Valuation Surveyor

Job Purpose

The Valuation Surveyor (Estates) will be responsible for delivering valuation services primarily residential in line with the Councils strategic objectives, operational purposes and financial requirements.

To provide valuation services across all Council departments and to Members including but not limited to:

• Right to Buy valuations under the Housing Acts
• Freehold reversion valuations (residential)
• Leasehold extension valuations (residential)
• Annual residential asset valuations for accounting purposes
• Creation of garden licences in association with Legal Services
• Approval of grant aid for dropped kerbs
• RICS valuations as requested by other services
• Support the Property Manager in all landlord and tenant matters related to Redditch Borough Council's commercial property portfolio.
• Undertake actions relating to lettings, lease renewals, rent reviews and associated negotiations.
• Ensure delivery of a customer‑focused, efficient and compliant valuation and estates management service.
• Deliver services efficiently, effectively and equitably.
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.
• Reflect and uphold the Councils core values and strategic purposes.
• Provide outstanding customer service demonstrating trust, accountability, empathy and adaptability.
• Comply with all relevant Health and Safety and Data Protection legislation.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.

Minimum of 2 years experience in a similar estates or property management role.

Experience managing operational, non‑operational and commercial property assets.

Experience in lettings, lease and licence negotiations and ongoing property management.

Good knowledge of local and regional property markets.

Strong understanding of property landlord and tenant legislation.

Sound knowledge of valuation principles and methods particularly for residential Right to Buy and leasehold extensions.

Awareness of residential leasehold legislation.

Understanding of Health and Safety, Planning and Building Regulations (desirable).

Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and Registered Valuer (essential).

Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline (desirable).

Management or leadership qualification (desirable).

Proven experience in residential property surveying. Strong knowledge of current building regulations and standards. Fully qualified Building Surveyor (e.g. RICS accreditation or equivalent).

• Business Development
• Litigation
• GAAP
• Accounting
• Pricing
• Analysis Skills
• Research Experience
• Securities Law
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Modeling
• Leadership Experience
• Mentoring

Full Time

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