Property & Asset Management Surveyor or Senior Surveyor

Cobalt Consulting (UK) Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established property consultancy in London is seeking an accomplished Surveyor or Senior Surveyor to manage a diverse portfolio of commercial assets. The role involves delivering comprehensive management services and providing proactive advice to enhance investment returns. Candidates should have a RICS-accredited degree, MRICS qualification, and strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant legislation. Attractive benefits include competitive salary, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive basic salary

Annual discretionary bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Car allowance

Paid professional memberships

Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Retail and online discounts

Qualifications

• Two to three years' PQE preferred.
• Experience handling rent reviews and lease renewals.
• Knowledge of facilities management and service charge management.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of asset and property management.
• Manage landlord and tenant matters including lease renewals.
• Support rent and service charge collection processes.

Skills

Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant legislation

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Reporting skills

Proactive and detail-oriented

Education

RICS-accredited degree

MRICS qualification

Tools

Property management software (e.g., QUBE, TRAMPS)

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Surveyor or Senior Surveyor to join a well-established and highly respected property consultancy in London. Known for delivering excellence in asset and property management, this firm works with a diverse range of commercial and mixed-use portfolios, offering genuine scope for professional development and career progression.

You'll be joining a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values professionalism, innovation, and client service. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing and enhancing a portfolio of commercial assets, contributing to the continued success of both the team and its clients.

The Role

As a Surveyor/Senior Surveyor within the Asset & Property Management division, you'll deliver comprehensive management services across a varied portfolio that includes multi-let industrial estates, office buildings, retail, leisure, and mixed-use properties. The role blends asset management, property management, and facilities management - offering excellent exposure across the full property lifecycle.

You'll work closely with clients to provide proactive advice that drives performance and enhances investment returns, supported by a team of skilled professionals and robust internal systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a high standard of asset and property management, ensuring all client requirements are met efficiently and effectively.
• Manage landlord and tenant matters including lease renewals, rent reviews, assignments, alterations, and sublettings.
• Prepare, monitor, and reconcile annual service charge budgets in collaboration with client accountants.
• Support rent and service charge collection processes, ensuring strong financial control.
• Supervise and mentor junior surveyors, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards across managed portfolios.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, tenants, and suppliers.
• Provide analytical, data-driven insights to optimise property performance.
• Liaise with other internal teams for related services such as dilapidations, valuations, cost consultancy, and lettings.

Requirements

• RICS-accredited degree and MRICS qualification with two to three years\' PQE preferred.
• Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant legislation and experience handling rent reviews and lease renewals.
• Knowledge of facilities management (hard and soft services) and service charge management.
• Familiarity with property management software such as QUBE, TRAMPS, or Planet FM advantageous.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and reporting skills.
• A proactive, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach to work.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive basic salary with annual discretionary bonus.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional day for your birthday.
• Car allowance and paid professional memberships.
• Ongoing CPD and career development opportunities.
• Contributory pension scheme and life assurance (four times basic salary).
• Retail and online discount schemes plus childcare vouchers.