Trainee Associate Surveyor

e.surv Chartered Surveyors Ltd.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential surveying firm is seeking to hire Trainee Associate Surveyors to participate in a comprehensive training program designed to equip future surveyors with essential skills and knowledge. The role offers exposure to a variety of property types, mentoring from experienced professionals, and eligibility for AssocRICS accreditation. Competitive salary and benefits package included. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a passion for property.

Benefits

Sponsorship for AssocRICS qualification

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Death in service assurance

Market-leading salary & generous incentive package

Company car options

Qualifications

• Strong base knowledge of Residential Building Pathology.
• Eligibility for the 1‑year route to AssocRICS accreditation.
• 4+ years of industry relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a comprehensive training programme for surveyors.
• Gain exposure to various property types and situations.
• Engage with an established mentoring scheme.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Passion for property and strong pathology knowledge

Education

RICS or CIOB accredited degree

SAVA Diploma in Residential Surveying

Job description

Commited to working with our customers to develop solutions that exceed expectations

Trainee Associate Surveyor 2026 - North Northumberland

As the future of e.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.

We are committed to providing a friendly and resourceful central team, flexible benefits, Share Save and BAYE schemes, and a fresh approach to incentive earnings. It’s a good time to become a surveyor and an even better time to join e.surv.

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

Eligibility criteria

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 communication skills?
• Are you able to work as part of a team and build effective working relationships?
• Do you have strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, initiative and a proactive approach?

Trading since 1989, e.surv is 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.surv completes the equivalent of one property inspection every 12 seconds. With industry‑leading technology, nationwide postcode coverage and a wealth of property risk expertise, e.surv is a great choice for your next career move.

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’ve asked two former trainees to tell us what they think about life at e.surv.

For me, the most positive aspects of e.surv’s trainee 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

How to apply

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

HINTS AND TIPS

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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.

Additional benefits

• 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.

Frequently asked questions

Whether you’re buying a house, thinking of buying a house or just keen to understand more about the home buying process, you’re in the right place. We’ve been helping homebuyers for over 30 years and have national coverage with local experts.

The HomePlus Digital Survey is a fully interactive, digital report, delivered directly to, and accessible on, your device. It offers much more than the standard Level 2:

• Defects and areas of concern are given a traffic light rating – so you can quickly review the “Red Lights”.
• It includes Energy Saving Trust information about the property’s probable energy costs, carbon emissions, proposed energy improvements and their potential savings.
• It also includes local area information, including schools, crime rates and broadband facilities.
• There are links to Checkatrade tradespeople, so you can obtain quotes for any repair or maintenance work.
• As the report is digital, you get instant access, and can move through the information more easily. You can zoom in on images, so you can see what the surveyor is reporting.
• You access the HomePlus Home Survey online, so it is delivered quickly and directly.
• And when it is available, your surveyor will book a call with you to talk you through the main items and discuss any concerns.
• The value is far greater than the cost. The cost of an RICS Level 2 Home Survey varies depending on factors such as size and value of the property being surveyed. However, typically the cost ranges from £400 – £800+. It’s important to remember that this cost is an investment in your future.
• As a digital offering, the HomePlus digital survey costs less than the Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3 surveys.
• The RICS Level 1 was formerly known as a condition report. It provides a basic inspection and report into the condition of a property. It is not as indepth as a Level 2 or Level 3.
• Your RICS surveyor will not give their professional opinion or advice on issues, repairs or maintenance, as they would for higher level surveys. They will only report on the condition.
• This is a paper‑based/pdf report, and is not digitally interactive, unlike a HomePlus survey.
• The RICS Level 3 Home Survey was formerly known as a Building Survey. It does not include a valuation, but does provide a more comprehensive report, going into more detail. If required, the Level 3 may test services (plumbing, electrics, heating) and give an indication into the cost of repair work.
• If your property is particularly old, or neglected, or significantly altered or extended, you may need a RICS Level 3 report – the Level 2 may not be adequate.
• The Level 3 is a paper‑based/pdf, and not a digitally interactive report.

We want to help our people to be the best version they can through a supportive culture, access to personal development and continuous improvement of our practices. If you’d like to be part of that, apply now.