EIGHT new graduate surveyors are joining property consultants, Galbraiths.

Working in offices across Scotland and the North of England, the graduates join the team from various universities.

Head of Galbraith rural department, Ian Hope, said; “Our priority is to attract and retain the best and brightest talent to join us at Galbraith and develop their property careers.

“This year those embarking on their surveying qualification face the additional challenge of virtual learning in order to became a member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Galbraith has adapted to changing circumstances and we offer a programme of support to enable our new recruits to progress in their chosen field and to reach their full potential.

“Our rural division has continued to grow in recent years based on the outstanding service provided to our clients. Rural businesses face a high degree of uncertainty but there remain significant opportunities for estates and farms, especially where good internet connection can be offered. We are investing in the future by further expanding our team.”

The new graduates joining the firm are as Gillian Young in the Stirling office; Claire MacDonald in the Inverness office; Katie Marr in the Penrith office; Heather Warburton in the Hexham office; Rachel Urquhart the Inverness office; Andrew Sanderson in the Perth office; Calum Chalmers in the Perth office and Edward Fletcher in the Edinburgh office.