Director, Valuation Advisory

JLL; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate firm located in Birmingham is seeking a seasoned professional to lead client relationships and oversee commercial property valuations. This role requires a MRICS qualification and substantial experience in the retail and office sectors. The ideal candidate will have strong client management and business development skills, proficient use of valuation software, and the ability to mentor junior staff. Join us in shaping a brighter future in real estate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8-10 years of commercial property valuation experience.
• Substantial experience in retail and office property sectors.
• Strong track record in a senior role within a consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Lead client relationships and serve as the primary contact for key clients.
• Conduct complex valuations across various property types.
• Manage and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Valuation methodologies

RICS standards

Financial analysis

Report writing

Client relationship management

Business development skills

Market analysis

Education

MRICS qualification (or equivalent)

Tools

Argus Enterprise

Argus Developer

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies 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 youve got deep experience in commercial real estate skilled trades or technology or youre looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Key Responsibilities

Client Leadership & Business Development

• Lead client relationships and serve as primary point of contact for key lending clients
• Develop new business opportunities and maintain strong market presence in the Birmingham and wider Midlands region
• Prepare and present compelling proposals and pitches to prospective clients
• Represent JLL at industry events conferences and networking functions

Technical Excellence

• Conduct complex valuations across retail and office property types for lending purposes including acquisition finance refinancing and portfolio valuations
• Prepare detailed valuation reports for a variety of lending scenarios including term loans development finance and workout situations
• Ensure all work complies with RICS Red Book standards and internal quality assurance procedures

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor more junior colleagues
• Oversee work allocation and ensure efficient delivery of client assignments
• Provide technical guidance and support career development of junior colleagues
• Contribute to recruitment and interview processes for new team members

Market Intelligence & Thought Leadership

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Birmingham and regional retail and office markets
• Analyze market trends rental values yields and comparable transactions
• Contribute to JLL research publications and market reports
• Provide market insights to clients and internal stakeholders

Essential Requirements

Professional Qualifications

• MRICS qualification (or equivalent international qualification)
• Minimum 8-10 years of commercial property valuation experience
• Substantial experience in retail and office property sectors
• Strong track record in a similar senior role within a leading consultancy

Technical Skills

• Expert knowledge of valuation methodologies and RICS standards
• Proficiency in Argus Enterprise / Developer and other industry-standard software
• Strong financial analysis and modeling capabilities
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills

Market Knowledge

• Deep understanding of Birmingham and Midlands commercial property markets
• Strong network of contacts within the regional property community
• Knowledge of retail and office occupier markets and lending trends
• Understanding of planning and development processes

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to manage teams and develop junior staff
• Strong commercial acumen and business development skills
• Excellent client relationship management capabilities
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Location

On-site Birmingham GBR

Employment Type

Full-Time

Vacancy

1

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