Careers at Arnolds Keys

We are always on the hunt for great talent. 

If you do not see a role advertised below that fits your skill set but would like to have an informal discussion about working at Arnolds Keys then please send your CV and covering letter to Jan Hÿtch (Operations Partner): jan.hytch@arnoldskeys.com or call 01603 620551. 

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CALLING ALL GRADUATE SURVEYORS...

We are currently seeking a Graduate Commercial Surveyor looking to complete their APC to work in our head office in Norwich City centre from summer 2019.

The role is varied but you will be given the opportunity to be involved in professional, management and agency aspects of work, ultimately having the ability to develop into your preferred pathway. This may lead towards becoming a commercial agent, valuation surveyor or property manager.

As a multi-disciplinary firm of Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents, we are able to provide you with a range of experience across commercial, rural and residential disciplines to give you a broad experience base which will greatly help in attaining your chartered status.

Initially, you will assist in all aspects of:

• Undertaking property inspections and producing marketing reports.
• Negotiating both commercial sales and lettings.
• Dealing with a wide variety of properties across a range of sectors; industrial, office, retail, investment and commercial development.
• Assisting with the preparation of Red Book Valuations.
• Professional work including rent reviews and lease renewal negotiations.
• Assisting with commercial property management including periodic inspections, service charge administration and providing strategic advice.

Why complete your APC with Arnolds Keys?

• Competitive salary and performance related bonus.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Generous holiday leave.
• Full support with RICS subscription and APC fees.
• Mileage allowance.
• Recommend a friend scheme.
• A social firm with staff Christmas and summer parties.
• Arnolds Keys Sports Challenge events.
• Proven track record of APC success.
• Trained RICS APC Assessor within the firm.

The successful candidate will have completed an RICS accredited degree (or on track to graduate in the summer of 2019) and have a full driving licence and their own vehicle. Our Commercial Department is very busy so being a team player is a must.  Most importantly, you should be comfortable working to deadlines and exhibit confidence, ambition and a natural flair for relationship building.

If this role sounds like the career move you are after and you would like to discuss it further please email nick.williams@arnoldskeys.com or call 01603 620551

To apply, please include your CV and a brief summary of why the job interests you and send this to jane.frost@arnoldskeys.com 

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Residential sales negotiator/administrator

We have an exciting opportunity for a Residential Sales Negotiator/Administrator in our busy Cromer branch as maternity cover with the possibility of this role becoming permanent.

Experience is an advantage but not essential for this position as full training will be provided including support for achieving NAEA Propertymark Technical Level 3. The role of Sales Negotiator will be varied with key tasks including registering house buyers and sellers, arranging and attending viewings, dealing with property offers, proactive marketing tasks, carrying out administrative duties and providing feedback to clients.

You will need to possess great communication skills, a strong sense for customer service, a professional attitude and a keen interest in property. You need to be a great team player, be very presentable and hold a full UK driving license.

The working pattern will be Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm with alternate Saturdays 09:00am - 4:00pm for which you will receive a day off in lieu.

If the role is of interest to you then please email your CV with a covering letter to Sue Hall, Branch Manager of Cromer sue.hall@arnoldskeys.com or if you would like an informal chat then please contact Sue on 01263 512026.

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COMMERCIAL SURVEYOR

Are you a qualified Chartered Surveyor looking for your next move?

We are seeking a tenacious individual with drive, passion, expert knowledge and awareness of the local and regional property markets, and excellent communication skills. Our Commercial Department is very busy so being a team player is a must. 

The role is varied but key tasks include:

• Undertaking property inspections and producing marketing appraisals.
• Negotiating both leasehold and freehold deals with applicants and vendors/landlords.
• Identifying opportunities in the market.
• Providing an acquisition service for clients seeking a new commercial property.
• Dealing with a wide variety of properties across a range of sectors; industrial, office, retail, investment and commercial development.
• Undertaking Red Book Valuations
• Undertaking professional work including rent reviews and lease renewal negotiations

We offer a competitive salary, great working environment and flexible benefits package. If this role sounds like the next career move you are after, please email Guy.Gowing@arnoldskeys.com including your CV and a brief summary of why the job interests you, or for an informal conversation, please call Guy on 01603 216804

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGER

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the commercial department and in order to service our established client base and develop the department further, we are now seeking to strengthen the team and recruit an individual who is looking to develop their career in Norfolk.

Areas of work will include

• Maintain and enhance capital returns and value for clients
• Ensure prompt collection of rent and turnaround to clients
• Maintain and ensure correct service charge budgets are established
• Ensure tenants maintain their demised areas
• Oversee maintenance of the communal areas and plan and instigate major works
• Oversee and monitor health and safety and fire risk requirements, landlords and tenants
• Deal with agency and professional matters; new leases, lease renewals, rent reviews
• Monitor and instruct accounting functions (management accounts and fee accounts)
• Maintain good landlord and tenant relationships, explain and report clearly to both
• Monitor and consider strategy for management of each property
• Working within a team including a Commercial Property Accountant and Administrator

The post holder will work with the Partner and other Surveyors based in the Commercial Team in the Head Office in the centre of Norwich. The individual we are looking for will have excellent communication skills and a self-motivated approach. Experience of property management is preferred, however RICS qualification is not essential as Arnolds Keys are committed to career development and will provide training and support as needed. Most importantly, you will be comfortable working to deadlines and exhibit confidence, ambition and a natural flair for relationship building.

We offer a competitive salary, great working environment and flexible benefits package. If this role sounds like the next career move you are after, please email Guy.Gowing@arnoldskeys.com including your CV and a brief summary of why the job interests you, or for an informal conversation, please call Guy on 01603 216804

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RESIDENTIAL SURVEY & VALUATION SURVEYOR

New opportunity to join one of the East of England’s best reputed firms for residential surveys & valuations! Planned expansion of the residential professional team means we are looking for additional resource to undertake a mix of Home Buyer Reports, Mortgage Valuations and Building Surveys, depending on experience. You’ll need to be a RICS registered valuer with at least one year of post-qualification experience in residential surveying, or completing structured learning towards a professional designation.

It is important to us to be able to provide both a first class service to our clients, but also to make sure that the work/life balance is good for our colleagues, so we welcome applications from surveyors interested in both full and part time positions, as well as those seeking opportunities on a Consultancy or Flexible Hours basis.

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the commercial department and in order to service our established client base and develop the department further, we are now seeking to strengthen the team and recruit an individual who is looking to develop their career in Norfolk.

As the successful candidate you will;

• Be MRICS or AssocRICS qualified (working towards MRICS)
• Be a Registered Valuer
• Have recent experience and be passionate about the Residential Sector
• Have the desire to complete work to an exceptional standard in order to maintain the firm’s superior reputation
• Be proficient in Microsoft packages to include Word, Excel and Outlook
• Hold a valid UK Driving Licence
• Have excellent communication skills and a self-motivated approach.

The post holder will work with the Partner in charge of the Survey & Valuation Team in the Head Office in the centre of Norwich. Arnolds Keys are committed to career development and will provide training and support as needed. Most importantly, you will be comfortable working to deadlines and exhibit confidence, ambition and a natural flair for relationship building.

We offer a competitive salary, great working environment and flexible benefits package. If this role sounds like the next career move you are after, please email Jan.Hytch@arnoldskeys.com including your CV and a brief summary of why the job interests you, or for an informal conversation, please call Jan on 01603 216821

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