Overview

Our Story

Our small Canadian-born business was founded in 1978 and has become a global organization that now spans 120 locations across 20 countries. Our expansion has been rapid, but what matters most is the common belief that drives all 5,000 of our people to be a different type of real estate organization. We believe that the places in which we live, work and play have the power to make us happier and healthier, and we are united by a shared sense of purpose, to have a positive impact on people’s lives. In short, we are a global commercial real estate advisory firm with a simple aim: for real estate to play 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 that our industry is changing, and we want our business to be a melting pot of curious minds, passionate hearts and strategic intelligence. Your gender, religion and race are all highly respected, but are less important to us than your ability to step up and change the game. We provide you with a place where you can do just that, with like-minded people. Collaboration is embedded in the way we work – our people have the autonomy to collaborate on client relationships, engage teams across the business, lead operations, work collectively on projects, participate in strategy and are ultimately responsible for our growth. Our distinctive Principal-led, privately-owned model puts us in the enviable position of being able to offer every employee the opportunity to own a share of our business and inspires and allows anyone to become a Principal. This role carries voting rights, so our people have a very real say in the future direction and operation of our business. This means that we are able to attract, engage and retain the best talent from the industry.  

Responsibilities

• Support Valuation Team: Assist two Directors in preparing property valuations for commercial and residential properties
• Property Inspections: Attend property inspections alongside senior colleagues, taking notes and gathering necessary data
• Market Research: Conduct research on local property markets, trends, and comparable evidence to support valuation
• Report Preparation: Assist in drafting and compiling valuation reports, ensuring all necessary documentation is accurate
• Client Interaction: Support with client communications, ensuring a professional and helpful response to valuation correspondence
• Admin Support: Assist in the maintenance of comparable databases and other administrative tasks as required by the team
• Learning & Development: Participate in training sessions and workshops to enhance your knowledge and skills within the commercial & residential property market

Qualifications

We're looking for a motivated and commercially minded Surveyor who is passionate about delivering high-quality valuation advice and making a real impact. You'll bring a combination of technical expertise, curiosity and a collaborative mindset, along with:

• Experience in commercial property valuation, whether as a Senior Surveyor or a newly qualified Surveyor looking to develop your career.
• MRICS qualification and RICS Registered Valuer status (preferred but not essential).
• Experience using ARGUS or KEL valuation software would be an advantage.
• A genuine interest in the commercial property market and the ability to understand the factors influencing value.
• Strong analytical skills with the confidence to interpret market data and provide clear, evidence-based advice.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and stakeholders.
• The confidence to think differently, challenge ideas constructively and contribute innovative solutions.
• A proactive attitude, with the resilience and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex valuation matters clearly and professionally.
• A drive to deliver exceptional client service and consistently achieve high-quality outcomes.
• The ambition to continue developing professionally while contributing to the growth and success of the wider team.

Equal Opportunities

At Avison Young, we’ve always put people at the heart of what we do.In the last few years, we’ve increased the diversity at our board, leadership and Principal levels. Avison Young stands out for our commitment to empowering women. In addition to increasing the number of women on our board and in our leadership ranks, our internal Women’s Network of more than 500 members come together for networking and learning, and advise the business on strategies for promoting access, opportunity and inclusion in our industry.

Our global DEI steering committee shapes our strategy to continue to increase industry access for underrepresented groups and accelerating initiatives led by our employee resource groups, including our Women’s Network, Black Professionals and LGBTQ+ groups. In addition to leading global initiatives, the steering committee’s work examines our policies and practices, creating accountability for results and communicating progress to our executive leadership, our clients and our communities.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 foster a workplace that is supported, 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. This includes implementing deliberate strategies that advance underrepresented communities in commercial real estate careers.As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to removing any obstacles to inclusion. If you need any adjustments to support your application or any part of the recruitment process, such as information in alternative formats or special requirements to access our buildings, or you are eligible under the Disability Confident Scheme please contact us at careers.uk@avisonyoung.com and we will do everything we can to help.

We are committed to inclusion in our hiring processes, and we want to give everyone a chance to show what they can bring to our organisation. If you are not sure that you have all the skills in the person specification, please still apply. We value passion and potential in our employees, so it would be great to hear from you and why you would suit this position.Some of our roles may be remote and some roles may be specific to our offices, but you will need to confirm you have the right to work in the UK.