Rural Valuation Surveyor

We are looking for a Rural Valuation Surveyor

MAIN OBJECTIVE:                                      A varied role for a RICS Chartered Surveyor / Registered Valuer to join our highly respected rural valuation team in Oxford, Summertown to work alongside the Head of Rural Valuation within Carter Jonas, assisting with the delivery of national and regional rural asset portfolios; together with the valuation of a range of agricultural land, farms, equestrian property, landed estates and country houses for a wide range of purposes working with existing clients and developing new relationships and work-streams. 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.

MAIN TASKS:

• To work within the existing rural team in Oxford, with the primary focus of growing the Rural valuations business to include valuations for loan security, expert witness and tax and financial reporting purposes.
• Contribution to the growth of the business by identifying new business opportunities across the Rural valuation sector.
• Assist in the delivery of major projects.
• Financial and client reporting.
• Delivery of valuation reports in accordance with client instructions and RICS Valuation Standards.
• Participation in the ongoing development and implementation of an effective profit centre business plan developed in-line with the Carter Jonas vision.
• Take an active role in the development and implementation of efficient, ‘best practice’ internal systems and processes, optimising IT and other resources.

NB. This job description is not exhaustive and the jobholder may be required to undertake reasonable additional duties from time to time to ensure the efficient running of the department and client delivery.

Person Specification

Essential skills, qualifications, knowledge and experience

• At least 2 years post qualification experience
• RICS registered valuer
• Good working knowledge of relevant legislation
• Adheres to the RICS Rules of Conduct or relevant professional body where appropriate
• Experience of delivering and managing multiple projects
• A business development-orientated attitude, with a focus on providing excellent customer service.
• Actively seeks out continuous self-development, broadening knowledge and experience
• Ability to seek out new opportunities for the team as well as referrals across divisions
• Strong communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Competent with MS Office
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable skills, qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Regional geographical knowledge
• Local banking and professional contacts
• AMC agent and/or valuer experience

Our Values:

• Approachable – We treat every relationship with respect, integrity and warmth
• Effective – We do what we say we will, we do it well and we’re accountable

Please let me know if you would like further information – James Tarr – james.tarr@templepm  - (phone number removed)