Chartered Valuation Surveyor Associate

With over 35 years experience we are well-recognised as one of the most prominent and successful property companies in the North of England. We offer a multi-disciplinary practice with services provided in Valuation & Lease Advisory Commercial Agency Residential Agency Land & Development Building Surveying Property Management and New Homes.

Over recent years the company has grown beyond the North East and now has a presence in Leeds Manchester Carlisle and Birmingham.

Due to continued business growth we are looking to recruit a Chartered Valuation Surveyor / Associate to join our expanding Valuation & Lease Advisory team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified surveyor to take responsibility for a varied portfolio of valuation instructions while developing strong client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the department. The role will involve working across a range of commercial property sectors and undertaking valuations for a variety of purposes including secured lending financial reporting accounts taxation acquisitions and disposals.

Working alongside experienced colleagues and the wider business you will provide high-quality valuation advice support business development activities and contribute to the progression of junior team members.

Responsibilities:

• Undertake and manage a varied portfolio of commercial property valuation instructions.

• Prepare Red Book-compliant valuation reports for secured lending financial reporting accounts taxation acquisition disposal and other purposes.

• Inspect commercial residential development and investment properties recording relevant information accurately.

• Carry out market research comparable evidence analysis and relevant financial calculations.

• Provide valuation and property advice to clients lenders investors owners and other professional contacts.

• Maintain up to date knowledge of local regional and national property markets.

• Manage instructions from initial enquiry through to completion ensuring deadlines and client requirements are met.

• Communicate effectively with clients agents solicitors lenders accountants and other stakeholders.

• Assist with business development including identifying opportunities preparing fee proposals and attending client meetings.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.

• Support the training development and supervision of graduate surveyors and other junior team members where required.

• Maintain accurate records of instructions contacts reports and other relevant information.

• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with professional standards company procedures regulatory requirements and the RICS Valuation Global Standards.

• Contribute to the wider objectives and continued development of the Valuation & Lease Advisory team.

Requirements

• MRICS qualified with a relevant degree or professional qualification in surveying real estate or a related discipline.

• Previous experience in commercial property valuation ideally within a consultancy professional services or property practice environment.

• Strong knowledge of valuation methodologies market analysis and relevant RICS standards.

• Experience preparing Red Book-compliant valuation reports.

• Ability to inspect and value a broad range of commercial property types.

• Strong understanding of property markets across the North East and wider Northern England would be advantageous.

• Excellent analytical report-writing and numerical skills.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the confidence to deal directly with clients and professional contacts.

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple instructions and meet strict deadlines.

• Commercially aware proactive and committed to delivering a high-quality client service.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word Excel and Outlook.

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business travel.