Description

The Director of Valuation Advisory in Birmingham is a P4‑level role that leads high‑profile retail and office valuation assignments while mentoring junior team members. The position serves a varied portfolio of lending clients—including banks, building societies, and alternative lenders—and provides strategic valuation advice across the retail and office sectors.

The role blends client leadership, business development, technical excellence, and market intelligence. It requires building strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities, delivering rigorous valuations, and sharing market insights through research publications and industry events.

• Lead client relationships and act as primary contact for key lending clients
• Develop new business opportunities and maintain market presence in Birmingham and the Midlands
• Prepare and present proposals and pitches to prospective clients
• Represent JLL at industry events, conferences, and networking functions
• Conduct complex valuations for retail and office properties for acquisition, refinancing, and portfolio purposes
• Prepare detailed valuation reports for term loans, development finance, and workout situations
• Ensure all work complies with RICS Red Book standards and internal quality assurance procedures
• Manage and mentor junior colleagues, overseeing work allocation and delivery
• Provide technical guidance and support the career development of junior staff
• Contribute to recruitment and interview processes for new team members
• 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

Requirements

Candidates must hold an MRICS qualification (or equivalent) and have 8‑10 years of commercial property valuation experience, particularly in retail and office markets. Required skills include expert knowledge of RICS standards, proficiency with Argus Enterprise, strong financial modeling, excellent report writing, and a deep network within the Birmingham and Midlands property community.

Applications are welcomed even if all criteria are not met, with AI tools used to match candidates to the role. JLL ensures privacy of personal data, offers equal‑opportunity employment, and provides reasonable accommodations for disabilities. The position is on‑site in Birmingham, UK.

• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of Birmingham and regional retail and office markets
• Hold MRICS qualification (or equivalent international qualification)
• Possess 8‑10 years of commercial property valuation experience, with a strong focus on retail and office sectors
• Demonstrate a proven track record in a senior role within a leading consultancy
• 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
• Deep understanding of Birmingham and Midlands commercial property markets and a strong regional network
• Knowledge of retail and office occupier markets, lending trends, and planning/development processes
• Proven ability to manage teams, develop junior staff, and drive business development
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance