Valuation Surveyor - Retail - Birmingham

Purpose of the Role

To provide valuation services across the Retail sector with a focus on going concern convenience, roadside retail (petrol stations), garden centres and other trading assets valued having regard to trading potential. You will be a key member of the Christie & Co valuation team of experts and be expected to network with banks, investors, accountants, and operators.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Compliance with RICS rules and regulations and company policies
• Build internal and external relationships
• Develop your external network of key contacts, including operators, solicitor, accountants and other professional bodies
• Generate business using email, telephone, individual initiatives and other marketing
• Maintain awareness of market activity
• Responding efficiently and effectively to direct enquiries from prospective clients
• Surveying and valuing properties and trading businesses to determine value
• Preparing and delivering detailed reports
• Working to and achieving targets
• Cross-selling Group companies
• Using and diligently maintaining the Christie & Co CRM database of contacts, properties and projects

Working Relationships and Contacts

You will work alongside our lead surveyor and agents who form a national team of specialist retail experts. You will report to the Managing Director, whilst retaining a good level of autonomy. Our brand, company reputation and market knowledge will help you to open doors and become a trusted advisor for clients to rely upon with confidence. You will also work closely with Christie Group company colleagues to cross-sell and gain business.

General Responsibilities

• To be a good ambassador for the company
• Manage your diary effectively
• Be responsible for your own health and safety and that of your colleagues, in accordance with the Health & Safety At Work Act (1974) and relevant EC directives;
• To work in accordance with the Data Protection Act
• Adhere to all other company policies and procedures
• To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected

Skills and Experience

• Relevant qualification / RICS Chartered Status

• A minimum of one to two years post-qualification experience

• Application of appropriate valuation techniques 

• Thorough approach to valuations 

• Report preparation 

• Understanding Accounts and Leases 

• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills 

• Very strong IT skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office 

• Knowledge of trade sector and current market trends

• Knowledge of relevant legislation 

Personal Characteristics

• Professional with high standards
• Able to develop strong working relationships
• Sales and service oriented
• Communication skills, listening carefully and giving feedback
• Numerate with strong analytical skills
• Meticulous and methodical in approach
• Self-motivated and able to use initiative
• Driven and energetic;
• Honest and trustworthy
• Team player
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Strong organisational skills;
• Calm, considered approach when handling diverse demands
• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

What can we offer?

• Competitive commission structure
• Enhanced maternity and paternity 
• Car allowance and car insurance
• Mileage support
• Life assurance
• Employee wellbeing assistance via Plumm
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eye care vouchers
• 30 days paid sick leave per calendar year

If you would like to apply for this position and learn more, please email your CV to: jobs@christie.com