Assistant Manager, Real Estate Valuations (Audit Support)

KPMG UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audit firm in Dubai is seeking an Assistant Manager specializing in real estate valuations. The role involves providing support to audit teams, reviewing valuation methodologies, and mentoring team members. Candidates should have a strong understanding of valuation methods, relevant qualifications, and excellent communication skills. The offer includes a competitive salary, bonuses, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive tax-free salary

Performance-based annual bonus

Annual leave and flight ticket

Visa sponsorship

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible and hybrid working options

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of all 5 valuation methods.
• 5-6 years of experience in real estate valuations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review valuation methodologies with Audit Teams.
• Challenge management's key assumptions.
• Perform market research on transaction prices.

Skills

Valuation methods understanding

Valuation modeling skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or MSc. in Real Estate

Full/Associate member of RICS

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description - Assistant Manager, Real Estate Valuations (Audit Support) - Arabic Speaker

As a real estate valuations specialist, you will provide support to Audit Teams by reviewing real estate valuations across a wide range of sectors prepared by Management (or third-party valuation professionals retained by Management) for financial reporting purposes. You will also provide assurance that valuation estimates reported in financial statements are reasonable, well supported by market data, and aligned with the requisite valuation standards.

Responsibilities :

• Work closely with Audit Teams in KSA, UAE, and Oman to review the appropriateness of valuation methodologies and underlying assumptions.
• Help Audit Teams to robustly challenge management's key assumptions and judgements with an appropriate level of professional skepticism.
• Perform market research on comparable transaction prices, rental rates, discount rates, and yields.
• Develop valuation models for assessing key value drivers and sensitivities.
• Engage with Management and the Audit Team to resolve any issues identified.
• Report findings clearly and concisely, documenting review procedures and market evidence supporting valuation conclusions.
• Coach team members in technical valuation skills and industry knowledge to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Education and Qualifications :

• Deep understanding of all 5 valuation methods.
• Bachelor's degree or MSc. in Real Estate or equivalent.
• Full member or Associate member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

Experience :

• 5-6 years of experience in real estate valuations.
• Excellent valuation modeling skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

What's on Offer :

• Competitive tax-free salary + performance-based annual bonus.
• Annual leave and flight ticket.
• Visa sponsorship including costs for immediate family members.
• Private Medical Insurance (including family cover).
• Flexible and hybrid working options.