Valuation Surveyor - Retail - Birmingham / Bristol

Purpose of the Role

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. Secondary focus on investment valuations in the same sectors. 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

Person Specification

Skills and Experience

• Relevant qualification / RICS Chartered Status - Essential
• A minimum of one to two years post-qualification experience - Desirable
• Application of appropriate valuation techniques - Essential
• Thorough approach to valuations - Essential
• Report preparation - Essentia
• Understanding Accounts and Leases - Desirable
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills - Essential
• Very strong IT skills with excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office - Essential
• Knowledge of trade sector and current market trends - Desirable
• Knowledge of relevant legislation - Desirable

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

Please note we are unable to accept applicants who require visa at present or in the future.

To apply, please send your CV to jobs@christie.com

For more information, please contact megan.parker@christie.com