Associate Director - Affordable Housing Valuation - London - Up to £60,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus

Invictus Group; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Director for its esteemed real estate valuation team. This hybrid position in Central London focuses on providing expert valuation advice in the affordable housing sector. You will engage with prestigious institutional investors, manage complex valuation projects, and mentor junior team members. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this role offers significant career growth opportunities within a supportive team culture. If you're driven and passionate about real estate, this is a fantastic chance to advance your career in a rapidly expanding field.

Benefits

Car allowance

Structured training

Professional development

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification with relevant post-qualified experience required.
• Experience in residential or affordable housing valuation projects.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate valuations for loan security and investment purposes.
• Lead valuation projects and prepare high-quality reports.

Skills

Valuation Skills

Excel

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

MRICS qualification

Tools

Argus Developer

Job description

About the Role:

A unique opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Associate Director to join a leading real estate valuation team with a growing presence in the affordable housing sector. This hybrid role, based in Central London, will focus on delivering high-quality valuation advice for affordable housing and social living portfolios, working with a diverse range of institutional investors and lending clients.

This role offers strong career development within a niche and expanding team, backed by a nationwide advisory platform. With a focus on For-Profit Registered Providers and private sector clients, this team is a key growth area and provides exposure to a range of exciting valuation mandates and data-led client solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver accurate and timely valuations for purposes including loan security, accounting, investment, and fund reporting.
• Lead on valuation projects and support in preparing high-quality reports, analysis, and property inspections.
• Take ownership of initial valuation panelling and data quality assurance.
• Manage large datasets and carry out valuation modelling (including DCF).
• Oversee and mentor junior team members and assist in managing deliverables from overseas support teams.
• Collaborate with internal teams to maintain standards and drive innovation in reporting and modelling.
• Act as a key client contact, ensuring consistent delivery of service excellence.
• Support senior leadership with business development initiatives including RFPs and pitch preparation.
• Maintain compliance with risk and quality assurance protocols.
• Contribute to wider departmental initiatives and support cross-sector collaboration.

Requirements:

• MRICS qualification (or equivalent) with relevant post-qualified experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading on valuation projects within residential or affordable housing sectors.
• Strong skills in Excel and preferably Argus Developer.
• Proven ability to manage multiple valuations simultaneously and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• A proactive and commercially minded approach.
• High attention to detail with excellent analytical skills.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Why Apply?

• Be part of a nationally recognised valuation team focused on the rapidly growing affordable housing sector.
• Work with high-profile clients and leading financial institutions.
• Opportunity to grow and progress your career within an expanding specialist area.
• Enjoy a supportive team culture with the flexibility of hybrid working.
• Receive a competitive salary package of up to £60,000 + car allowance + bonus.
• Access to structured training and professional development.