Surveyor - Associate (Edinburgh or Glasgow)

Avison Young; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global commercial real estate advisory firm is seeking a Valuation professional in Edinburgh to carry out valuation instructions and develop the Scottish Valuation business. Candidates should possess RICS qualifications and have strong organizational, technical, and report writing skills. The company emphasizes collaboration and offers a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must have a commercial and pragmatic approach to real-world business and property issues.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Carry out valuation instructions efficiently with independence.
• Prepare concise, accurate valuation reports for review.
• Collaborate with valuation colleagues on projects.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365

Proficiency in valuation software (KEL, Argus Developer)

Excellent report writing skills

Good organisational skills

Strong collaboration skills

Education

RICS qualification (FRICS/MRICS)

RICS Registered Valuer

Job description

Overview

Our story and purpose: Our small Canadian-born business founded in 1978 has become a global organization with 120 locations across 20 countries and 5,000 people. We are a global commercial real estate advisory firm focused on real estate playing a leading role in creating vibrant buildings, cities and places that deliver long-lasting social value and economic impact.

Why work for us: We believe our industry is changing and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Collaboration is embedded in how we work, and our people have autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams, lead operations, work on projects, participate in strategy and are responsible for our growth. Our Principal-led, privately-owned model offers every employee the opportunity to own a share of our business and to become a Principal, with voting rights on the future direction and operation of the business.

Responsibilities

• Your role will be to carry out valuation instructions efficiently and with a high degree of independence within the context of the wider Valuation Team. This will include the preparation of concise, accurate valuation reports ready for Director review and sign-off.
• Day to day, you will collaborate with valuation colleagues and assume personal responsibility for valuation instructions.
• You will be encouraged to work smartly and efficiently to maximise profitability.
• Avison Young has established procedures and safeguards to ensure regulatory, quality and other corporate standards are met; you would be expected to embrace these and proactively develop them.
• Identify opportunities to grow the Scottish Valuation business.
• Collaborate openly with colleagues across Avison Young to realise new business opportunities and contribute to our Strategic Ambitions.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
• Proficiency in using valuation software, ideally including KEL and Argus Developer, with training available where required

Core Skills

• A commercial and pragmatic approach to real-world business and property issues
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Flexibility and resilience in working arrangements
• Excellent report writing skills
• Good data management skills
• Strong collaboration skills
• Ability to work to deadlines

Experience

• RICS qualification (FRICS/MRICS)
• RICS Registered Valuer
• Good working knowledge of the RICS Red Book and relevant guidance notes

Key Behaviours

• Act as an ambassador of the Firm
• Have a keen interest in the wider economy and business world
• Keep up to date with trends and benchmarks in the main property sectors and market sentiment
• Demonstrate commerciality and business acumen
• Be client-centric at all times
• Operate efficiently and produce accurate, high-quality work
• Demonstrate sound technical knowledge
• Embrace opportunities to collaborate with colleagues throughout the Avison Young business

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Our culture is underpinned by our approach to diversity, inclusion, and well-being. We are committed to building an inclusive culture that empowers all our employees to thrive, reflects all backgrounds and talents, allows individuals to be successful and feel a sense of belonging, and fosters a workplace that is inclusive and has a strong sense of community between colleagues.

Avison Young is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to treating all its employees and job applicants equitably, including strategies that advance underrepresented communities in commercial real estate careers. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to removing obstacles to inclusion. If you need adjustments to support your application or recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Some roles may be remote and some office-based; you must have the right to work in the UK.