Business Rates Consultant

Cushman Wakefield Multifamily; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy agency is seeking a Business Rates Consultant in the United Kingdom. You will manage client portfolios to ensure minimal rates liability, verify bills from authorities, and produce financial reports for savings opportunities. The ideal candidate has excellent interpersonal skills, technical expertise in rate liabilities, and proficiency with rating software. Join our team and contribute to outstanding service delivery for our clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in budget planning and cost management.
• Ability to build relationships and resolve disputes with billing authorities.
• Capability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple client portfolios for lowest rates liability.
• Verify rates bills from authorities across the UK.
• Produce reports to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Technical expertise in calculating rate liabilities

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong financial acumen

Familiarity with rating software

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Education

IRRV qualification or membership

Tools

Calcurate

Riverlake

Job description

Job Title

Business Rates Consultant

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Business Rates Consultant

Location - Leeds or Manchester

Are you ready to make an impact in a dynamic Rating finance environment? Weâ™re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join our Business Rates Finance team, supporting the operational management of multiple client portfolios and delivering exceptional service under the guidance of our senior leadership team.

What You'll Do

In this role, youâ™ll take ownership of a diverse range of responsibilities, including:

• Managing multiple client portfolios to ensure they achieve the lowest possible rates liability.
• Verifying rates bills issued by billing authorities across England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland.
• Maintaining accurate property databases and managing client rates liabilities.
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and billing authorities, resolving issues related to occupation changes, rating list amendments, exemptions, and reliefs.
• Responding to client queries and ensuring portfolio changes are actioned promptly.
• Overseeing payment cycles, reconciling accounts, and managing credits/refunds.
• Producing reports, forecasts, and analysis to identify cost‑saving opportunities.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, including attending meetings when required.
• Ensuring compliance with financial controls, statutory requirements, and KPIs.
• Assisting with historical rates audits.

What Weâ™re Looking For

Weâ™re seeking someone with:

• Technical expertise in calculating rate liabilities, applying reliefs and exemptions, processing refunds, and negotiating payment arrangements.
• Working knowledge of valuation methods and case law, with the ability to explain these clearly to clients and stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships and resolve disputes with billing authorities.
• Strong financial acumen and numeracy skills; experience in budget planning, cost management, and reporting is desirable.
• Familiarity with rating software (e.g., Calcurate, Riverlake) is a significant advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to use intermediate formulas for data manipulation.
• IRRV qualification or membership (desirable but not essential).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, process‑driven environment.
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and service excellence.

Ready to join a team where your expertise makes a real difference? Apply today and help us deliver outstanding results for our clients.

INCO: âœCushman & Wakefieldâ