Assistant Surveyor - Portfolio Management

Job Title

Assistant Surveyor - Portfolio Management

Job Description Summary

We have a great opportunity for an Assistant Surveyor to join our Portfolio Management team in Birmingham. This role will support our team within IPM, assisting in the management of a large, diverse geographical portfolio for one of our large clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Portfolio Management Team with the delivery of day-to-day property management matters
• Prepare applications for consent on behalf of occupier clients with limited supervision
• Support the client in delivering managed exits, liaising with third parties (FM & Solicitors) with limited supervision
• Liaise with C&W's internal Accounts Team on the payment of rents and service charges
• Liaise with the Property Administration Team regarding database changes and invoice authorisation
• Liaise with landlords and third parties on minor issues and escalating to senior colleagues as appropriate
• Provide regular communication to clients on the progress of key tasks
• Provide reasoned advice and support to clients on property management matters
• Support the Estates Lead with contractual reporting, working with service lines to ensure regular updates are provided
• Where required, undertake basic transactional level activities such as licence renewals, car parking acquisitions, or internal departmental transfer agreements
• Record minutes & actions during monthly face to face client meetings
• Provide support to the Estates Helpdesk in terms of lease interpretation and liaising with FM suppliers

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSE passes (Grade A C), including Maths and English
• Minimum 1 year of commercial property experience desired

Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum 1 year of commercial property experience desired
• Experience in property management and knowledge of lease terms
• Good computer literacy including Excel, Word and Outlook, and ability to pick up new software quickly
• Strong customer service skills and ability to interact with clients and colleagues at all levels
• Good understanding of finance and accounting, specifically property related
• Ability to think on your feet, use initiative and work as part of a team
• High level of organisational skills and ability to prioritise work

Company: Cushman & Wakefield