Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

The Rating team at WSP is a highly skilled and specialised group dedicated to providing exceptional rating services to clients in the commercial real estate sector. With an in-depth understanding of the complex rating landscape, our team combines extensive industry knowledge with strategic insights to deliver accurate and insightful assessments. We pride ourselves on our ability to navigate changing regulations and market conditions, providing clients with the expertise they need to optimise their property portfolios and minimise their tax liabilities.

With a proven track record of excellence and a commitment to delivering results, the Rating team at WSP is the trusted partner that clients turn to for comprehensive and reliable rating services. You will have regular contact with clients to identify appeal opportunities and formulate appeal strategies for the current rating list. You will execute Check Challenge Appeal (CCA) for a variety of property types and keep clients clearly informed of outcomes and available options.

You will develop and maintain client relationships, including attendance at client meetings and calls, and carry out site visits as required as part of providing overall strategic business rates advice. Meeting all KPIs as set out in Client Contracts and Service Level Agreements to agreed deadlines and standards agreed with the Client Director and Line Manager is essential.

Experience
RICS qualification with a good understanding of the complexities of the Business Rates System. Detailed knowledge of the valuation approach for bulk class properties and experience executing Check Challenge Appeal (CCA) professionally. Working knowledge of business rate legislation and case law, with the ability to explain these clearly to clients and junior colleagues. Proven negotiating and reasoning skills when dealing with the Valuation Office Agency, utilising valuation assumptions and case law to support arguments. Experience in client reporting with an emphasis on accuracy, timeliness, and presentation. Sound financial and numeracy skills demonstrating accuracy and financial priority.

About you
Excellent interpersonal skills in dealings with clients and colleagues. Strong communication skills to maintain and develop client relationships. Ability to work to deadlines and meet KPIs. Motivated to contribute to a close-knit team and deliver exceptional service.

Qualifications
RICS qualification is essential. Other relevant professional qualifications or training in business rates or property valuation would be advantageous.