Director – Residential Valuation

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Highgate; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Career development

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Director to lead our Residential Valuations team. You will shape strategy, drive growth and ensure high-quality valuations across a range of residential properties.

The role requires a real estate valuation background, professional qualifications (RICS/API), and proven leadership. You will mentor staff, manage client relationships and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Property Valuation, or related field
• Professional valuation qualification (e.g., RICS, API, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in residential property valuation, with leadership
• Strong track record in business development and client relationship management
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans to expand JLL's residential valuation business Identify new market opportunities and drive business development initiatives Set and achieve ambitious team performance targets
• Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders Provide expert advice on complex valuation matters Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of valuation professionals Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management
• Technical Expertise: Maintain deep knowledge of residential property markets and valuation methodologies Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices Provide technical guidance on challenging valuation assignments
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all valuations meet JLL's high standards of quality and compliance Implement and maintain robust risk management procedures Oversee the review and sign-off of high-value or complex valuations
• Business Operations: Manage the financial performance of the residential valuations team Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) Collaborate with other JLL service lines to drive cross-selling opportunities

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director to lead our Residential Valuations team based in Birmingham. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive growth, innovation, and excellence in our residential valuation services.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement strategic plans to expand JLL's residential valuation business Identify new market opportunities and drive business development initiatives Set and achieve ambitious team performance targets
• Client Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders Provide expert advice on complex valuation matters Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and retention
• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of valuation professionals Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement Oversee recruitment, training, and performance management
• Technical Expertise: Maintain deep knowledge of residential property markets and valuation methodologies Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices Provide technical guidance on challenging valuation assignments
• Quality Assurance: Ensure all valuations meet JLL's high standards of quality and compliance Implement and maintain robust risk management procedures Oversee the review and sign-off of high-value or complex valuations
• Business Operations: Manage the financial performance of the residential valuations team Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) Collaborate with other JLL service lines to drive cross-selling opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Property Valuation, or related field
• Professional valuation qualification (e.g., RICS, API, or equivalent)
• Proven experience in residential property valuation, with ideally experience in a leadership role
• Strong track record in business development and client relationship management
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in a dynamic environment

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the future of a key business line within a global organisation
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative and innovative work environment

At JLL, we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds who are passionate about shaping the future of real estate.

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.

Location: On-site –Birmingham, GBR

For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.

At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world.