Build the world you want to live in with a career in the infrastructure property sector.
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced MRICS Associate based in Birmingham to work within our Infrastructure team. As an Associate, you will be required to provide a property service with a rural focus including compensation relating to temporary and permanent acquisition, along with the valuation of rural land and property. As part of your role, you will assist in leading, developing, and delivering 'best in class' strategic and tactical advice to our clients in the infrastructure sector.
We offer a highly competitive salary package, which includes a fantastic benefits package with a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances. This includes purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme, and many others. In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements which can be discussed at the application stage.
Main tasks
1. Valuation of rural land and property.
2. Negotiation of compensation claims.
3. Develop and undertake new business/relationship opportunities and drive forward initiatives in the local area with a particular focus on Claimants/landowners.
4. An active role in the continuous development of efficient, ‘best practice’ internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.
5. Implementation of policy as required and ensuring legal compliance on all work carried out.
6. Management of surveyors working across the team.
7. Mentoring and coaching junior members of the team through their professional development.
This job description is not exhaustive, and the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the department.
What does it take to be successful?
You will be a MRICS Surveyor and Registered Valuer with experience gained within the Rural sector and ideally possess a strong understanding of Compulsory Purchase/Compensation knowledge. This role requires you to have a business development-oriented attitude, with a key focus on providing excellent customer service.
Rural surveying experience would also be advantageous as we work across the rural division as well as commercial and residential sectors, probationers of the CAAV beneficial. You must also be able to demonstrate good working knowledge of relevant legislation and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
We are also looking for you to have the ability to drive business initiatives forward in a confident and personable manner whilst maintaining and establishing relationships. No two days are the same, things can change quickly therefore we’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, where flexibility is essential for success.
As there is a certain amount of travel involved in the role, a full driving licence is essential.
In addition, we have a welcoming team with a great working environment providing a solid progression pathway and the opportunity for you to develop your professional skills and career.
If you don’t feel you meet the above criteria but feel you have some of the qualities we are looking for and would like to ask questions about the role, we would welcome the opportunity to meet you and discuss the role further.
Hours
Full time
Contract type
Permanent
Location
Birmingham
Why choose us?
We offer a highly competitive rewards package including group pension, flexible benefits, referral schemes, and generous annual leave.
As an equal opportunity employer, with the Investors in People Gold accreditation, we are dedicated to driving diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Learning and development is important to us; we encourage everyone to continue developing to optimise their performance and fulfil their potential. We have an agile flexible working policy; many of our team work flexibly, we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you. We enjoy what we do, and we do it well, which is why 80% of our business comes from repeat clients.
About us:
Since 1855, Carter Jonas has grown to be one of the largest and most respected property consultancies in the UK with a network of 34 offices across England and Wales, employing more than 1,000 partners and employees.
Our tailored service and Simply Better Advice have enabled us to forge lasting, intelligent and trusting partnerships with our clients. These long-standing relationships are our most important and most closely protected asset. From private landowners to local authorities, pension funds to farmers – our universe of client experience is among the most varied in UK property.
We employ the very best people. We are a place where people want to work, and our culture is both collaborative and business-minded. We have experts in every field who deliver long-term advice that enhances our clients’ future prosperity.
Ahead of the curve, we are pioneering in the use of technology within the property industry, making Carter Jonas a hugely exciting place to work.
Our values:
1. Approachable – We treat every relationship with respect, integrity, and warmth.
2. Effective – We do what we say we will, we do it well and we are accountable.
3. Ambitious – We are ambitious for our clients and for our firm.
We look to recruit individuals who represent our core values, but who can also demonstrate the six Carter Jonas competencies that are the foundation of our career pathways. These competencies will aid their personal development in the business, and comprise of:
1. Communication - Ensures effective, clear, and relevant communications in support of business objectives.
2. People - Demonstrates leadership in conduct and effectively manages and develops people to optimise performance through others.
3. Business Development & Client Care - Ensures effective communication to facilitate excellent client care and collaboration and pursuing opportunities for increased business and profit mindful of the Firm’s heritage and values.
4. Use of Technology - Modern, Agile, Digital Employee.
5. Teamwork - Recognises the importance of working with others, to collaborate and co-operate to achieve business.
6. Personal Effectiveness & Productivity - Engage, promote, and adhere to compliance requirements including all internal processes and procedures which manage risk and enhance productivity.
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