James Young
11 Bullock Court,WA
Summary
A well experienced and competent professional Property Valuer who has gained an extensive range of experience in privately owned, blue chip and government organisations, both in the UK and Western Australia.
I am now looking to develop my residential property valuation experience with a forward looking, progressive business who will provide the opportunity to hone my valuation skills in a cutting edge working environment whilst aiming to achieve a desirable work / life balance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Property Valuer
Herron Todd White
04.2015 - 09.2023
- Prepared API short-form and long form valuation reports for a wide range of residential dwellings, including apartments, family and prestige homes and rural properties up to 40 hectares.
- Undertook numerous Desktop and Kerbside valuations.
- Conducted progress inspections at regular milestones during the construction of new dwellings.
- Gathered information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Researched land, property and market values to complete estimations.
- Maintained current understanding of lender requirements and documentation guidelines.
- Completed appraisals on a pre-set number of properties to meet monthly fee-write targets which were regularly exceeded.
Property and Business Development Officer
City Of Busselton
09.2011 - 12.2014
- Responsible for coordinating third party valuations across a wide range of property types including residential and commercial premises, vacant land and land with development potential.
- Prepared reports and presented them to Council.
- Strategic Land Review: Undertook a comprehensive review of all City owned land and Crown Land vested with the City.
- Responsible for marketing the vacant land and property assets of the City to maximize return. This work involved liaising closely with the Department of Lands on matters relating to Management Orders. Successfully marketing and leased the Old Fire Station for use as a cafe / winebar, with alfresco.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of the Expressions of Interest for a number of hotel and cafe opportunities on Busselton foreshore. The Hilton Garden Inn is due to open in December 2023.
- Built relationships with colleagues to facilitate teamwork, cooperation and success.
Business Development Manager
British Waterways
05.2007 - 08.2011
- As part of the senior management team, I contributed to the running of the South West business unit, with 126 staff. I was responsible for the income generation of c.&7 million which included the property estate and utility income. Also Planning, Marketing and Communications and Front of House.
- I contributed to the rolling three year Business Plan.
- Jointly responsible for ensuring the business unit complied with all statutory and company legislation and helped develop policies.
- I undertook end-of-year Performance Development Reviews of team managers and was responsible for recruitment and other Human Resource activities within my department.
- Established relationships with key decision-makers within customer's organization to promote growth and retention.
- Represented and promoted the company at conferences and industry events.
- Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.
Associate
Donaldsons Property Consultants
05.2005 - 05.2007
- Responsible for the property portfolio business units in the Bristol and Cheltenham offices.
- Conducted commercial lease valuations, landlord and tenant negotiations and estate management, largely for institutional clients.
- Seconded to a number of key clients as Estates Manger, including KFC and British Waterways, working closely with senior management teams.
Development Surveyor
Summerfield Developments
05.2002 - 05.2005
- Responsible for identifying, procuring and delivering commercial development and investment opportunities.
- Worked with the residential arm of the business to appraise mixed use development opportunities.
- Undertook commercial Landlord and Tenant negotiation: lease renewals, rent reviews, tenants improvements, licences and variations.
Valuer
Bath And North-East Somerset City Council
05.2001 - 05.2002
- Undertook valuations of residential and commercial properties across the Council's diverse property portfolio.
- A full range of commercial Landlord and Tenant negotiations.
- Urban development and regeneration appraisals.
- Input into the Corporate Business Plan. Budget forecasting and cash-flow analysis.
Principal Regeneration Manager
South West Regional Development Agency
05.1998 - 05.2001
- Responsible for delivering the physical regeneration programme covering derelict, vacant and under-used buildings and land in partnership with public and private partners to promote employment and mixed use development opportunities.
- Lead Chartered Surveyor for transport and related planning issues focusing on regional and sustainable transport initiatives.
Regional Estates Manager (SW)
NatWest Bank (Group Property)
05.1996 - 05.1998
- Portfolio management of 322 bank branches and associated residential and commercial premises.
- Conducted property valuations across the portfolio.
Commercial Property Manager
Griffiths Mumford
08.1989 - 05.1995
- Initially assisted, then independently undertook property valuations across a wide range of residential, commercial and agricultural properties.
- Commercial property Landlord and Tenant negotiations.
- Marketing of residential properties both for sale to to rent.
Education
Land Valuer's Licence - Valuation
Government of Western Australia
Perth03.2015
Associate - Valuation
Australian Property Institute (WA)
Perth03.2015
Diploma - Surveying
College of Estate Management
Reading, UK07.1992
Member - Valuation
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
UK08.1989
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Reading University
Reading, UK07.1989
High School Diploma -
Trent College
Long Eaton, UK07.1985
Skills
- Certified Practicing Valuer
- Strong analytical skills
- Competent and creative problem solver
- Focused on attention to detail
- Customer focused
- IT literate and embraces evolving, improving software
- Ability to work independently
- Highly motivated to exceed expectations
Additional Information
A keen interest in travelling - I have especially enjoyed exploring remote north-east Malaysia, and the Garhwal region of the Indian Himalayas, Belize and Tanzania. More recently have enjoyed family holidays exploring new horizons.
Keeping fit - Previously regularly completed in Triathlon and successfully completed the Elba Ironman in Italy and Busselton Ironman 70.3, and have also completed the Busselton 3.8km jetty swim on a number of occasions. Currently enjoy our daily walks on the beach with our dogs.
Former School Governor at Henleaze Infant School (UK): vice-chair, and chair of property and finance sub-committee.
Former Director of Busselton Surf Life Saving Club.
Timeline
Property Valuer
Herron Todd White
04.2015 - 09.2023
Property and Business Development Officer
City Of Busselton
09.2011 - 12.2014
Business Development Manager
British Waterways
05.2007 - 08.2011
Associate
Donaldsons Property Consultants
05.2005 - 05.2007
Development Surveyor
Summerfield Developments
05.2002 - 05.2005
Valuer
Bath And North-East Somerset City Council
05.2001 - 05.2002
Principal Regeneration Manager
South West Regional Development Agency
05.1998 - 05.2001
Regional Estates Manager (SW)
NatWest Bank (Group Property)
05.1996 - 05.1998
Commercial Property Manager
Griffiths Mumford
08.1989 - 05.1995
Land Valuer's Licence - Valuation
Government of Western Australia
Associate - Valuation
Australian Property Institute (WA)
Diploma - Surveying
College of Estate Management
Member - Valuation
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
Bachelor of Science - Geography
Reading University
High School Diploma -
Trent College
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