A prestigious real estate consultancy is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager – Residential Valuations to lead and enhance its growing residential valuations team in Dubai. This critical role is ideal for a professional who thrives on delivering RICS-compliant valuation reports, maintaining operational efficiency, and driving team success.

Key Responsibilities:

Valuation & Compliance:

• Prepare high-quality residential valuation reports aligned with RICS Red Book standards and UAE regulatory requirements.

• Conduct detailed property inspections and compile accurate documentation.

• Write clear and informative property and location descriptions.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, including rental yields, sales prices, and demand in Dubai and the Northern Emirates.

• Review and approve valuation reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Team Management & Leadership:

• Lead team meetings, mentor junior valuation professionals, and promote technical development.

• Allocate workload, manage priorities, and ensure timely project delivery.

• Support recruitment, performance reviews, and HR processes in collaboration with relevant departments.

Business Development & Client Engagement:

• Build and maintain long-term client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.

• Assist in preparing proposals, fee quotes, and coordinating with the admin team.

• Represent the firm professionally and communicate valuation insights clearly to clients and stakeholders.

Financial Oversight & Operations:

• Monitor departmental budgets, P&L performance, and implement process efficiencies.

• Establish and maintain competitive fee structures aligned with profitability goals.

• Ensure proper documentation and records for all valuation assignments.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Proven experience in residential property valuation in the UAE market.

• Strong knowledge of RICS standards including the Red Book, Code of Conduct, and IPMS.

• Demonstrated team leadership or supervisory experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or a related field.

• RICS membership (or equivalent professional certification) is highly desirable.