Beach Baker is delighted to be instructed on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded property consultancy to recruit a Chartered Valuation Surveyor for their Devon office.
This is an urgent, business-critical hire due to a significant increase in valuation instructions from high street lenders. The team is currently operating at full capacity, creating an excellent opportunity for an incoming surveyor to step into a strong and immediate pipeline of work.
About the Client
Our client is a long-standing regional firm of Chartered Surveyors and Commercial Property Consultants, with an excellent reputation:
- Established, respected and relationship-driven business
- Known for their friendly, close-knit and loyal culture
- Excellent track record across valuation, agency and professional services
The Role
Based in Plymouth, you will join a busy and established valuation team undertaking a broad range of work, including:
- Loan security valuations (primary focus - high volume from lenders)
- Valuations for pension funds, private clients, and companies
- Work across commercial, residential and development property
- Coverage primarily across Devon, with some work in Cornwall and occasionally further afield
All instructions are undertaken in line with RICS Red Book standards.
Candidate Profile
- MRICS or FRICS qualified
- RICS Registered Valuer
- Ideally 2+ years PQE, although our client is open to considering strong candidates at different levels
- Experience delivering Red Book valuations in a commercial/general practice setting
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- Proactive, team-oriented and commercially aware
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Relocation Opportunity
This role would suit surveyors currently based in London, Bristol or other major cities who are looking to transition to a better quality of life in the South West without compromising on career progression.
- Work on a strong pipeline of high-quality valuation instructions
- Enjoy a lower cost of living and access to coastline, countryside and lifestyle benefits
- Join a firm where you can build your long-term career locally rather than being one of many in a large corporate structure
- Excellent opportunity for those seeking more autonomy, responsibility and work-life balance
Why Apply?
- Immediate access to a high volume of quality valuation work
- Opportunity to join a busy, stable and growing team
- Friendly, supportive and down-to-earth working environment with team social events
- Strong local reputation and client base
- Genuine opportunity to develop your career in the South West
Package
- Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
- Bonus structure
- 25 days annual leave
- Office closure over Christmas & New Year
- Free parking
- Pension scheme
Apply / Enquiries
For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Rupert Stuart-Baker
📧 rupert@beachbaker.co.uk
📞 07557 978 873