Rating Technician

Cushman & Wakefield; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Rating Technician to join their Commercial Real Estate team. The role supports rating and valuation processes through data research, analysis, and document preparation, perfect for recent graduates with strong analytical skills and attention to detail. The position offers an opportunity to work with office assets and collaborate with senior professionals while gaining valuable experience in the commercial real estate sector.

Qualifications

• Recent graduates or candidates with some business rate experience encouraged to apply.
• Internship or coursework related to commercial real estate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property and market research using platforms like CoStar.
• Assist in applying internal rating models and valuation frameworks.
• Maintain organised digital records of data and produce client-ready reports.

Skills

Research

Data Analysis

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Geography, or a related field

Tools

CoStar

Job description

Job Title

Rating Technician

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Rating Technician to join our Commercial Real Estate team. This position is ideal for a recent graduate, early-career professional with strong research, data analysis, and organisational skills. It is also open to a candidate with rating experience who is seeking to progress their career in business rates. You will support the rating and valuation processes for a range of commercial properties, with a focus on office assets, by gathering market data, analysing comparables, and assisting in the preparation of reports and documentation.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Data Research & Market Analysis
  • Conduct property and market research using platforms such as CoStar and office agency websites.
  • Identify and analyse comparable properties and transaction data to support valuation and rating decisions, including property asset inspections as required.
  • Track market trends, rental levels, relevant to commercial assets.
• Rating & Valuation Support
  • Assist in applying internal rating models and valuation frameworks to commercial real estate assets.
  • Collate key documents including lease abstracts, floor plans, rent rolls, and financial statements.
  • Support the production of client-ready reports and internal summaries.
• Documentation & Data Management
  • Maintain organised digital records of data sources, comparables, and valuation support material.
  • Input and update property and financial data into internal systems and Excel models.
• Presentation Support
  • Assist in creating PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholders and client meetings.
  • Help ensure data and visuals are accurate, professional, and aligned with brand standards.

Ideal Candidate

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has excellent research skills and can quickly source and verify property and market data
• Is confident using CoStar and navigating commercial real estate websites (preferred not mandatory)
• Understands the basics of valuation and property analysis, particularly for office assets
• Is comfortable analysing comparables and extracting insights from property data
• Can efficiently collate and organize documents to support senior team members
• Is proficient in Microsoft Excel (formulas, tables) and PowerPoint (presentations and formatting)
• Has strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Geography, or a related field (recent graduates and / or candidates with some business rate experience encouraged to apply)
• Internship or coursework related to commercial real estate, property research, or finance is a plus

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”