Andrew Kingsley
Director & Head of Property
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4 days ago
Rating Surveyor
Manchester
£35,000 - £45,000 (PLUS EXCELLENT BENEFITS)
The Role Our client is a well-respected and highly successful property consultancy and as a consequence of continued growth, they are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and MRICS qualified Rating Surveyor, (Senior Surveyor or Associate level) to join their Manchester office. The role is to predominantly cover the whole North West market and where necessary, work in conjunction with other regional offices. You will also be required to act as an ambassador for the business, developing and retaining customer relationships and delivering excellent customer service whilst also maximising business potential and assist in the achievement of the business plan for the company. Ideal Candidate The requirement is for a candidate at Senior Surveyor or Associate level, with a minimum of 3+ Years' experience of rating casework on behalf of public and/or private sector clients, across all commercial sectors. Individuals will have a well-rounded experience and be hard working with a team players’ attitude. Other qualities required include: MRICS qualified, Chartered Surveyor Relevant and appropriate level of rating experience. Demonstrate undertaking of rating survey and appeal work on diverse property portfolios, throughout the north of England, Provide professional rating advice to a range of corporate and public sector clients. Experience of working in a team; a team player Take responsibility for their own caseload and contribute to fee billing and profit targets from the outset. Hold good communication, organisation and negotiation skills. Knowledge of the commercial property market, in general. Strong sense of customer/client service. Attention to detail & time management. Resilience, determination and stamina. Business development, including selling, presenting, following-up leads etc. A dynamic individual looking for their next challenge within a successful national organisation Confident and Self-Motivated. Full UK Driving Licence Salary and Benefits Salary: competitive based on market, professional experience and qualifications Car allowance Performance related staff profit share scheme 26 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays and days at Christmas and New Year Pension scheme membership (after initial probationary period) Life/Accident Insurance Private Medical Cover
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4 days ago
Senior/Associate Property Management Surveyor
Manchester
CIRCA £45,000 Plus Generous Car Allowance & Benefits
Company Profile An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a leading, established and reputable property consultancy in Manchester. Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Property Management Surveyor to join their Manchester city centre office. With an excellent regional and national client base, industry contacts and a highly qualified and professional team, the client has grown to be a successful and dynamic firm of Chartered Surveyors and Property Managers. The client provides advice on a range of property matters including Agency, Auctions, Lease Advisory, Valuation, CPO, Investment, Planning, Building Consultancy, Business Rates, Property Management, Capital Allowances and Expert Witness, serving the Greater Manchester, North West and Nationwide arena. The Role We are seeking a an MRICS qualified Surveyor to join our client’s Property Asset Management Team at Senior or Associate level who has proven experience of managing assets/portfolios for individual investors, property companies and institutions. The individual will have had experience of managing most aspects of commercial property and should have a genuine interest in Property Management. Main Duties and Responsibilities shall include: The main purpose of the role to be the day to day contact for a number of high-profile clients who requires a premium level service Client reporting – to produce monthly/quarterly reports and attend client meetings. Tenant liaison and dealing with formal landlord and tenant matters such tenant applications to assign, sub-let or carry out alterations Liaising with building managers and the FM team on day-to-day maintenance, repair and operational issues. Service Charge administration Inspections Setting up new properties Business Development The above list summarises main responsibilities to be carried out in the role but is not exhaustive as you may be required to carry out additional activities. Knowledge & Experience Required: RICS Qualified Minimum 2 years PQE within Commercial Property Management High degree of commerciality and experience of development business with existing clients Experience within a professional services environment and working with blue-chip companies Excellent communication and client interfacing skills Ability to work under pressure High attention to detail Remuneration Salary – to £45,000 + Benefits Generous Car Allowance, dependent upon level Generous Holiday Allowance Performance related bonus Usual pension/healthcare provisions that you would expect from a leading consultancy My client offers real scope for career development for a dedicated, professional and enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic who wants to join one of the market leaders.
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6 days ago
Town Planner / Senior Town Planner
York
CIRCA £40,000 + Bonus + Homeworking
THE OPPORTUNITY Our client is an established planning consultancy based in York, looking to appoint a motivated and experienced RTPI Chartered Town Planner to work on an exciting variety of projects for private sector clients across England and Wales. You will play a key role in developing our client base and enhancing company reputation. You will be responsible for working proactively and at your own initiative on a range of planning applications and planning appeals with an emphasis on large-scale residential projects including site reviews, planning applications and appeals. An existing and secure stream of planning work for major housing development schemes provided by our joint venture partners, and continued growth of our private client base necessitate this expansion of our team. You will be involved in and lead a diverse range and scale of projects but primarily be responsible for the stream of large-scale residential planning. You will work in a multi-disciplinary team of chartered planners, architects, landscape architects, urban designers and engineers. This post offers the opportunity to manage your own team and play a fundamental role in shaping our expanding business. Autonomy is a given and you will put your own stamp on projects, develop new revenue streams and streamline working practices within your team. We are looking for someone to nurture client relationships, develop new business, assist with managing and coaching junior planners whilst handling your own caseload from inception to completion. DO YOU FIT THE CRITERIA? We are looking for a Chartered RTPI professional with an accredited degree in Town Planning or related subject and significant experience in private and/or public sector planning including Environmental Impact Assessment. Candidates that are eligible for membership of the RTPI will also be considered. A suitable candidate for this position will be able to demonstrate: 7 Years plus relevant experience; A proven track record of managing caseloads for different types of planning applications with an emphasis on the large-scale residential sector; The ability to prepare and present high-quality planning reports; Experience of writing appeal statements and attending Hearings/Inquiries; Mentoring and motivational skills required to develop junior planners in their careers; Proficiency in responding to general and client planning enquiries, producing tender documents and negotiating with statutory consultees. REMUNERATION This is a full-time, permanent position with salary negotiable dependent on experience. Holiday entitlement is 30 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays with an additional day credited for every year of service up to five years. If you are an enthusiastic, motivated and proactive planner that can deliver positive outcomes for a variety of development proposals then our client is keen to hear from you. We can offer flexible working practices arranged around core hours and home working. The successful candidate’s input will be vital to the progression and success of our clients’ work. The maximum salary for this position is £40,000 plus bonus. If you want to join a reputable company whose purpose is about putting clients and people first, then apply now!
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7 days ago
Surveyor / Senior Surveyor - Retail Lease Consultancy
London
To £40,000 + Generous Car Allowance & Excellent Benefits
Our client is a national firm of chartered surveyors and property consultants with a network of nine offices that provides comprehensive property advice to public and private sector organisations and their clients – including over 40 per cent of the FTSE100 – hold some of the largest property portfolios in the country. The Position & Team This role sits within our Retail, Industrial and Offices (RIO) business group, specifically within the Retail team based in the West End of London. The Retail Lease Consultancy team in the West End are made up of 6 individuals, inclusive of this position. The current team is made up of 2 Partners, 1 Associate, 1 Surveyor and a rotating Graduate (Assistant Surveyor). Job Description The Retail team are now looking to recruit a qualified Surveyor/Senior Surveyor to undertake lease consultancy work. Main responsibilities To carry out property inspections, conduct negotiations and where required prepare expert reports. To undertake rent reviews and lease renewals for a mix of landlord and tenant clients and A1 and A3 uses. To use strong research and analytical skills to identify and interpret market rental evidence. To use good organisational skills to manage and prioritise a busy and developing caseload. To be a strong and effective negotiator, to develop effective and long-lasting relationships with our clients, using exceptional rapport building, questioning and summarising skills. To develop and maintain a strong network of internal and external contacts and to use these contacts in order to further develop business for the company. About you MRICSqualified Lease consultancy experience essential, retail experience desirable. Planning and prioritising skills in order to schedule work and ensure its timely completion, taking into account conflicting deadlines. Able to work flexibly between tasks. Strong drive for results and highly proactive in order to maintain momentum and complete the task. A high degree of analytical ability. Portrays confidence in ability to both sell to the client and meet their needs. Well-organised with excellent planning, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Good personal and professional manner in dealing with client contacts at all levels. Full driving licence. Salary and Benefits Salary: competitive based on market, professional experience and qualifications Car allowance Performance related staff profit share scheme 26 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays and days at Christmas and New Year. Pension scheme membership Life and Accident insurance Group income protection scheme Private Medical Insurance Critical Illness Cover Fitness Allowance Interest Free Season Ticket Loan Interest Free Rental Deposit Loan Employee assistance programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after two years’ service Professional subscription (MRICS) covered by the firm
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13 days ago
Development Surveyor (Client-Side)
Manchester
To £50,000 + Benefits
retained client The Client Kingsley is retained by a UK based Property Development Company who specialise in Residential, Student and Mixed-Use development. Through stand-alone and mixed-use schemes and an expanding portfolio throughout the UK, the company has a growing interest in Manchester, London and Birmingham and is looking to expand on this in the years ahead. The Position & Team Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Development Surveyor who shall have relevant client-side property development experience of the whole development process as well as a solid network of industry contacts within such areas as commercial property agency, architecture, QS, PM, etc. You shall be responsible for: Sourcing & evaluating development sites/opportunities, conduct research and present the information to allow informed decisions to be made Financial appraisal of opportunities, including scenario modelling and provide clearly written reports & analysis of development opportunities, plus new site acquisitions Site/land acquisition, including relevant associated legal work Progressing commercial development schemes throughout the regions Working towards enhancing the value in land and property assets Working with clients & occupiers throughout the feasibility, design and legal stages Securing planning consents Concluding all pre-construction negotiations and ensuring successful delivery throughout the construction phase Work closely with funding partners during both feasibility stages and during project delivery The successful candidate will have the following attributes: MRICS preferred, but not essential for more experienced candidates Proven experience within a similar client-side role although strong consultancy candidates may also be considered, on their individual merits Well-connected within the regional property arena Strong knowledge of regional commercial property markets Leadership/Management qualities High level of IT literacy Proactive, confident with excellent communication skills Able to work within a team and your own initiative Able to handle a number of tasks simultaneously Commercially awareness with the ability to identify opportunities Salary & Benefits: Competitive, Subject to Experience PLEASE NOTE: All direct Third-Party Applications, via individuals, agencies etc., shall be forwarded to Kingsley and treated as an introduction to kingsley.
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18 days ago
Senior Valuation Surveyor
Manchester
COMPETITIVE SALARY + GENEROUS CAR ALLOWANCE & EXCELLENT BENEFITS
Our client is a national firm of chartered surveyors and property consultants with a network of nine offices that provides comprehensive property advice to public and private sector organisations and their clients – including over 40 per cent of the FTSE100 – hold some of the largest property portfolios in the country. The Position & Team Due to an increased workload, we are looking to recruit a Senior Valuation Surveyor to our client’s Valuation Team within their Manchester office. The current Valuation Team comprises 3 fee earners, inclusive of a Head of Valuation, Associate and Surveyor. There is also the support of an Assistant Surveyor. The team carry out loan security and other valuations for banks, development companies and property investors, across all sectors. Main Responsibilities Provide valuation advice on a wide range of properties on differing bases to financial institutions and property investors. Write concise and accurate valuation reports. Research comparable evidence. Carry out valuation calculations. Report and supply property information to financial institutions. About You MRICS qualified Strong technical capability The ability to efficiently manage your own workload with minimum supervision, dealing with and progressing instructions using personal initiative and professional/technical knowledge. Planning and prioritising skills to schedule work and ensure its timely completion, taking into account conflicting deadlines. A degree of flexibility in order to move from one task to another without a loss of productivity The ability to adapt to changes initiated by the department or the client. Strong drive for results and highly proactive in order to maintain momentum and complete the task. A high degree of analytical ability. Portrays confidence in their ability to interact with the client and meet their needs Full driving licence. Well organised with excellent planning, organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Good personal and professional manner in dealing with client contacts at all levels. Salary & Benefits Salary: competitive based on market, professional experience and qualifications Car allowance Performance related staff profit share scheme 26 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays and days at Christmas and New Year. Pension scheme membership (after initial probationary period) Life and Accident insurance Group income protection scheme Private Medical Insurance Critical Illness Cover Fitness Allowance Interest Free Season Ticket Loan Interest Free Rental Deposit Loan Employee assistance programme Enhanced maternity and paternity pay after two years’ service Professional subscription (MRICS) paid for by the firm
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18 days ago
Town Planner / Planning Consultant
Manchester
£28,000 - £35,000 + car allowance
THE OPPORTUNITY Do you have ambition to be a part of a global leader in Commercial Real Estate services? We have an exciting opportunity for a Chartered Town Planner / Planning Consultant to join an Internationally recognised organisation within an area of the business that has seen significant growth month on month, year upon year. Would you enjoy being part of a multidisciplinary consultancy that has… a collaborative working environment planners working in conjunction with various internal networks such as; Land/Residential/ Public Sector/ Industrial & Retail, creating a varied and interesting workload a multi-£billion turnover and a network than spans over 60 countries employing over 40,000 employees a strong reputation, and a rich history spanning over a century within the built environment focused towards your career development, operating a mentoring development plan to help you meet your career goals This is a fantastic opportunity for a Town Planner/ Planning Consultant to join a close-knit North-West development team, led by a Planning Partner who has operated in a leadership capacity for over a decade. The team covers all major property sectors with focus on Education, Residential, Industrial, Commercial and Health (all predicted growth sectors in Planning) in the North West area. Working in a talented development team, closely with Partners and clients, duties of the role include: Providing planning advise within priority sectors (Residential, Public Sector, Education, Industrial, Retails and Leisure) in line with the teams’ business plan to develop the client portfolio Developing business relationships within the targeted areas, supported by the wider business network, seeking new business opportunities Managing your own varied portfolio of smaller planning instructions and assisting on larger schemes, completing works in line with deadlines If you want to join a reputable company whose purpose is about putting clients and people first, then apply now!
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26 days ago
Geotechnical Engineer
Liverpool
£30,000 Negotiable
An exciting opportunity exists for a Geotechnical Engineer to join an established, growing team. Based in Liverpool, you will be a key part of an established team, working directly with the Director and wider team. The firm is a multi-disciplinary Engineering consultancy, based in the North West. As the successful candidate for this role, you will have a minimum of 2 years industry experience undertaking Geotechnical design & assessment for ground investigation in the UK Engineering market. You will be registered with a recognised industry body and actively working towards Chartered status. You will have some experience in relation to contaminated land investigations. The role involves; Providing geo-technical design input to a range of engineering projects across multiple sectors Reporting for geo-technical works including slope stability, foundations, retaining structures, earthworks and ground improvement Client contact and liaison Project Management and the preparation of proposals and tenders relevant to the business Scoping of investigations Identifying training and support needs for individuals within the department to ensure technical competence Carrying our regular design reviews in accordance with the Quality Management System. Development of Geotechnical offering within the company and expansion/management of the geo-technical team. About You; You will Hold a MSc in Geo-technical Engineering/Engineering Geology. Have proven technical ability Be client facing Be able to communicate in a clear and concise way, both verbally and written. The role will allow you to work on exciting Geotechnical projects across the UK, working with a broad range of clients and in addition you shall receive a competitive salary and benefits package, along with the opportunity to progress your career
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about 1 month ago
Associate Valuation Surveyor
Liverpool
£40,000 - £50,000
Our client is a well known and highly successful property consultancy and is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Associate Valuation Surveyor to join their Liverpool office, with the opportunity to include Landlord & Tenant work, CPO and other areas of property consultancy. The Role A Registered RICS qualified Associate level Valuation Surveyor is required for a busy Liverpool office. Predominantly, there is a variety of valuation work to undertake, including loan security, leasehold enfranchisement, portfolio and compulsory purchase as well as Landlord and Tenant, CPO work etc The role is to predominantly cover the geographical areas of Merseyside, North Wales, Cheshire, Lancashire and The Midlands, for both Public and Private Sector clients. Where necessary, you will also work in conjunction with other regional offices. Ideal Candidate The requirement is for a candidate at Senior or Associate level who is: Registered Valuer MRICS Chartered Surveyor with at least 3 years’ PQE Relevant and appropriate level of valuation experience To provide valuation reports/advice to a range of corporate and public sector clients Experience of working in a team; a team player To take responsibility for their own caseload and contribute to fee billing and profit targets from the outset Holds good communication, organisation and negotiation skills Knowledge of the commercial & residential property market Strong sense of customer/client service Attention to detail Time management A dynamic individual looking for their next challenge within a successful company Confident and Self Motivated Remuneration Competitive salary dependent upon experience The usual benefits are available that you would expect from a market leader including, car, private health, and pension scheme. Performance related bonus Excellent potential of career progression with a market leader
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about 1 month ago
Retail Property Management
Manchester
Up To £35,000 Plus Car Allowance & Benefits
Our client is at the forefront in Retail Management extending across some 120 shopping centres and 220 leisure and retail parks, totalling nearly 26 million square feet under management. As a result of continued regional growth, our client is looking to appoint a Surveyor or Senior Surveyor to join their Retail Property & Asset Management Department, to be based in the Manchester city centre office, serving the North West and areas of the north. Role Purpose The role is dedicated to adding value to your clients’ assets, reducing operational risk and maximizing value for money in the delivery of high-quality landlord services to occupational tenants. You will be working with most prestigious clients both with potential to grow and develop, managing shopping centres based in the North West and North East, in conjunction with the Lead Director, Facilities Managers and Client Accounts teams and will be responsible for providing a market leading property management service to the Clients. This is a role is diverse offering variety day to day and will necessitate attending client meetings. The role offers autonomy within a supportive environment and great opportunities for career development. Responsibilities Directly managing Shopping Centres with limited supervision in the North West and North East. Client liaison ensuring full understanding of your Client's objectives and instructions. Act as a contact for the Client in respect of all matters relating to your property and ensure the company is always acting within its delegated authority; in accordance with business plan and the Client's instructions. Assist with the Co-ordination of the team to deliver the Management Service on your assets and meet the Client's requirements. Client reporting on all aspects of Property Management. Attending periodic formal Client review meetings and presentations Working closely with centre managers Involvement with the Client’s sustainability & Health and Safety agenda What you must possess: The position will require good client relationship skills and an eye for detail Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook essential. Strong verbal and numerical skills and be comfortable with report writing. Customer-service driven and have good communication skills. Ability to work independently, under pressure, manage time and assist in meeting deadlines Practical understanding of commercial property management MRICS Qualified (not essential if experience is satisfactory) Must be willing to manage properties in a variety of locations Ideally will have experience of shopping centre, retail park or high street retail management. A team player but with existing team management experience and leadership potential Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills who interacts effectively with colleagues and clients Strategic agility (e.g. can present credible visions of possibilities & likelihoods) People management skills, particularly motivating & developing others My client offers real scope for career development for a dedicated, professional and enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic who wants to join one of the market leaders. To apply for this position then please email your CV to andrew@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk or call Andrew Kingsley MRICS at Kingsley on 0161 393 9889 for further information.
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about 1 month ago
Compulsory Purchase Surveyor
Manchester
£30,000 TO £50,000 + (D.O.E.) Plus Car Allowance, Bonus & Other Benefits
Are you a General Practice Surveyor with Compulsory Purchase experience? Would you relish the opportunity to work for one of the market leading teams within this specialist sector, advising on major infrastructure projects including HS2, town centre redevelopment and regeneration schemes? Joining an established and highly experienced team, you will be acting for a wide range of clients including residential owners’ occupiers and investors, local regional and national commercial occupiers, and local authorities and developers. Utilising a diverse range of skills including valuation and negotiation, this is a role which provides variety, an opportunity to challenge yourself and the chance to build on relationships with other professionals. You will be involved in the site assembly process and compulsory purchase projects from conception through order promotion to taking possession and negotiating compensation. Prepare compensation assessments and advice to clients Advise on the compulsory purchase process and timescales Undertake negotiations with or on behalf of clients Provide clear strategic advice to claimants and Scheme Promoters Prepare compensation budgets Undertake land assembly on behalf of acquiring authorities and developers Work with other professionals including planners, solicitors, and accountants within a multi-disciple team Assist with Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) and Public Inquiry preparation The successful candidate will be a Chartered Surveyor and must possess and/or can demonstrate: Experience within Compulsory Purchase Strong numeracy and report-writing skills Good presentation skills Numerate and analytical Good communication and negotiation skills Problem solving / ‘Can-do’ attitude Self-motivated and enthusiastic Remuneration: Competitive Salary, depending on experience Car Allowance Achievable Bonus Structure Company Benefits Excellent potential of career progression with a NW market leader To apply for this position, please contact Andrew Kingsley on 0161 393 9889 or email a copy of your latest CV to andrew@kingsleyrecruitment.co.uk quoting the position and reference for this role. Kingsley is a niche leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in the Property & Legal Sectors and our consultants are highly experienced in their specialist sectors. We recruit across the UK, so if you are looking for your next move, call us now for a confidential chat on 0161 393 9889
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about 1 month ago
Graduate Surveyor (General Practice)
Cambridge
£20,000 + Car + Benefits
This is an opportunity for an ambitious graduate surveyor to establish themselves as an expert within a well -respected sector specific team which operates throughout the UK. Our clients’ large, national team delivers timely and pragmatic advice on all property matters across the entire UK via their network of offices providing a comprehensive range of professional, agency and valuation services to institutional landlords, tenants and owner-occupiers. They hold an unrivalled track record of servicing large scale portfolios for key organisations within the sector as well as smaller companies and individuals with single assets. Specialist areas: Car dealerships Car parks Drive-thru and drive to restaurants Fast fit Fuel and forecourt convenience Motorway service areas Trade parks Trunk road service areas Workshops & body-shops This Graduate Surveyor position will give the successful candidate the opportunity to work with an established team; the work will principally involve a broad range of professional and valuation casework as well as disposals and acquisitions on behalf of a broad range of corporate clients. Main duties and key responsibilities Assist with providing general advice on national and local markets Assistance with Rent review, lease renewal and valuation work Market research and producing detailed agency reports Attending client meetings Assist with Business Generation and seeking new opportunities Managing your own workload Skills & Experience RICS accredited property qualification Self-motivated & can work autonomously Driven with a can-do attitude Ambitious & career focused Commercially minded A high degree of IT literacy is essential, with good presentation skills with strong PowerPoint and Excel experience Ability to communicate and negotiate with clients and stakeholders Clean driving licence Willingness to travel throughout the UK and across the clients’ office network Employee Benefits Competitive salary Full RICS APC qualification assistance Company pension scheme Bonus for performance and business generation Subsidised gym membership Perkbox! To apply for this position, please contact Andrew Kingsley or email a copy of your latest CV quoting reference AK17994 for more details of this role.
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