Trainee Associate Surveyor

Trainee Associate Surveyor 2026 – LSL Property Services plc

UK‑Remote

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.

You wouldn’t expect anything less from a business with our heritage. Our central team provides invaluable support to all customers and clients, and we are committed to the personal and professional development of all our people. Flexible benefits, Share Save and BAYE schemes, and a fresh approach to incentive earnings help differentiate us from the competition.

We are inviting applications for our 2026 intake of trainees. It’s an excellent time to start a career as a surveyor.

• 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

• A RICS or CIOB accredited degree or post‑graduate qualification, plus at least one year of industry‑relevant work experience.
• A RICS‑approved relevant HND, HNC, NVQ Level 3 diploma, BTEC or foundation degree, plus at least two years of industry‑related work experience.
• Four or more years of industry‑relevant experience.

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

• Eligibility for the 1‑year route to Assoc
  
  RICS accreditation and a strong base knowledge of Residential Building Pathology.
• A genuine passion for property and strong pathology knowledge.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and build effective relationships.
• 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, we are a great choice for your next career move.

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

• Sponsorship for the Assoc
  
  RICS qualification (including payment of all RICS fees)
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension
• 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance (after Assoc
  
  RICS qualification)
• Death in service assurance
• Share incentive schemes

“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 Assoc

RICS qualification.”

Kevin Cunningham – Former Assoc

RICS, now MRICS Surveyor

“e.surv’s Trainee Surveyor scheme has been fantastic. It enabled me to kickstart my career as an Assoc

RICS 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

If you would like to apply for a place on our Trainee Associate Surveyor Programme, please email  and include your preferred location from our list in your cover letter.

Building pathology is a major factor in selection and rejection judgement.

LSL Property Services are dedicated to protecting your data – our Recruitment Privacy Notice can be viewed at the LSL Property Services Careers website. 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.