Senior Commercial Agency Surveyor

James & Partners; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary firm in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Commercial Agency Surveyor to lead agency instructions and manage client relationships. You will have at least 5 years of experience and an MRICS qualification, working in a dynamic environment where you can influence growth. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities to mentor junior team members, focusing on delivering high-quality service within the local commercial property market.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonuses

25 days’ holiday

Private medical cover

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial agency, ideally in Cambridge market.
• Strong client-facing and business development capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage commercial agency instructions including sales, lettings, and acquisitions.
• Build and develop a client network of landlords, developers, investors, and occupiers.
• Conduct market appraisals and prepare marketing strategies.

Skills

Client-facing capabilities

Business development

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

MRICS qualification

5 years of experience in commercial agency

Job description

Commercial Agency Surveyor - Cambridge (Senior Role)

Are you an experienced commercial surveyor with a passion for the Cambridge property market? My client is delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Agency Surveyor to join their busy and growing team in Cambridge city centre. This is a newly created senior-level position, reflecting their strong track record and ambitions to deepen their agency offering across Cambridge and the surrounding region.

Who you'll be working with

My client is part of a well-established multi-disciplinary firm that offers agency, professional and consultancy services across commercial, residential, rural and agricultural property – with a network of offices across the UK and internationally. Their reputation rests on combining technical expertise with deep local market knowledge and delivering tailored, high-quality service to landlords, investors, developers and occupiers.

What the role involves

• Leading and managing commercial agency instructions – covering sales, lettings and acquisitions.
• Building and developing your own client network of landlords, developers, investors and occupiers.
• Conducting market appraisals, preparing marketing strategies, negotiating terms, and guiding clients through disposals and acquisitions.
• Providing strategic, market-savvy advice to clients on commercial property opportunities.
• Identifying and driving growth opportunities to expand the agency offering.
• Mentoring junior team members and contributing to the professional development of the wider team.
• Keeping abreast of local market trends, investment activity and legislative/market changes.

What we're looking for

• MRICS-qualified – or suitably experienced with transferrable skills; we value potential as much as pedigree.
• Minimum ~5 years’ experience in commercial agency, ideally with familiarity with the Cambridge market.
• Strong client-facing and business development capabilities, excellent verbal and written communication, and proven negotiation and analytical skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, able to build and manage relationships with a broad and diverse client base.
• Solid understanding of local and regional commercial property markets.

What's in it for you

• Competitive salary and performance‑related bonuses.
• 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28 days after 3 years), with a Holiday Buy Back Scheme.
• Private medical cover and travel insurance (post‑probation).
• Life assurance (4× salary), salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Enhanced family leave, long‑service awards, and one volunteering day per year.
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid working) and potential for part‑time hours (minimum 30 hours/week) for the right candidate.
• A supportive, collaborative environment where you can significantly influence the growth and direction of the agency team.

Why this role matters

This is a chance to play a leading role within a respected and growing multi-disciplinary firm – to shape the commercial agency presence in Cambridge, build your own client base, and lead a dynamic, high‑performing team. If you have a strong track record, local insight, and ambition, this role offers genuine seniority, autonomy and long‑term potential.