Jobs in Ecton

Berrys

At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets.

You will be part of a multi-disciplinary team made up of surveyors, engineers, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone – expanding your skills and building new connections.

The role sits within our established Business Support team which provides dedicated support to our Rural professional teams. The successful candidate will play an important role in the day-to-day coordination and administration of professional consultancy work, supporting fee earners in delivering an efficient and high-quality service to clients. 

Role Profile - Business Support Advisor:

The role of Business Support Advisor will provide dedicated administrative and operational support to Rural Surveyors, particularly across valuation, agency and rural professional work. The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive and detail-focused, supporting the preparation, coordination and compliance of rural consultancy services, acting as a key point of contact for clients.

Responsibilities will include:

General business support: 

Audio typing (desirable not essential) of reports, letters and professional documents

Set up and maintain projects and records on internal systems 

Monitor project progress and support surveyors in meeting key deadlines

Manage diaries, including prioritisation of work and deadlines for report completion

Support invoicing, fee proposals and financial administration

Produce reports to support team performance and workflow monitoring

Valuations support: 

Review, format and proofread valuation reports prior to issue

Undertake background research (property details) to support surveyors preparing valuation reports

Rural professional work: 

Provide administrative support for grazing/lease agreements and other rural landlord & tenant professional matters

Agency support: 

Prepare property particulars for rural agency instructions (sales, lettings, land)

Use Reapit software to manage listings and client/property data

Liaise with vendors & purchasers for viewings etc

Compliance: 

Carry out Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Sanctions checks in line with regulatory requirements

Maintain accurate compliance records and documentation

Technology & process: 

Use AI tools where appropriate to improve efficiency, formatting and document preparation

Identify and suggest improvements to administrative processes

Person Specification - Business Support Advisor

We are looking for a conscientious individual with initiative.  They will take a proactive and adaptable stance, suggesting solutions to problems, whilst acting swiftly on any request for help. 

Essential Skills & Experience:

Previous administrative experience within a professional services environment (property, legal, surveying or similar preferred)

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines whilst maintaining high attention to detail

Confident communicator with a client-focused approach

Experience preparing professional documents and reports

Competent user of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Ability to work independently and proactively with minimal supervision

Willingness to learn new software and compliance procedures

Adaptable and able to work in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative team player with a positive attitude 

Hours:  37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday (in line with our Agile Working Philosophy)

Benefits - Business Support Advisor

The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop.

We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience 

We will fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and approved training

We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via AXA

We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab

We offer an Agile Working Philosophy allowing for a mix of office and remote working

We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays 

An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday

We give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service 

There is potential for discretionary bonus 

We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST)

Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services

We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work scheme

Closing Date: 6th July 2026

*Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria