A client of mine, a growing property finance business specialising in short-term lending to developers, traders, and investors, is looking to speak with a qualified Chartered Surveyor to join their in-house team. With a current loan book exceeding £50m and ambitious plans to reach £100m by the end of 2026, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute MRICS professional to join at a pivotal stage in the company’s growth.

Offering the successful Chartered Surveyor the chance to play a critical role in property risk assessment and valuation across a varied portfolio of secured residential and commercial projects, as well as the opportunity to help shape risk and valuation policy alongside the leadership team.

The Company’s Profile
Formed in 2020, this forward-thinking lender is already a recognised name within the bridging and development finance space. They provide flexible funding solutions to small and medium-sized property professionals and are known for their practical, partnership-led approach. With modern offices just 10 minutes from central Liverpool, and a dynamic, supportive team culture, they offer both a stable platform and exciting growth prospects.

The Chartered Surveyor’s Role
You will be central to the property due diligence process – delivering in-house valuations, reviewing third-party reports, and assessing project feasibility for loans ranging from refurbishments to ground-up developments. Working alongside underwriting, legal, and operations teams, your expertise will inform lending decisions and help manage property-related risk across the loan lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver internal desktop and site-based valuations in line with RICS standards

• Evaluate project feasibility, including cost analysis and GDV forecasts

• Review and analyse third-party valuation reports

• Provide detailed, structured recommendations on lending risks and opportunities

• Support asset management and workout strategies for distressed loans

• Stay up to date with market trends and valuation best practices

• Ensure compliance with internal policy and Red Book standards

The Successful Chartered Surveyor Will Have
Qualifications:

• MRICS Chartered Surveyor

• 5+ years’ experience (minimum 3 years post-qualification)

• Experience in valuation for lending, development, or investment

Knowledge and Attributes:

• Strong understanding of the residential and commercial property markets

• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills

• Confident conducting both field inspections and desktop assessments

• Collaborative, commercially minded, and detail-oriented

• Prior experience in bridging or development finance (desirable)

• Able to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders

In Return?

• £50,000 – £60,000 (dependent on experience)

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Discretionary annual company bonus

• Private Medical Insurance

• Hybrid working arrangement

• Modern Liverpool office with on-site parking

• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

• Opportunities for career development and progression

• Team social events and a friendly, entrepreneurial working environment

If you’re a Chartered Surveyor looking for a rewarding role within an ambitious, fast-moving property finance firm, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.