Valuation Surveyor - Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom - Valuation Office Agency

Valuation Office Agency

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Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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- £32,262

A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade:
Higher Executive Officer
Contract type:
Permanent
Business area:
VOA
Caseworkers
District Valuer Service
Type of role:
Surveying
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Fulltime, Job share, Parttime
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Location

Birmingham, StokeonTrentAbout the job

Job summary:

The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are the public sector's property valuation experts and advisers. We offer a whole host of learning and development opportunities to support your career development.

We're looking for talented people who are eager to contribute to vital public services and assist us to deliver taxation and benefits support to the government and local authorities.

Your skills and experience will enable us to provide an efficient, effective services right at the heart of the public interest.

At the heart of the agency, we are committed to providing our people with a work environment which is accommodating and accessible to all and which values diversity and inclusion in everything we do.

We encourage our people to bring their whole selves to work by providing a culture that values different perspectives to help tackle complex problems, promote innovation, and deliver stronger decision making in a safe and supportive environment.

We therefore welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds to join our organisation and enable us to be representative of the communities we serve.

This is an ideal role for someone looking to develop their surveying career. We believe in investing in our employees and supporting their career aspirations.

As such, we offer a range of pathways for your professional development and to support you in becoming a Qualified Chartered Surveyor.

Whether you are just starting your journey in surveying or have relevant qualifications and experience, we have tailored routes to help you progress.

Development opportunities:

Tailored Career path: we understand that each individual's journey is unique. Our development routes are designed to adapt to your current career stage and existing qualifications, ensuring you receive the bestsuited support.
Structured Formal Training: For those starting early in their surveying career, we provide a comprehensive Level 6 apprenticeship programme. This structured training offers the chance to gain valuable theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
Experiential Routes: For those with prior experience or relevant qualifications, we offer experiential routes to enable professional growth in your surveying career, this recognises your existing expertise.

Career Advancement:

Once you have completed your chosen development route and gained the necessary qualifications, this will open up a plethora of opportunities both within the VOA and externally.

We are committed to nurturing our talent, allowing you to progress into more technical and leadership roles.

Job description:

Valuation Surveyor - The Role
Our Valuation Surveyors support qualified Surveyors to carry out valuation work. You will support the delivery of key contracts across all Other Public Body (OPB) Sectors and National Taxation teams.

You'll work as part of a team, managing your own caseload and undertaking regular site inspections. You will also support to resolve a variety of valuation and technical issues.

You will work alongside Chartered Valuation Surveyors who will provide you with all the advice and guidance you need. Full training will also be provided.

Depending on your specific role, duties could include:

Health Sector:

Undertaking inspections of health premises and providing a range of strategic advice across the health estate acting impartially between GP Practices and NHS bodies, with a considerable focus on Doctor Rents and Rates (DRRS) cases.

Local, Devolved & Regional Government:

Working closely with regional development agencies and local authority bodies on a variety of property matters, including asset valuation, undertaking site inspections, and providing valuation advice.

National Taxation Sector:
Providing valuation advice through a range of casework for HMRC and DWP clients.

Transport Sector:
Acting on behalf of National Highways and HS2, undertaking site inspections and assisting the team in compensation matters.

Person specification:

We are looking for resourceful individuals with a strong desire to complete tasks to a high standard in a timely and efficient manner.

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