Trainee Associate Surveyor

e.surv Chartered Surveyors Ltd.; Coventry; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading surveying firm in the UK is inviting applications for their Trainee Associate Surveyor program set for 2026. This role involves comprehensive training and mentorship, targeting individuals keen on becoming residential surveyors. Candidates need to have a relevant RICS or CIOB degree or work experience. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits including sponsorship for AssocRICS qualification, private medical insurance, and more. This is an excellent opportunity to kickstart a career in surveying while being part of a supportive team.

Benefits

Sponsorship for AssocRICS qualification

Private medical insurance

Death in service assurance

Pension

Qualifications

• Eligible for the 1-year route to AssocRICS accreditation.
• Strong base knowledge of Residential Building Pathology.
• Minimum of one-year relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the comprehensive training programme.
• Engage with experienced technical experts.
• Build effective working relationships within the team.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem solving skills

Teamwork abilities

Analytical skills

Education

RICS or CIOB accredited degree or post-graduate qualification

SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying and Valuation

Job description

Trainee Associate Surveyor 2026 - Coventry Birmingham

As the future ofe.surv, our trainee surveyors play a vital role in shaping our company. Surveying is in our DNA and we’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of property experts. If you’re thinking of training to be a residential surveyor, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve worked with our most experienced technical experts to develop a comprehensive training programme which gives our Trainees exposure to a wide range of property types and scenarios. You’ll also benefit from an established mentoring scheme.

You wouldn’t expect anything less from a business with our heritage, would you? What you might not expect is the friendly and resourceful central team providing invaluable support to all our customers andclients;or the commitment to the personal and professional development of all our people. When you factor in the flexible benefits, Share Save and BAYE schemes, and our fresh approach to incentive earnings, you start to understand that we do things a little differently ate.surv.

Intent on continuing this success, we’re now inviting applications for our 2026 intake of trainees. It’s a good time to become a surveyor, and an even better time to joine.surv. Do you have that certain something needed to join our team?

Full list of locations

• Inverness
• Preston
• North Northumberland
• Northern Ireland
• Edinburgh
• Denbigh Cheshire
• Wigan
• Manchester/Bury
• Doncaster
• Lincoln
• Thetford
• Coventry
• Birmingham
• Milton Keynes
• Swindon
• Enfield
• Medway
• Dorset
• Guildford
• Truro and Torquay
• Brighton and Worthing

To be considered for the trainee programme, you will need to be eligible for the 1-year route to AssocRICS accreditation and have a strong base knowledge of Residential Building Pathology.

• A RICS or CIOB accredited degree or post-graduate qualification, plus a minimum of one-year industry relevant work experience.
• A RICS approved relevant HND, HNC, NVQ Level 3 diploma, BTEC or foundation degree, plus a minimum of two years of industry related work experience.
• 4+ years of industry relevant experience.

We are also interested in applications from candidates who have completed the SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying and Valuation.

Have you got what's needed to join our team?

• Do you meet the eligibility criteria?
• Do you have a genuine passion for property and strong pathology knowledge?
• Do you have excellent verbal and written communicationskills.
• Are you able to work as part of a team and build effective working relationships?
• Do you have strong problem solving and analytical skills,initiativeand a proactive approach?

Trading since 1989,e.survis the UK’s largest and leading provider of residential valuation and property risk services. Employing over 600 RICS-registered surveyors across England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland,e.survcompletes the equivalent of one property inspection every 12 seconds. With industry-leading technology, nationwide postcode coverage and a wealth of property risk expertise,e.survis a great choice for your next career move.

We\'re part of LSL Property Services Plc Group of companies, which includes household names, YOUR MOVE and Reeds Rains, as well as the mortgage broker network,Primis. We work with lenders, intermediaries, social housing entities, and estate agents, as well as private customers.

What’s in it for you?

Naturally, we expect you to work hard, learn quickly, ask lots of questions, and have some fun along the way. In return, you’ll benefit from the support and expertise of our experienced team, together with a competitive salary and a benefits package that includes:

• Sponsorship for the AssocRICS qualification (including payment of all RICS fees)
• Pension
• Private medical insurance (after AssocRICS qualification)
• Death in service assurance

Don’t just take our word for it – we’re a little bit biased. So, we askedtwoof ourformerTrainees to tell us what they think about life ate.surv.

“For me, the most positive aspects ofe.surv’strainee programme, are the excellent training and continued support I received from my mentors. The team provided me with clear and structured stages of training and development, undoubtedly easing my transition to AssocRICS qualification.” Kevin Cunningham – Former AssocRICS, now MRICS Surveyor

“e.surv’s Trainee Surveyor scheme has been fantastic. It enabled me to kickstart my career as an AssocRICS surveyor faster than I anticipated. I was daunted at times but, via mentoring, classroom sessions, clever tech and lots of support from my Manager, Trainers and colleagues, I’ve achieved my goal, a career to be proud of.” Sarah Shanks-Pell – Assoc RICS Surveyor

Sound interesting?

We may be big, bute.survhas always been about quality, not quantity. To apply for a place on our Trainee programme, you must meet eligibility criteria.

How to apply

If you’d like to apply for a place on our Trainee Associate Surveyor Programme, please email [e-mail] Please include your location preference from our list of advertised locations in your covering letter.

HINTS AND TIPS -BUILDING PATHOLOGYis a major factor in selection and rejection judgement.

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e.surv is an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all abilities and backgrounds, and we do not discriminate based on disability or individual needs. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Market-leading salary & generous incentive package

Company Car Offering

Car allowance or company car options from a range of premium brands

Diverse and Consistent Workload

A great variety of work in every postcode

Work From Anywhere

Home-based working with our cutting-edge iPad technology

Tools for Success

We’ll provide you with everything you need and more to support your activities

Private healthcare, pension scheme top ups, retail vouchers, Income Protection and Critical Illness cover

Invest in Your Growth

Keep your professional development on track with paid RICS membership and fully covered CPD requirements

Share Our Success

Become a true partner in our growth with access to SAYE and BAYE share investment plans

Investing in you

Our people are at the core of everything we do. We invest to provide efficiencies, enabling our surveyors to spend more time sharing their expert advice. We make a conscious effort for continuous growth and development of our people.

Pamela Cherry If you want to be part of a progressive company with a strong focus on being the trusted market leader, but that still listens to its employees, look no further.

Natasha Palczuk Having undertaken the Sava Diploma, e.surv’s Conversion Programme was the best next step. There was a good mix of both classroom and online training which helped to further my knowledge and understanding of the profession.

Andrew Furness I would look no further than the e.surv graduate programme if you are serious about becoming a residential surveyor

Pamela Cherry If you want to be part of a progressive company with a strong focus on being the trusted market leader, but that still listens to its employees, look no further.

Natasha Palczuk Having undertaken the Sava Diploma, e.surv’s Conversion Programme was the best next step. There was a good mix of both classroom and online training which helped to further my knowledge and understanding of the profession.

Andrew Furness I would look no further than the e.surv graduate programme if you are serious about becoming a residential surveyor

Pamela Cherry If you want to be part of a progressive company with a strong focus on being the trusted market leader, but that still listens to its employees, look no further.

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