Job Title Associate Job Description Summary Job Description Associate - Rating London This is an exciting opportunity to become part of Cushman & Wakefield’s expanding national Business Rates team at Associate level. Based in our London office—with flexibility for other locations for the right candidate—you’ll be joining a high-performing group during a dynamic period of growth. As demand for our expert rating services continues to rise, we’re looking for a driven and knowledgeable professional ready to grow with us, contribute to our success, and take their career to the next level in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Key Responsibilities: Devise and implement strategies to reduce clients’ business rates liabilities Manage empty rates liabilities and submit relief applications Inspect and accurately measure properties for rating valuation purposes Review rating assessments having regard to rental and comparable evidence in order to determine whether a Rateable Value is excessive Produce and submit high quality, well-reasoned submissions to the VOA as part of the Check, Challenge, Appeal (CCA) process Effectively manage and build client relationships. Provide excellent client service and keep clients updated on strategies and progress on CCA’s Produce regular progress reports and attend client meetings Manage workload effectively and ensure that CCA deadlines are met Develop new business and build internal relationships to ensure that all opportunities are explored ·Contribute to achieving financial targets Core Skills and Experience: Knowledge of rating industry software such as Riverlake, Analyse, RatesData and Calcurate Qualified Chartered Surveyor with specific experience of dealing with rating valuations (other professional qualifications considered) Experience of presenting cases at Valuation Tribunal and beyond Up to date knowledge of rating legislation and practice Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to build relationships with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders Entrepreneurial approach with the ability to identify new business opportunities and cross-sell additional services to clients Excellent report writing and presentation skills Ability to support and nurture junior members of the team INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield” About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a global leader in real estate services, leveraging our specialized expertise to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional value to owners and occupiers. With 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices across 60 countries, we are one of the largest firms in the industry, with more than 100 years of history. In 2023, we generated $9.5 billion in revenue from our core services. To learn more, visit www.careers.cushmanwakefield.com.