Graduate Surveyor - Rating

A Rating Technician role at Cushman & Wakefield supporting commercial property valuation by conducting market research, analysing comparables, preparing valuation data, and assisting with reports for office and commercial assets as part of a property rating team in Birmingham.

Cushman & Wakefield seeks an ambitious Rating Technician to join our Commercial Real Estate team in Birmingham. It is ideal for a recent graduate, early-career professional with strong research, data analysis, and organisational skills.

It is also open to a candidate with rating experience who is seeking to progress their career in business rates and become a Chartered Surveyor You will support the rating and valuation processes for a range of commercial properties, with a focus on office assets, by gathering market data, analysing comparables, and assisting in the preparation of reports and documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

Data Research & Market Analysis

• Conduct property and market research using platforms such as CoStar and office agency websites.

• Identify and analyse comparable properties and transaction data to support valuation and rating decisions, including property asset inspections as required.

• Track market trends, rental levels, relevant to commercial assets.

Rating & Valuation Support

• Assist in applying internal rating models and valuation frameworks to commercial real estate assets.

• Collate key documents including lease abstracts, floor plans, rent rolls, and financial statements.

• Support the production of client-ready reports and internal summaries.

• Documentation & Data Management

  • Maintain organised digital records of data sources, comparables, and valuation support material.

  • Input and update property and financial data into internal systems and Excel models.

• Presentation Support

  • Assist in creating PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholders and client meetings.

  • Help ensure data and visuals are accurate, professional, and aligned with brand standards.

Skills & Experience:

• Has excellent research skills and can quickly source and verify property and market data

• Is confident using CoStar and navigating commercial real estate websites (preferred not mandatory)

• Understands the basics of valuation and property analysis, particularly for office assets

• Is comfortable analysing comparables and extracting insights from property data

• Can efficiently collate and organize documents to support senior team members

• Is proficient in Microsoft Excel (formulas, tables) and PowerPoint (presentations and formatting)

• Has strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn

• Has a valid UK driving licence

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Geography, or a related field (recent graduates and / or candidates with some business rate experience encouraged to apply)

• Internship or coursework related to commercial real estate, property research, or finance is a plus