Apprentice Rural Surveyor

This is an exciting opportunity to join Berrys as a Chartered Surveyor (Rural) Degree Apprentice (in association with Harper Adams University) starting September 2023 Shrewsbury Office. This is a permanent role where you will undertake a 5 year apprenticeship programme with Harper Adams University, during which you will be supported with on the job training in a supportive and friendly environment. This apprenticeship leads to a qualified profession (MRICS). We will support you to achieve this as part of the structured programme. Once qualified you will have the opportunity to grow further within the business. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday. Apprentice Rural Surveyor Duties: Assisting in sales and lettings of property, largely rural and village. Assisting in the preparation of Planning Promotion Agreements for future residential development sites and the negotiation of sales of development sites with the benefit of planning permission. Assisting with Property Valuations on behalf of private clients and banks and other lending institutions; which will include rural, residential and commercial elements. Compensation claims, grants and subsides. Areas of professional work will include providing advice to both landlords and tenants, as well as estate management Identifying new business opportunities and promoting the brand throughout the region. Managing and developing client relationships (new and existing). Supporting delivery of the business plan including delivery of agreed targets. Liaising with contractors, clients and colleagues. Assisting in the delivery of agreed financial targets and being responsible for managing own performance whilst exceeding in core technical skills. Apprentice Rural Surveyor Requirements: Minimum of 3 A Levels A-C Excellent IT skills Good communication skills A strong understanding of client confidentiality Willingness to learn & join a growing team Apprentice Rural Surveyor Benefits: We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience Potential for discretionary bonus We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We also give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services About the Company: At Berrys, we do things a little differently to all the rest. With a team of forwardthinking chartered surveyors, town planners, architects and business consultants, we offer all your property-related services under one roof. By working together, we deliver results. Whether our clients are from the commercial, residential or rural sectors, drawing on experience across all areas allows us to see the full picture. With a clear understanding of the challenges our clients face, and attention to detail that we apply to every aspect of a project, we can find solutions that maximise the potential of your land, property and business, from outset to completion. With six offices across the UK and a strong reputation both locally and regionally of providing high-quality professional advice, we are dedicated to helping our clients navigate the ever-changing landscape of property. If you think that you are suitable for this Apprentice Rural Surveyor position, please apply now! Closing Date: Friday 24th February 2023 Interview Date: Week commencing 6th March 2023