672 - Senior/Associate Surveyor - Rural Valuations in Oxford

Following recent growth and success, we have an exciting opportunity for a RICS Chartered Surveyor / Registered Valuer to join our highly respected, friendly and ambitious rural valuation team in Summertown, Oxford. The post holder will work alongside the Head of Rural Valuation, assisting with the delivery of national and regional rural asset portfolios; together with the valuation of a range of agricultural land, farms, equestrian property, land estates and country houses for a wide range of purposes working with existing clients and developing new relationships and work-streams.

The role will give the successful applicant an opportunity to join an expanding national team of over 45 rural valuers, providing valuation advice to a range of clients. The partnership’s Rural Division includes a diverse range of teams involved in the rural sector of which the Valuation Team forms part. It is a dedicated, independent and professional team focused purely on valuations for a range of clients and purposes including financial reporting, inheritance tax, capital gains tax, secured lending, succession planning and general valuation professional advice.

We offer a competitive salary which includes a fantastic benefits package containing a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave, health cash plans, cycle to work scheme and so on. In addition, we welcome applications from those seeking flexible or agile working arrangements.

Main tasks

• Working alongside an experienced Oxford based team to meet an increasing level of instructions and support to growth of the rural valuation product, service and turnover.
• For the right candidate there is opportunity to specialise and develop within emerging valuation sectors and specialisms.
• Day to day roles include but are not limited to:
• Valuation of rural property for all purposes including loan security, taxation, and expert witness purposes including farms, estates and residential property, and specialist valuations of property within the rural sector.
• Servicing an existing workflow of specialist valuation advice within our Oxford regional team, with an emphasis on the surrounding counties.
• Assisting in the delivery of financial reporting valuations for private office clients, banks, county councils, educational institutions, and government organisations, including a national asset portfolio of nature assets. To include liaison with client and auditors.
• The valuation of a range of rural asset classes, including farms and farmland, rural diversified estates, residential, commercial and energy assets; woodland and nature assets; heritage and specialist agricultural assets.
• Delivery of Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) agency work.
• Contributing to the growth of the business by identifying and developing viable fee earning opportunities including general professional work.
• Liaison with research and marketing teams to promote valuation and the valuation team of experts.

What will it take to be successful?

The diversity of the modern landed estate means that we will consider those experienced candidates outside of the traditional rural sector, including those of a more specialist, or sector focused, background looking to relocate or refocus into the rural sector. We are looking for enthusiasm, integrity and a determined attitude to deliver the valuation product to a high standard, with client care at the centre of their attention; someone who can manage multiple projects and deal with a variety of work.

You will enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, working directly with clients who own, manage and shape a diverse rural landscape where you will need to be flexible in your approach and be a supportive and collaborative team member who is prepared to participate in managing and developing other team members. You will need to be RICS Qualified with experience in a rural surveying role. It would be preferable if you have valuation experience along with being an RICS Registered Valuer. A member of the CAAV preferred but not essential. You must also be able to demonstrate you have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation and have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. As there is a certain amount of travel involved in the role, a full driving licence is essential.