Associate Partner

Build the world you want to live in with a career in the infrastructure property sector .
We are looking for ambitious Surveyors, Senior Surveyors and Associate Partners to join our growing Infrastructure teams in Scotland and the Northwest of England.
The team: Our infrastructure team was formed in 2015 and consists of 200 experts operating from nine offices across the UK.
The team is experiencing an accelerated growth stage following the award of several major contracts within the north of England and Scotland and we are looking for ambitious new members to join us in the next stage of our exciting journey of growth in our Edinburgh and Warrington offices.
The infrastructure team acts for a wide range of clients within the Infrastructure, Utility and Energy sectors.
In the north of England and Scotland, we are delivering an expert service to clients such as National Grid Transmission, Cadent Gas, Scottish Power Energy Networks, Green Gen, Orsted, Network Rail and National Highways.
The roles will be varied, advising a wide range of clients and projects with the opportunity to focus on areas of interest.
The roles include negotiation, client contact and reporting and support to and from Partners as well as guiding and directing Graduate Surveyors within the team.
It provides an opportunity to build leadership and management skills, with excellent prospects for progression.
We deal with Infrastructure and utility projects affecting all types of property including coastal, rural, commercial, industrial and residential properties of all types and sizes.
Join us and find your niche to specialise and build sought after expertise or develop a broad-based skillset.
We provide unrivalled training including our popular annual CPO Academy which is now in its seventh successful year.
We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on
In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements which can be discussed at the application stage.
Main tasks: Client facing professional advice in relation to land assembly for utility and infrastructure projects.
Assessment of Injurious Affection claims for Electricity operators.
Negotiation of heads of terms, option agreements and voluntary agreements for land acquisition and compensation.
Develop and undertake new business/relationship opportunities.
Landowner and Stakeholder engagement.
Client relationship management.
Provide support to Partners in the team and manage your own workload effectively.
Provide guidance and supervision to Graduate surveyors in the team.
Participation in the ongoing development and implementation of an effective profit centre business plan developed in-line with the Carter Jonas vision.
Take an active role in the development and implementation of efficient, 'best practice' internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.
Implementation of policy as required and ensuring legal compliance on all work carried out.
Training, development and CPD needs will be discussed and supported.
This job description is not exhaustive, and the role will vary dependent on level.
Please note the jobholder may be required to undertake additional duties from time to time to ensure the smooth running of the department.
What does it take to be successful?
You will ideally be MRICS accredited or with experience within the utility, energy or infrastructure sectors.
Rural surveying experience could be beneficial as some aspects of our work cover rural property matters such as compensation for crop losses.
You must also ideally be able to demonstrate you have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation relating to compulsory purchase and compensation as well as specialist utility acts such as the Electricity Act 1989 and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
The roles have a significant amount of engagement with clients as well as landowners and agents therefore strong communication skills are essential.
We would like you to have good time management and strong communication skills, including report writing.
A business development-orientated attitude, with a focus on providing excellent customer service is key to this role as is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment where flexibility is essential.
If you have previous experience of driving projects forward and establishing new and develop existing relationship this would be advantageous.
We welcome applications from the public or private sector or those returning to work after a career break.
A full UK driving licence is essential.
Please state on your cover letter which role you are applying for and ideal location.
Hours Contract type: Permanent Location: Warrington and Edinburgh Why choose us?
We offer a highly competitive rewards package including group pension, flexible benefits, referral schemes and generous annual leave.
As an equal opportunity employer, with the Investors in People Gold accreditation, we are dedicated to driving diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Learning and development is important to us; we encourage everyone to continue developing to optimise their performance and fulfil their potential.
We have an agile flexible working policy; many of our team work flexibly, we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.
We enjoy what we do, and we do it well, which is why 80% of our business comes from repeat clients.
About us: Since 1855, Carter Jonas has grown to be one of the largest and most respected property consultancies in the UK with a network of 34 offices across England and Wales, employing more than 1,000 partners and employees.
Our tailored service and Simply Better Advice have enabled us to forge lasting, intelligent and trusting partnerships with our clients.
These long-standing relationships are our most important and most closely protected asset.
From private landowners to local authorities, pension funds to farmers – our universe of client experience is among the most varied in UK property.
We employ the very best people.
We are a place where people want to work, and our culture is both collaborative and business minded.
We have experts in every field who deliver long term advice that enhances our clients' future prosperity.
Ahead of the curve, we are pioneering in the use of technology within the property industry, making Carter Jonas a hugely exciting place to work.
Our values: Approachable – We treat every relationship with respect, integrity, and warmth.
Effective – We do what we say we will, we do it well and we are accountable.
Ambitious – We are ambitious for our clients and for our firm.
We look to recruit individuals who represent our core values, but who can also demonstrate the six Carter Jonas competencies that are the foundation of our career pathways.
These competencies will aide their personal development in the business, and comprise of: Communication - Ensures effective, clear, and relevant communications in support of business objectives.
People - Demonstrates leadership in conduct and effectively manages and develops people to optimise performance through others.
Business Development & Client Care - Ensures effective communication to facilitate excellent client care and collaboration and pursuing opportunities for increased business and profit mindful of the Firm's heritage and values.
Use of Technology - Modern, Agile, Digital Employee.
Teamwork - Recognises the importance of working with others, to collaborate and co-operate to achieve business.
Personal Effectiveness & Productivity- Engage, promote, and adhere to compliance requirements including all internal processes and procedures which manage risk and enhance productivity.
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