The award also confers full membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

The Assessment of Professional Competence is a programme of practical experience and continuing professional development. It marks the culmination of extensive training provided by Galbraith, along with hard work and dedication from the candidates themselves.

Martin Cassels, Chief Executive of Galbraith, said: “We are delighted that all eight candidates have passed their APC which is just reward for their hard work and commitment over many months.

Galbraith places the utmost importance on recruiting the best graduates and subsequent professional development, involving a robust programme of training, coupled with hands-on experience in the field.

“RICS qualifications, and membership of relevant professional bodies, are key to fostering confidence among clients when they seek professional property advice. We wish all eight new surveyors continued success as they progress their career with the firm.”

The eight new chartered surveyors include five members of the firm’s rural division – Ian  Armstrong based in Aberdeen, Anna Fisher, Olivia Smith and Alistair Torrance working from the firm’s Stirling office and Claire Macdonald, based in Inverness.

In the Galbraith building consultancy division, Alan Henderson and Josh Lamb also passed their APC, both based in the firm’s headquarters in Edinburgh.

In the firm’s estate agency team, Iain Paterson provides residential sales and rural advice for clients, based in the Perth office.

Ian Armstrong, Claire, Anna and Olivia passed at the end of 2023, with their colleagues passing in 2024.

Galbraith is a leading independent property consultancy with expertise covering a broad spectrum of services, including residential, commercial and rural property agency and advice, building consultancy, farm sales, forestry, utilities and energy.