Rating Surveyor - Business Rates Specialist | Bristol

Beach Baker Property Recruitment; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial property consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Rating Surveyor to manage client portfolios and advise on business rates mitigation strategies. The successful candidate will be MRICS qualified or working towards it and possess a strong understanding of rating legislation. This position offers competitive salary, bonus potential, and hybrid working options, with a focus on career progression in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Competitive Salary + Bonus

Hybrid Working

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Season ticket loan

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Employee wellbeing support

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified or actively working towards qualification.
• Experience in business rates valuation (private sector or VOA backgrounds welcome).
• Strong understanding of rating legislation and the Check, Challenge, Appeal process.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Commercially aware, proactive, and a strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own client portfolio.
• Advise clients on business rates mitigation strategies.
• Inspect and valuate commercial properties.
• Negotiate with the Valuation Office Agency.
• Attend client meetings and support business development initiatives.

Skills

MRICS qualified or pursuing qualification

Experience in business rates valuation

Strong understanding of rating legislation

Excellent communication skills

Commercial awareness

Team player

Job description

Overview

Beach Baker is proud to be exclusively partnering with a highly regarded and forward-thinking commercial property consultancy to recruit a Rating Surveyor for their expanding Business Rates team in Bristol.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK's largest and most respected rating teams, known for delivering smart, client-focused solutions across a wide range of sectors.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Industry Recognition - Work alongside a nationally acclaimed team on high-impact rating projects.
• Career Progression - Clear pathways for advancement and ongoing professional development.
• Diverse Workload - Engage with a wide variety of clients and complex rating strategies.
• Supportive Culture - Join a collaborative, motivated, and expert team.
• Hybrid Working - Enjoy flexibility and a healthy work-life balance.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll manage your own client portfolio while collaborating with senior colleagues on a range of business rates matters, including:

• Advising clients on business rates mitigation strategies
• Inspecting and valuing commercial properties for rating purposes
• Negotiating with the Valuation Office Agency and Billing Authorities
• Attending client meetings and supporting business development initiatives

What We're Looking For

• MRICS qualified or actively working towards qualification
• Experience in business rates valuation (private sector or VOA backgrounds welcome)
• Strong understanding of rating legislation and the Check, Challenge, Appeal process
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Commercially aware, proactive, and a strong team player

What\'s in It for You?

• Competitive Salary + Bonus - Strong earning potential
• Hybrid Working - Flexibility to support your lifestyle
• Comprehensive Benefits, including:
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension
• Life assurance
• Season ticket loan
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Employee wellbeing support

Ready to Take the Next Step?

For a confidential conversation, contact:

Rupert Stuart-Baker

07557 978 873

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