Chartered Surveyor

Chartered Surveyor

Location: Liverpool (To cover England and Wales)

*Candidates must live in the Northwest, as will be needed in the Liverpool office 2 days a week*

Role Overview

Our client is a bridge lending business that specialises in providing short-term finance to small and medium-sized property developers, traders, and investors. All loans are typically secured against completed or refurbishment, residential and some commercial projects.

Our client is seeking a qualified MRICS Chartered Surveyor to join our in-house team, focusing on property valuations and risk assessments for bridging and development finance. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all loan applications are underpinned by accurate, market-aligned valuations and comprehensive due diligence.

Key Responsibilities:

* Conduct internal desktop and site-based valuations in line with RICS standards

* Review third-party valuation reports and assess property risks for secured lending

* Evaluate development projects for feasibility, cost, and return analysis

* Collaborate with underwriting, legal, and operations teams throughout the loan lifecycle

* Produce clear, structured reports and recommendations for lending decisions

* Monitor market trends to support accurate valuations and risk mitigation

* Assist with distressed asset strategies and exit planning

* Ensure compliance with internal policies and Red Book standards

Key Requirements:

* MRICS Chartered Surveyor with 5+ years’ experience (3+ post-qualification)

* Strong background in valuations for lending, development, or investment

* Solid understanding of property law, planning, and development viability

* Analytical and commercially astute, with excellent communication skills

* Comfortable with both field inspections and desktop assessments

Desirable:

* Experience in bridging or development finance

* Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines

* Proactive and collaborative, with a strong risk management mindset

What they offer

* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

* Discretionary annual company bonus

* Car parking facilities

* 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

* Hybrid working arrangement

* Opportunities for career progression and growth

* Team social events

* Modern offices, just a 10-minute walk from central Liverpool

* Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme