Valuation Officer

Responsibilities:

Conduct physical inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and other properties for valuation purposes. Collect and verify information on property location, size, condition, improvements, ownership, and use. Carry out market research to determine current property values, rental values, and market trends. Analyze comparable property transactions, rental evidence, and other relevant market data. Prepare property valuation calculations using appropriate valuation methods. Prepare detailed valuation reports for clients, financial institutions, investors, companies, and other stakeholders. Conduct valuations for purposes such as sale, purchase, mortgage, insurance, investment, taxation, compensation, and asset reporting. Assess land, buildings, fixtures, improvements, and other relevant property components. Maintain accurate records of property inspections, market evidence, calculations, and supporting documentation. Assist with property surveys, measurements, photographs, and collection of site information. Liaise with property owners, tenants, clients, estate agents, financial institutions, and other relevant parties during valuation assignments. Monitor property market developments, rental trends, construction costs, and economic factors affecting property values. Ensure valuation reports are accurate, well-supported, and completed within agreed deadlines. Review property documentation and identify factors that may affect valuation. Assist senior valuers with complex valuation assignments and professional advisory work. Maintain confidentiality of client information and property records. Ensure valuation activities comply with applicable professional standards, regulations, and company procedures. Prepare periodic reports on valuation assignments and other property-related activities.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or HND in Estate Management, Estate Surveying and Valuation, Valuation Surveying, or a related field. Proven years of relevant experience in property valuation or estate surveying. Professional qualification or membership of the Nigerian Institution of Estate Surveyors and Valuers (NIESV) is an advantage. Strong knowledge of property valuation principles, methods, and real estate market practices. Good understanding of property inspection, measurement, market research, and comparable analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Familiarity with property databases, valuation software, mapping tools, or GIS is an advantage. Strong analytical, numerical, and report-writing skills. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work with property-related documentation. Good communication and negotiation skills. Ability to conduct field inspections and travel to different property locations when required. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. A valid driver's licence is an added advantage.