Believ: ABOUT US
At Believ, formerly known as Liberty Charge, we’re committed to sustainable transport being accessible to everyone. We’re a Charge Point Operator (CPO) on a mission to create the UK’s most reliable electric vehicle charging network that doesn’t cost the earth and leaves no one behind. Providing equitable access to electric vehicle charging, and achieving cleaner air for all, is at the heart of the Believ mission. We work closely with local authorities and businesses to deliver reliable, high quality charging networks at pace, at scale and at zero cost.
We offer all the advantages of being a scale-up business, but with the added security and long-term backing from well-known parents – Liberty Global (who also own our delivery partner, Virgin Media O2) and Zouk Capital (who manage the Government’s Charging Investment Infrastructure Fund).
You’ll be joining this exciting journey at the start of our scale-up phase, and working with us to hit the ambitious targets our shareholders have set. You’ll become part of a passionate and supportive team in a fast-paced, dynamic and result-driven environment.
About the role
As a Surveyor within the Private Sector team, you will take a leading role throughout the full acquisition lifecycle, including identifying new sites, undertaking feasibility assessments and securing Heads of Terms. You will be responsible for the negotiation of Heads of Terms and execution of these in the lease negotiations through to transaction completion. You will report directly to the Senior Surveyor and play an integral role in contributing to Believ’s EV Pipeline.
Site Acquisitions
- Assist the acquisition team to identify and assess new-to-industry EV charging locations and work closely with internal teams and external agents.
- Negotiate commercial terms with landlords and their representatives to secure optimal site agreements (lease agreements / potentially freeholds).
- Undertake site due diligence, desktop reviews, real estate title analysis, access/rights appraisals, and work with our in house Operations team to assess grid capacity and site feasibility
Transaction Management
- With support from the Senior Surveyor, lead negotiations from heads of terms to completed leases, ensuring commercially viable terms for Believ.
- Support in the due diligence process for potential sites, including title searches, surveys and other necessary investigations.
- Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely and efficient site development.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with property transactions.
About you
At Believ, we are building a culture that attracts and retains the best talent. We are a dedicated and high-performing team, accustomed to working at pace in an ever-evolving industry, and we are looking for people who are as passionate as us about cutting carbon emissions and providing cleaner air for all. The successful candidate will have the following attributes and skills:
- Strong negotiation and communication skills.
- Experience in the successful delivery of real estate transactions in the UK.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.
- Experience working with solicitors and providing property expertise for contracts, leases, etc.
- Enthusiastic and proactive.
Qualifications:
- Experience: A newly qualified MRICS Chartered Surveyor is preferred or a minimum of 2 years in the real estate sector.
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and bonus scheme
- 25 days’ annual leave, plus the usual 8 UK Bank Holidays and the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year*
- Access to wellbeing and mental health benefits such as the Calm app, personal medical insurance, critical illness cover, dental, optical & travel insurance, income protection and life assurance
- Pension contribution matched up to 10%
- Access to our car benefit scheme and cycle to work scheme
- Access to our online learning platform to continue to develop and grow your career with us.
- 16 hours a year Volunteer Time Off to support causes that are important to you
- Virgin Media / O2 discounts and offers
- Access to VIP Arena Suites at the O2 Arena (London) and First Direct Arena (Leeds)
- Enhanced parental leave policies
* This perk can only be availed for the following calendar year by employees who started before 1st December
Location
The business is currently based in our office in Southwark. The position is full time, hybrid with 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) based in the office. Believ is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our people.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
