degree in Building / Property / Legal or related subject or studying towards property – related conversion / specialist courses and CPD / market experience would be desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Self-motivated and ambitious.
• Can work efficiently both independently and able to work as part of a team.
• Keen eye for detail.
• Problem solving and lateral thinking.

You will also have a good understanding of UK corporate governance, accounting, HR and regulatory framework

What will we offer you?

For Associate Director Applicants - £65,000-£85,000 (Depending on Experience)

For Director Applicants - £85,000-£110,000 (Depending on Experience)

eb7 is a successful hardworking place to be. Our standards are high, we celebrate success, and reward commitment. A meritocratic approach to progression to the highest levels of the business supported by continuous learning & development.

There will also be regular appraisals focusing on performance and development.

Apply today or for any further information or queries please do not hesitate to get in touch.

RSK Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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