Our client is a commercial and residential property consultancy, headquartered in the West End of London. They are looking to hire a Rate Account Manager to join their team of rating specialists, who provide industry-leading advice & expertise to their clients

Main duties

• Acting on behalf of a wide range of clients whose properties extend beyond offices, retail and industrial property, into schools, hospitals, airfields and auction sites;
• Appraising vacant assets and providing a solution to onerous empty rate liability;
• Implementing and managing empty rate mitigation strategies;
• Liaising with billing authorities by claiming reliefs and exemptions;
• Liaising with clients by approving/rejecting rate demands for payment;
• Reporting savings in rates liability to clients;
• Keeping accurate records of changes in occupation and future lease events.

Person specification

• Minimum of 2 years of experience within a Business Rates Account position;
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (especially Excel);
• IRRV qualification (preferred, not essential);
• Billing authority background (preferred, not essential);
• Ability manage own time effectively;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
• A calm, proficient and professional manner.

Hours: 9am-6pm, Monday to Friday
Salary: £30,000 - £36,000 (depending on experience and suitability)

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