Reinstatement Costs Assessment - Surveyor

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; City Of London, Croydon; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job description

Reinstatement Costs Assessment - Surveyor

Working hours: This role is available on a part-time, job-share and full-time basis

Location: Home-based, London, South-East UK

Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience, plus car and allowances

Closing Date: 18th April 2025

We have an opportunity for a surveyor to join our diverse, passionate and thought-leading team. Zurich Resilience Solutions is pivotal to supporting our customers internally and externally, with market-leading risk management solutions which include onsite assessment, desktop assessment, account management, thought leadership advice and much more.

This is a fantastically diverse and rewarding role which will involve providing assessments of building reinstatement costs for insurance purposes to a range of public sector and commercial clients.

The successful candidate would demonstrate experience of delivering reinstatement cost assessments across a range of industries. A similar role would be that of a Trainee Surveyor, Assistant Surveyor, Surveyor, Senior Surveyor.

We are open to applications from all levels of experience up to Senior Surveyor but experience in Reinstatement costs is required.

The role is home-based, and candidates will need to travel to customer sites across the UK. A company car will be provided.

What will you be doing?

1. Undertake desktop and on-site assessments in-line with local and global guidelines.
2. Produce bespoke reports to a professional standard and delivered to stakeholders in a timely manner.
3. Identify and consult with new and existing stakeholders where opportunities exist to generate additional revenue.
4. Contribute to thought leadership and technical insight delivered to customers, business partners and colleagues through events, communications and other publications.
5. Prioritise individual workload to deliver for our customers efficiently and effectively.
6. Support less experienced colleagues and be a technical referral point for building valuations.

What are we looking for?

1. Building or Quantity Surveyor with a Degree (or similar) in Building Surveying/Quantity Surveying
2. Assoc RICS / MRICS Qualification would be advantageous
3. Consultative approach with the ability to recognise opportunities to generate revenue
4. Excellent presentation and customer engagement skills; experienced at influencing and negotiation
5. Build trusted relationships and promote collaborative teamwork, seeking diverse perspectives from internal and external partners
6. A full UK driving licence.

As an inclusive employer, we want to ensure that all candidates feel comfortable and are able to perform at their best during the interview. You’ll have the opportunity to let us know of any reasonable adjustment or practical support needed when you apply.

What will you get in return?

Everyone’s different. That’s why at Zurich, we offer a wide range of employee benefits so our people can choose what fits them and their life. Our benefits provide real flexibility so our people can make considered choices and tailor their benefits throughout the year. Our benefits include 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme, annual company bonus, private medical insurance and the option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.

If you're interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

Our Culture

At Zurich, our sense of community is strong and we’re particularly passionate about diversity and inclusion, which we’ve won numerous awards for. We want our people to bring the whole of themselves to work and ensure everybody is made to feel welcome, regardless of their background, beliefs or culture. We want our employees to reflect the diversity of our customers, and so are committed to treating all of our applicants fairly and with respect, irrespective of their actual or assumed background, disability or any other protected characteristic.

We’re passionate about supporting employees to help others by getting involved in volunteering, charitable and community activity.

So make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported, Love what you do. Work for us.

The financials

• 12% defined non-contributory pension scheme.
• Annual company bonus.
• Income Protection.
• Life cover - four times your salary.

Time away

• 25 days holiday a year plus bank holidays.
• You can also request to swap UK bank holidays for days off that have cultural or religious significance to you.
• The option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday.
• Three days paid volunteering.
• Up to 16 weeks' full pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave.

Your health is important to us

• Access to Private medical insurance.
• Virtual GP appointments.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Free flu jab.
• Access to a wealth of support from our wellbeing partners.

We're making a difference

• Creating a brighter, more sustainable future underpins all that we do here in Zurich. We were the first insurer to sign the ‘UN Business Ambition for 1.5˚C’ pledge.
• Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has awarded grants and volunteered time to deserving causes in the UK valued at over £90 million.