Associate - Valuation Advisory

Cushman & Wakefield; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Leeds is seeking a motivated Associate to join our Valuation Advisory team. The role offers ownership of valuation instructions and exposure to lenders, investors and developers.

You should be MRICS qualified with strong commercial valuation experience and be ready to progress within a leading global real estate advisory business. The successful candidate will work with colleagues across agency, capital markets and lease advisory, delivering high-quality reports and

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified, ideally with RICS Registered Valuer status.
• Experience within commercial property valuation at Surveyor/Senior Surveyor or Associate level.
• Experience preparing valuation reports for secured lending, financial reporting and advisory purposes.
• Understanding of commercial property investment markets and valuation methodologies.
• Strong analytical, numerical, organisational and report-writing skills.
• Commercial awareness with client-facing confidence.
• Proven ability to manage valuation instructions and workloads.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proactive approach to business development.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of valuation instructions from engagement to completion.
• Carry out property inspections and prepare valuation reports according to RICS Red Book.
• Provide valuation and advisory services across commercial property assets.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with lenders, investors and developers.
• Work with agency, capital markets, lease advisory and valuation teams nationwide.
• Develop market knowledge and provide insight into market trends and movements.
• Support senior colleagues with business development and client pitches.
• Contribute to the development of junior team members and share knowledge.
• Ensure work is delivered to a high professional and compliance standard.

Skills

MRICS

RICS Registered Valuer

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Report writing

Communication skills

Client relationships

Business development

UK driving licence

Commercial property valuation

Valuation methodologies

Education

MRICS qualification

Tools

RICS Red Book

Job description

Job Title Associate - Valuation Advisory Job Description Summary tbc Job Description The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen to join the Valuation Advisory team at Cushman & Wakefield, based in Leeds. We are seeking a motivated and commercially minded Associate to join our growing valuation team. This role is suited to an MRICS-qualified surveyor with strong commercial valuation experience who is looking to take the next step in their career within a leading global real estate advisory business. The successful candidate will play an important role in delivering high-quality valuation advice to a broad client base including lenders, investors, developers and property companies. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of valuation instructions, develop client relationships and work closely with experienced valuation professionals and colleagues across the wider business. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Surveyor or Senior Surveyor looking to progress into an Associate position, or an existing Associate seeking a new challenge within a growing regional team.

Key Responsibilities

Undertake and manage valuations for a variety of purposes, including:

• Secured lending
• Financial reporting
• Acquisitions and disposals
• Portfolio analysis
• Strategic advisory assignments

Core Duties

• Take responsibility for delivering valuation instructions from initial engagement through to completion, with appropriate senior oversight.
• Carry out property inspections and prepare high-quality valuation reports in accordance with RICS Red Book standards.
• Provide valuation and advisory services across a broad range of commercial property assets.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and excellent service delivery.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients on day-to-day valuation matters.
• Work closely with colleagues across agency, capital markets, lease advisory and valuation teams nationally to provide coordinated client advice.
• Develop strong market knowledge and provide insight into market trends, transactions and valuation movements.
• Support senior colleagues and Partners with business development, client pitches and the identification of new opportunities.
• Contribute to the development of junior team members and share technical and market knowledge across the team.
• Ensure all work is delivered to a high professional and quality standard, in line with internal risk and compliance procedures.

Skills & Experience

• MRICS qualified, ideally with RICS Registered Valuer status.
• Relevant experience within commercial property valuation, ideally at Surveyor/Senior Surveyor or Associate level.
• Strong experience preparing valuation reports for secured lending, financial reporting and advisory purposes.
• Good understanding of commercial property investment markets and valuation methodologies.
• Strong analytical, numerical, organisational and report-writing skills.
• Commercial awareness with confidence in client-facing situations.
• Proven ability to manage valuation instructions and workloads effectively, working both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to develop trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
• A proactive approach to business development and contributing to the continued growth of the team.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Cushman & Wakefield is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Cushman & Wakefield is committed to equity in employment, and our goal is to have a diverse, inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If you are a person with a disability and need any other accessible accommodations during the hiring process, you are invited to bring this to the Talent Acquisition Advisor’s attention once they have made contact.

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield” About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com