Application Deadline
30 September 2026
Department
Finance
Location
Torbay Council
Compensation
£48,738 - £51,928 / year
Job Description & Person Specification
There has never been a better time to join our Estates team at Torbay Council. We have a real momentum building with a shared sense of purpose and ambition. An opportunity has arisen within the Finance Directorate for a Senior Valuer in our Estates service team.
The role will provide a professional estate management service in respect of Torbay Council’s commercial portfolio and proactively identify opportunities to increase all commercial property returns to the Council. Delivering a full range of property valuation services in accordance with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Red Book and assisting with accommodation, land and property issues on behalf of the Council and its clients.
You will be part of a supportive, experienced team and you will be able to access excellent learning and development opportunities to support you in your role and personal development. Torbay is a fantastic place to visit, live and work, offering unrivalled quality of life for individuals and families.
We have a whole host of benefits, such as flexible office based or hybrid working, a commitment to your wellbeing and the Local Government Scheme. Interviews are likely to take place in-person at our office in Tor Hill House. Interviews are expected to be conducted during the week commencing 5th October 2026.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
At times there is a need to close our adverts earlier than the date specified, however this advert will not close before 3rd September 2026.
Skills
- Effective communication skills with the ability to comprehend and react appropriately to changing situations.
- Effective organisational and negotiating skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work with competing demands.
- Ability to work unsupervised to a good quality.
- Ability to work with external agencies, consultants, contractors and the public.
This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Knowledge
- Demonstrate some experience of property matters.
- Computer literate with an effective working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint.
Experience & Qualifications
- Contributing successfully to effective team working and successful inter-disciplinary initiatives.
- Degree and Membership of RICS. Alternatively Associate Membership of RICS.
- Evidence of continuous professional development.
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Senior Valuer - 37 Hours in Torquay employer: Torbay Council
Torbay Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and the families they serve. With flexible hours and hybrid working options, staff can achieve a healthy work-life balance while engaging in meaningful work that directly impacts the community. Opportunities for professional development and training ensure that employees can grow their skills and advance in their careers, making Torbay Council a rewarding place to work.
