Johannesburg: Professional Valuer posted by The Focus Group

Purpose of the Role

To perform accurate valuations of fixed property and deliver professional valuation services to external clients, ensuring high standards of reporting, client engagement, and market insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct objective appraisals of individual properties and client portfolios.
• Manage the valuation process including scheduling, inspections, market research, calculations, and reporting.
• Deliver fully motivated valuation reports accurately and on time.
• Address client queries professionally and ensure cost recovery and fee payment.
• Promote valuation services to generate additional fee income.
• Identify and retain clients through regular engagement and networking (SAPOA and other industry bodies).
• Prepare valuations for managed portfolios, including analysis of forecast information.
• Conduct bi-annual valuations and present findings to Asset Managers.
• Support Asset Managers with market research and professional advice.
• Manage municipal valuations, including objections and appeals.
• Collaborate with internal divisions on budgets, local authority valuations, and ad hoc research.
• Maintain budget control and perform ad hoc duties.
• Train and mentor candidate valuers.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is a registered Professional or Associate Valuer with the South African Council for the Property Valuation Profession. They have a strong background in commercial valuations, are proficient in DCF and other investment valuation techniques, and demonstrate excellent attention to detail and time management. A professional attitude, initiative, and the ability to meet deadlines are essential.

Minimum Requirements

• Registered Professional/Associate Valuer (SACPVP)
• Minimum 1 year experience as a qualified Valuer
• Valid South African drivers license and reliable transport
• Willingness to travel and work away from the office
• Strong proficiency in MS Office and valuation software (MRI advantageous)
• Excellent attention to detail and numerate accuracy
• Competent time management and professional communication skills