Handling around 30% of all UK residential mortgage valuations, Countrywide Surveying Services is an appointed valuer to all major lenders in the UK and is one of the largest employers of residential surveyors and valuers, employing around 350 residential surveyors across the UK.
An established market-leader for over two decades, the business prides itself on technological innovation, a strong service offering, and speedy client response times. As a result, the team have picked up a number of awards over the years, including the title of ‘Best Surveyor’ at the 2011 British Mortgage awards, 2011 Equity Release Awards and 2011 myintroducer.com Awards, in addition to Gold at Mortgage Finance Gazette Awards 2011 for ‘Best Use of Technology’.
Paul Chapman joined Countrywide Surveying Services in December 2011 as Head of Field Operations, tasked with maximising the operational efficiency of the group’s surveying workforce and assisting with the development of new products and services for Countrywide's extensive client base.
With over 15 years of experience in the property industry and an MA in Business & Management, Paul has previously held management posts at Colleys Surveyors within Lloyds Banking Group. As Managing Director, Paul will have sole responsibility for the division and he will report directly to Paul Creffield, Corporate Operations Director at Countrywide.
Paul Creffield, Corporate Operations Director at Countrywide, comments:
“Over the last two years, we have focused on the development of our proposition and our services and as a result, Countrywide Surveying Services has performed extremely well.
“As the business continues to grow at a significant pace, it is important that we continue to strengthen the management team and ensure the right people are in place to support that growth.
“Since joining, Paul Chapman has assisted the Board in securing new client wins, expressing strong determination into the development and strengthening of Countrywide’s offering. I have been impressed by Paul’s commitment in driving the business forward and I am delighted to announce his appointment as Managing Director of Countrywide Surveying Services.”
Paul Chapman said:
“Now responsible for nearly a third of all residential mortgage valuations across the UK, Countrywide Surveying Services has gone from strength to strength over the years. I am delighted to be appointed Managing Director of Countrywide Surveying Services and I look forward to exploring the opportunities for further business growth and success.”
