Senior Business Rates Surveyor Your new company Hays are currently working closely with an International Consultancy who are seeking a new team member in the Business Rates team! The team is currently in growth stage and inundated with case work, so are seeking a Senior Surveyor to join and hit the ground running. The teams are made up of over 10+ in the London team and are offering a great bonus structure along with a great team culture and a clear route for progression to Director and above!Your new role Devise and implement strategies to reduce clients'' Business Rates LiabilitiesManage empty rates liabilities and submit relief applicationsInspect and accurately measure properties for rating valuation purposes.Review rating assessments based on rental and comparable evidence to determine whether a Rateable Value is excessive.Prepare and submit high-quality, well-reasoned Check, Challenge, Appeal (CCA) submissions to the Valuation Office Agency (VOA)Effectively manage and build strong client relationships, providing expert advice and regular updatesProduce reports, attend and lead client meetingsManage workload effectively to meet strict CCA deadlinesDevelop new business opportunities and build internal relationships to maximise cross-selling potentialContribute to achieving financial targets and mentoring junior team membersWhat you''ll need to succeed 2+ years Experience in Ratings (PQE)Experience in Rating Valuations and Business Rates AdvisoryExperience in collating an