Divisional Valuer

Fife Council; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council has an exciting opportunity for a Divisional Valuer responsible for supervising valuation teams and performing complex property assessments. This role offers a blended working arrangement, competitive salary, and requires a qualified chartered surveyor with a strong knowledge of relevant legislation.

Benefits

Benefits package with discounts on products and services

Qualifications

• Experience in valuation of commercial or non-domestic property required.
• Practical working knowledge of relevant legislation and case law.
• Ability to work independently and to motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and train Trainee Valuers and staff on property valuations.
• Undertake surveys of complex properties.
• Act as expert witness in court for appeals.

Skills

Valuation of commercial or non-domestic property

Legislation and case law knowledge

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Qualified to full professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (M.R.I.C.S.)

Job description

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• The Assessor Service has an exciting opportunity to join a supportive team where you will gain experience in the valuation of a wide variety of both domestic and commercial properties for council tax and non-domestic rating purposes.
• We are particularly interested in hearing from those with a background in rating, however we would also like to hear from Chartered Surveyors from other general practice areas who may be looking for a new challenge.
• Equally, we understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and would welcome applications from those who may prefer temporary or part-time working.
• The Divisional Valuer will be responsible for the efficient work supervision and training of Trainee Valuers, Technicians and Survey Assistants undertaking the survey and valuation of non-domestic and domestic properties throughout Fife for the purposes of compiling and maintaining the Valuation Roll and the Council Tax List. The Divisional Valuer will also be the Service lead for particular categories of subjects.
• The Divisional Valuer will undertake the survey and valuation of the more complex or unusual subjects within their geographical area. Responsibility for overseeing the survey and valuation of properties for Council Tax and Non-Domestic Rating purposes within a specific geographical area or where the Divisional Valuer is the Service lead in a subject category.
• The Divisional Valuer will be expected to act as expert witness for council tax and non-domestic rates appeal cases being heard before the Scottish Courts & Tribunal Service.
• The salary range will be £44,225.41 to £53,141.91, on a permanent basis, the work pattern will be 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The office base is Fife House, Glenrothes.

As a progressive employer, we offer the opportunity to work in this role as a “blended working” arrangement with home-working opportunities and occasional office-working as required. While the significant part of the role can and will be carried out remotely, candidates should be able to travel to and attend office locations in Fife as required.

• Employees have access to a benefits package that offers discounts on a wide range of products and services

The Person

Must have experience in valuation of commercial or non-domestic property. You must also have practical working knowledge of the legislation and case law governing Council Tax and Non-Domestic Rating. You must be Qualified to full professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (M.R.I.C.S.) You must have the ability to work with minimum supervision and exercise judgment and initiative. You will be a team leader and motivator with excellent communication skills and possess a ‘can-do’ approach to help resolve problems. You should be able to provide regular and effective service.

Before confirming your appointment, you will be required to obtain Protection of Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme membership Basic Disclosure through Disclosure Scotland