Trainee Associate Surveyor 2027 - Oxford

LSL Property Services plc; Oxford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

e.surv Chartered Surveyors in Oxford is offering a Trainee Associate Surveyor Programme that provides a structured route into residential surveying, with coaching and mentoring from experienced surveyors.

You'll learn to inspect properties, understand building defects and risk assessment, support mortgage valuation, and work toward AssocRICS accreditation while building relationships with clients and colleagues in a national business.

Qualifications

• Interest in property, surveying, and the built environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Professionalism, integrity, and sound judgement.
• Ability to manage priorities and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Learn how to inspect and assess residential properties.
• Develop knowledge of construction methods, building defects, and risk assessment.
• Support mortgage valuation and residential surveying activities.
• Build relationships with customers, lenders, and colleagues.
• Receive coaching and mentoring from experienced surveyors.
• Work towards professional accreditation and career progression.

Skills

Interest in property/ surveying

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Professionalism

Prioritisation/ independence

Education

Relevant degree qualification

Job description

Trainee Associate Surveyor

Build Your Surveying Career with One of the UK's Leading Residential Surveying Businesses

UK-Oxford

Location - Oxford

At e.surv Chartered Surveyors, we've helped hundreds of people build successful careers in residential surveying. Whether you're already working within the property industry, studying through SAVA, or looking to progress towards AssocRICS accreditation, our Trainee Associate Surveyor Programme offers a structured route into one of the UK's most respected professions.

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to build a long-term career with a business committed to developing the surveyors of tomorrow.

What You'll Do

• Learn how to inspect and assess residential properties.
• Develop knowledge of construction methods, building defects, and risk assessment.
• Support mortgage valuation and residential surveying activities.
• Build relationships with customers, lenders, and colleagues.
• Receive coaching and mentoring from experienced surveyors.
• Work towards professional accreditation and career progression.

What We're Looking For

• A genuine interest in property, surveying, and the built environment.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• A willingness to learn and develop.
• Professionalism, integrity, and sound judgement.
• The ability to manage priorities and work independently.

Eligibility

To join our trainee pathway, you'll typically need to be eligible to progress towards AssocRICS accreditation through either

• A relevant degree qualification, or
• Minimum 4 years of property industry experience.

Why Join e.surv?

• A structured route towards AssocRICS accreditation.
• Formal training and development.
• Support from experienced surveyors and operational leaders.
• Regular feedback and progression reviews.
• Clear career pathways beyond qualification.
• Long-term opportunities within a national business.

Many of our qualified surveyors, technical specialists, and operational leaders began their careers through our trainee programmes.

Recruitment Process

• Online Application - Submit your CV and application.
• Telephone Screening - A short discussion to confirm eligibility and discuss your interest in the programme.
• Online Assessments - Cognitive and behavioural assessments designed to understand your problem-solving abilities and working style.
• Building Pathology Assessment - A multiple-choice assessment covering construction terminology, building regulations, and residential property types.
• Final Interview - A competency-based interview with a hiring manager.

We aim to keep candidates updated throughout the process and typically provide feedback on next steps within 7-10 working days following assessment completion.

Why e.surv?

As one of the UK's largest residential surveying businesses, we combine national reach with local expertise. We invest in our people, technology, and professional development, creating an environment where talented individuals can build rewarding long-term careers.

Ready to Start Your Surveying Journey?

If you're passionate about property, eager to learn, and looking to build a long-term career in residential surveying, we'd love to hear from you.