Client Services Director

Placenortheast; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-respected consultancy as an associate or director of business rates in Newcastle. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a national service line expansion, focusing on providing top-notch rating advice to clients. You will be instrumental in building client relationships and driving business development while working in a collaborative team environment. The company values professional growth, offering a competitive remuneration package and a range of benefits, including a generous car allowance and private medical cover. If you're a driven professional looking to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Generous Car Allowance

Life Assurance

Generous Holidays

Pension

Staff Profit Share

Private Medical Cover

Qualifications

• Qualified MRICS/FRICS with 4+ years of experience in Rating.
• Strong business development and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide rating advice to clients and manage appeals.
• Build and maintain client relationships in the North East.

Skills

Business Development

Client Management

Proactive Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Professional Communication

Education

MRICS

IRRV

RSA

4+ years in Rating

Tools

Rating Surveyor Software

Job description

VACANCY REF: AK18992

The Role

An associate or director of business rates is required for the Newcastle office of a well-respected national consultancy.

The Business Rates team provides a comprehensive service including but not limited to Appeals, Rate Payment, Empty Rates Mitigation, and Rate Audit for their national team across the UK.

Due to continued success, the National Team is looking to expand the national service line across the Newcastle & North East region by appointing a highly experienced, MRICS/FRICS qualified, and credible rating professional.

Main responsibilities will include:

1. Focusing on both occupier & landlord instructions through appeals and empty rates mitigation.
2. Building on the existing client base in the North East and meeting personal targets.
3. Being proactive, enthusiastic, and driven in providing the best rating advice to clients.
4. Being a team player to ensure the Business Rates department meets its stated objectives.
5. Helping to draft marketing material such as case studies and brochures for pitches.
6. Maintaining a high professional profile and being continually alert to business opportunities.

Personal skills profile:

1. Experience & ability to make and maintain contacts for business development.
2. Promoting the professional image of the organisation effectively.
3. Formulating and implementing business strategies with the Regional and Office Head.
4. Motivating, directing, and delegating when appropriate.
5. Fully utilising the software packages used by Rating Surveyors.
6. Competency in the skills required as a professional Rating Surveyor and performing this function to a high standard.

Qualifications/education required:

1. MRICS, IRRV, or RSA qualified.
2. 4 years or more experience in Rating.
3. Driving Licence.

Remuneration includes:

• Competitive Remuneration – on Application
• Generous Car Allowance
• Life Assurance
• Generous Holidays
• Pension
• Staff Profit Share
• Private Medical Cover
• etc.

My client offers real scope for career development for a dedicated, professional, and enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic who wants to join one of the market leaders. If you wish to apply for this position, please contact or email your CV to [e-mail] or call Andrew Kingsley in confidence on 07879 413 765 for further information.