Christie & Co – May 2024 Job Description –Valuations Surveyor

Valuation Surveyor

Job Description

Office Location: Birmingham Based

Department: Retail & Leisure

The Role

Purpose of the Role

Provide valuation services across the Retail & Leisure sectors (not pubs restaurants & hotels) with a

focus on going concern convenience, roadside retail (petrol stations), garden centres and other

trading leisure assets valued having regard to trading potential. Eg visitor attractions, holidays /

caravan parks etc, You will provide advice and valuations on going concern and investment

properties across the UK primality focussed on secured lending and portfolio valuations. Working

as a key member of the valuation team of experts you will build strong relationships with major

clients, banks, investors, accountants and operators.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Arranging and attending the inspection of properties.

• Analysing trading and property information supplied or researched.

• Calculating the value of trading businesses and investment properties to determine value;

• Generating business through the use of email, telephone prospecting, individual initiatives and

being aware of market activity;

• Responding efficiently and effectively to direct enquiries from clients and applicants;

• Preparing marketing literature and detailed reports;

• Working to and achieving targets;

• Developing and liaising with key contacts, including solicitor, accountants and other

professional bodies;

• Understanding Accounts and Leases;

• Using valuation techniques;

• Cross-selling Christie Group plc companies;

• Dealing with clients in a timely and appropriate fashion;

• Building internal and external relationships.

Working Relationships and Contacts

You will work alongside our lead surveyor and agents who form a national team of specialist retail

& leisure experts. You will report to the Head of Retail & Leisure Valuation, 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.

Christie & Co – May 2024 Job Description –Valuations Surveyor

General Responsibilities

• To be a good ambassador for the company;

• To adhere to the company’s Equal Opportunities policy in all activities, and to actively promote

equality of opportunity wherever possible;

• To 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;

• To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected.

Person Specification

Skills and Experience

• Relevant Real Estate Degree; Essential

• RICS Chartered Status; Essential

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

• 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; Preferable

• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as the Consumer Protection from

Unfair Trading Regulations, Business Protection from Misleading

Marketing Regulations, Estate Agents Act and Money Laundering

Regulations;

Essential

• Report preparation skills. Essential

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.