Partner, valuation (Hiring Immediately)

We are looking for an exceptional, commercially minded Partner – Valuation Surveyor to lead and develop our valuation offering in Newcastle. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving growth, managing key client relationships, overseeing high-quality valuation output, and contributing to the strategic direction of the Valuation team nationally.

This position is ideal for an experienced valuation professional seeking the autonomy to build and shape a market-leading presence in the North East within a supportive and ambitious partnership.

Responsibilities

Leadership & Strategy

• Lead and grow Cluttons’ Valuation service line across the North East, developing a clear business plan and growth strategy.
• Act as a senior figure within the national Valuation team, contributing to the wider direction and service development of the department.
• Mentor, develop and support junior colleagues, fostering a high-performance culture.

Valuation & Advisory Delivery

• Undertake and sign off Red Book-compliant valuations across a broad range of asset types, including commercial, mixed-use, development, and specialist properties.
• Oversee complex valuation instructions, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and technical excellence.
• Provide strategic, evidence-based advice to major clients including lenders, funds, developers, estates, and corporate occupiers.

Client & Business Development

• Maintain and grow existing client relationships while actively developing new business opportunities in the region.
• Represent Cluttons at industry events, engaging with key stakeholders to enhance brand visibility.
• Lead on tenders, fee proposals, and pitches.

Risk Management & Compliance

• Ensure all work adheres to RICS standards, internal quality processes, and regulatory frameworks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems, procedures, and governance related to valuation work.

Requirements

• Extensive post-qualified experience in valuation, ideally operating at Director or Partner level within a recognised consultancy.
• Strong technical expertise in Red Book valuations across multiple asset classes.
• A proven track record in building and maintaining commercial client relationships.
• Demonstrable experience in leading teams and delivering strategic initiatives.
• MRICS or FRICS essential.
• RICS Registered Valuer status required.
• Commercially driven with excellent market awareness and a strong network in the North East property sector.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and judgement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distil complex valuation issues clearly.
• Ambition and drive to build a regional valuation presence with the support of a national platform.

Benefits

• Hybrid working - to give you the flexibility you need
• Holidays: 30 days
• Car allowance
• Private health insurance - family cover
• Enhanced auto enrolment pension scheme - to help you save for the future
• Life assurance - to protect your loved ones should the worst happen
• Interest free season ticket loans
• Cycle to work scheme - discounted bicycles
• Flu and eye care vouchers - to keep you healthy
• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 health & wellbeing support
• Help@Hand Remote GP app - to give you and your family access to medical experts quickly
• Platform hosting 1000s of discounts at your favourite retailers, restaurants, supermarkets, leisure & days out venues, gyms and more
• Family & wellbeing policy - including enhanced maternity pay, menopause support, neurodiversity support, carer support, company sick pay and much more

Plus a Flexible benefits policy that allows you to pick and choose additional benefits as below:

• Purchasing up to 5 days additional holiday
• Discounted gym membership
• Discounted dental insurance
• Discounted private medical insurance for family cover
• Discounted critical health insurance and more

We recognise that diversity in all its forms including but not limited to race, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, and background - enriches our workplace and enhances our ability to serve our clients and community effectively. Our goal is to create a culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work, knowing their unique perspectives are welcomed and appreciated. We actively seek app]]> <