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HMRC Valuation Office – Chartered Valuation Surveyor
About the Role
Job Summary
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This role is part of HMRC Valuation Office, formerly known as the Valuation Office Agency, and has recently integrated into HMRC. As the public sector’s property valuation experts, we provide essential advisers with a vision to become a world-leading provider of public sector valuations.
Our work is fundamental to the collection of over £60 billion in revenue, directly benefiting communities and business across England and Wales.
We are seeking talented Chartered Surveyors passionate about assisting with taxation and benefits support for the government and local authorities. You will manage complex workloads within specialist teams and collaborate closely with colleagues across the region.
Applications are actively encouraged from:
- Experienced surveyors looking to develop their expertise.
- Newly qualified professionals.
- Individuals seeking flexible, part-time work to balance home responsibilities or life stages.
Job Description
As a Chartered Valuation Surveyor, you’ll be responsible for:
- Conducting valuations and negotiations.
- Delivering property-related advice.
- Managing large caseloads and undertaking site inspections.
- Overseeing quality assurance processes.
- Representing HMRC at tribunals.
You may be posted to:
- National Valuation Unit (NVU)
- Regional Valuation Unit (RVU)
- Council Tax (CT) Chief Valuer Directorate (CVD)
- District Valuer Services (DVS), the commercial arm of the business
Key Responsibilities
(Responsibilities may vary depending on your posting within the organisation.)
- Provide high-quality technical valuation and property advice, managing caseloads efficiently.
- Identify, escalate, and mitigate risks and issues.
- Offer valuation advice to support local and national taxation policies.
- Appear at Valuation Tribunals and the Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) if required.
- Lead valuations, providing technical and valuation guidance to colleagues.
- Market and develop sector-specific services, maintaining client relationships.
- Provide accurate quotes and record time spent on cases for charging purposes.
- Support and mentor trainee surveyors, overseeing their progress through the APC (Assessment of Professional Competence) and coaching peers.
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Person Specification
You will manage complex workloads within a specialist team while collaborating closely with colleagues across the region to deliver exemplary client service.
As part of this role, you will ensure adherence to high standards, regularly meet demanding deadlines, and embrace regular property inspections and travel.
You will bring this role to life if you:
- Work efficiently and valuably for public interest initiatives.
- Enjoy variety in your role, including regular travel and site inspections.
Essential Requirements
We are seeking candidates who meet the following criteria:
- Possess MRICS, FRICS, or qualified IRRV (hons) membership in the valuation, real estate, or rural pathways.
- Alternatively, you must be due to sit the APC in session one of 2026.
- Have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Hold a full driving license (Essential for some roles; additional exceptions apply under disability legislation)
- Be willing to travel, including overnight stays for specific caseloads.
- Some roles may require eligibility for the RICS Valuer Registration Scheme (VRS) – Outlining minimum criteria at RICS.
If applicable, returning surveyors should consider the Valuation Office Agency Returning Surveyors Programme.
Memberships
Required:
- MRICS/FRICS or qualified IRRV (hons) membership
- Equivalent qualifications will be considered for those sitting the APC in 2026
Technical Skills & Assessed Behaviours
During the selection process, your eligibility is examined against:
Technical Skills
- Relevant expertise, experience in surveying and valuation.
- Alignment of technical knowledge with professional accreditation.
Key Behaviours
- Communicating and Influencing
- Developing Self and others
Benefits
Compensation & Pensions
- Salary of £48,886 (including pension contribution)
- Contribution of £14,162 towards the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible/Hybrid Working Arrangements: 60% office-based with a maximum of 2 days month average working from home.
- Generous leave policy: 25 days (rising to 30 days) based on tenure.
- Annual employer pension contribution of 28.97%.
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Further benefits include:
- Family-Friendly policies and personal support initiatives
- Comprehensive coaching and development opportunities
- A welcoming community that supports personal growth
Selection Process
Advertising Format
This vacancy uses Success Profiles (opens in new window) to assess:
- Behaviours
- Strengths & Experience
- Technical Skills
Key Stages
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Online Applications
- Submit a CV (highlighting job history and achievements, qualifications)
- A personal statement (750 words max) emphasising your fit for key requirements/behaviours.
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Rolling Sift based on:
- CV content
- Personal statement relevance
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Interviews scheduled for 10 August 2026 (Provisional date)
- Delivered via Microsoft Teams Video (Technical Details Sent Upon Shortlisting)
- Assesses behaviours, strengths, and technical areas
- Includes 2 technical exam questions
Discussion Points
- AI support is encouraged but all content must be truthful and self-generated.
- Plagiarism or misrepresentation will result in withdrawn applications or disciplinary action.
Criminal Record & Equal Opportunities
- Disclosures are handled fairly under the DBS Code of Practice.
- Reasonable adjustments are provided for candidates with disabilities.
- Assessments include internal fraud checks for shortlisted candidates.
Location
Select Up to 3 Locations Only
- Assignments may post across the specified sites but involve follow-on duties in key areas.
- Special note: Availability for
- Newcastle Bent/Pilgrim’s Quarter
- Swansea Civic Centre (Transitional at Sandringham Park)
Diverse Paths
Emphasis on inclusive recruitment for those with prison backgrounds and long-term career interruption.
Appendix
- [Hybrid-Working Policy at HMRC](contacts forthrough)
- Further benefits detailed at the Civil Service Careers: Benefits & Culture guidelines
Attachments available upon application:
- ["Candidate Pack" for additional role context](Candidate_Pack_Charloth Valuation_Surver.pdf) (1081KB)
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