Strategic Business Rates Lead | MRICS

FI Property Group; Chorley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare post-probation

Pension - 3% employer / 5% employee

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday off post-probation

Referral bonus £1,000 after probation

Free parking

Free flu jabs

Job summary

FI Property Group is seeking a motivated Business Rates Surveyor to lead the business rates strategy across a substantial commercial property portfolio. The role focuses on advising on liabilities, appeals, and cost-saving opportunities, with a clear path to senior advisory leadership.

The role is full-time and based in the office/on-site, with flexibility to travel to various sites across the portfolio. You will work closely with Property Management, valuation, and legal teams to deliver a

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification or equivalent professional accreditation.
• 3–10 years' experience in business rates advisory or commercial property valuation.
• Strong knowledge of current and upcoming Revaluation lists and transitional relief mechanics.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic business rates advice to cross-functional teams with focus on cost reductions.
• Lead rate appeals and coordinate with VOA and local authorities.
• Conduct property valuations for business rates purposes and assess revaluations impact.
• Ensure compliance with Local Government Finance Act and VOA regulations.
• Engage with councils and other bodies to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Valuation knowledge

Strategic thinking

Education

MRICS qualification

Tools

Valuation software

Property management tools

Job description

FI Property Group is seeking a motivated Business Rates Surveyor to lead the business rates strategy across a substantial commercial property portfolio. The role focuses on advising on liabilities, appeals, and cost-saving opportunities, with a clear path to senior advisory leadership.

The role is full-time and based in the office/on-site, with flexibility to travel to various sites across the portfolio. You will work closely with Property Management, valuation, and legal teams to deliver a