Associate / Associate Partner

• Develop and undertake new business/relationship opportunities and drive forward initiatives in the local area with a particular focus on Claimants/landowners
• Management of surveyors working across the team
• Negotiation of compensation claims.
• Implementing new policies and procedures to increase productivity and efficiency
• Leading on opportunities through to acquisition, including detailed due diligence, the negotiation of transfer agreements, and project management of capital works where necessary
• Negotiation of disturbance claims following works.
• Implementation of policy as required and ensuring legal compliance on all work carried out.
• Provide specialist advice in respect of statutory and sectorial process changes
• Assist in the management and guidance of all activities undertaken in the area.
• Valuation of rural land and property.
• Undertake option and lease negotiations, valuations and general professional negotiations
• The negotiation and management of lease events and asset acquisition and disposals.
• An active role in the continuous development of efficient, ‘best practice’ internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.
• Identification and optimisation of opportunities and the mitigation of risks and liabilities.
• Site brokerage and at all times ensuring that high quality standards of service level and professional behaviour are adhered to
• Mentoring and coaching junior members of the team through their professional development

We have an excellent opportunity for a qualified Surveyor at Associate / Associate Partner level based in our Birmingham office. You will provide property services including temporary access, acquisition, CPO, compensation, and valuation advice to Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects including Rail, Road, Energy and Transport. To assist in leading, developing and delivering 'best in class’s strategic and tactical advice to clients in the infrastructure sector.

The role demands a significant amount of engagement with clients as well as landowners and agents therefore strong communication skills are essential, and the candidate should be friendly, empathetic, diplomatic and approachable. The day-to-day requirement of the role can change quickly therefore the successful candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is essential. As there is a certain amount of travel involved in the role, a full driving licence is essential.

Ideally you are ambitious and keen to develop your career in line with the business and actively seek out continuous self-development, broadening your knowledge and experience. The ability to drive business initiatives forward and establish new whilst maintaining existing relationships is key. As is being a team player with strong interpersonal skills, a good sense of humour and the ability to communicate effectively with both colleagues and clients at all levels.

You will be a MRICS Surveyor and Registered Valuer ideally with experience gained within the Rural sector alongside a business development-orientated attitude with a focus on delivering excellent customer service. Compulsory Purchase experience desirable although this is not essential as we have excellent training available through our Infrastructures Academy. Rural surveying experience could be beneficial as aspects of our work cover rural portfolios, including commercial and residential assets. You must also be able to demonstrate you have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Consents for access across third party land for works.
• Effective team working in light and heavy matrix scenarios moving between the client and Carter Jonas’s offices and teams.

We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on! In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements and can be discussed at the application stage.