Chartered Valuation Surveyor / Associate
8 days ago
Glasgow
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. • 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., • 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr