Valuation Office Agency

In part two of our business rates valuation method blog series, we explore the receipts and expenditure method. This approach is used when there’s little to no evidence of rents and the property’s main purpose is to make a profit. We use this method to value properties like: 🏨 large hotels 🏡 self-catering holiday accommodation 🎬 cinemas Read more today: https://lnkd.in/eSMRdSeq

We’ve just launched new guidance to help ratepayers check the information we hold about their property. I want to thank partners in IRRV RICS Rating Surveyors' Association as well as the agent community, for their input and advice on this work. ✅ Our new and updated guidance supports ratepayers to provide us with complete and accurate information 🔗 You can find links to all of our new guidance at https://lnkd.in/efhsuThx

Ready for your next career move? Discover a range of opportunities at the VOA, where you can grow, develop new skills and take the next step in your career. Explore our latest opportunities 👇 ⭐ Chartered Valuation Surveyor - Technical Lead - https://lnkd.in/ecwGfXvq ⭐ Valuation Guidance Support Lead - https://lnkd.in/eVJiigh7 ⭐ Head of Economic Analysis: Tax Reform - https://lnkd.in/exzbhP4p

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The VOA is responsible for providing the rateable values of all non-domestic properties across England and Wales. We use three main valuation methods to do this, each tailored to the different property types. In our latest three-part blog series, we explore the rental comparison method and how it helps us value properties such as: 🛍️ shops 🍻 pubs 🏭 factories Read more: https://lnkd.in/ensYzV99

The VOA is responsible for ensuring that 27 million properties across England and Wales are assigned to the correct Council Tax band 🏡 As Council Tax bills are being issued, we expect to see an increase in band challenges over the coming months. We’ve created a step-by-step guide for those looking to make a challenge - covering everything from challenge types to evidence requirements. Read our latest news story: https://lnkd.in/e_CqBwtu

Are you a RICS-qualified Chartered Surveyor with strong leadership skills and a passion for public sector valuation? We’re looking for a surveyor to lead our health sector. As sector lead you’ll take on a key technical and leadership role, managing valuation projects for national clients. In this role, you will: ✅ lead on high-profile valuation work for NHS clients ✅ provide expert advice on acquisitions, disposals, and asset valuations ✅ influence key stakeholders and report at ministerial level where necessary ✅ develop and maintain strong client relationships Find out more and apply today: https://lnkd.in/et3fc-Tz Closing date: Monday 24 March 2025

As we look back on #IWD2025, we're reminded of the importance of community and representation in the property industry. In our latest blog, we hear from Josie Sampson, a Rent Officer at the VOA, who shares her experience attending the National Residential Landlords Association - NRLA International Women’s Day event. Read about her day celebrating women's contributions in the sector, and highlighting the work of our rent officers 👇

We’re looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join the VOA. Data is at the heart of everything we do and our Data & Platform Engineering team is leading the way in transforming how we use data to support critical valuations, and analytical models. In this role you’ll: 🔸 develop and enhance data pipelines using Azure Data Factory 🔸 work closely with analysts to unlock insights from our data 🔸 drive best practices in data engineering and contribute to a culture of learning and innovation 🔸 help shape the future of our data capabilities as we migrate to a new technology stack We’re looking for someone with experience in designing scalable data solutions, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work well with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Apply today: https://lnkd.in/eyGDqs2m Closing date: Monday 17 March 2025

This International Women’s Day we're accelerating action for women’s equality. At the VOA, we’re focusing on recruiting, retaining and developing diverse talent to ensure our workforce truly reflects the communities we serve. We are proud of our progress, with a narrowing gender pay gap and more women in leadership roles. We’re also leading the way in the surveying industry, with over 40% of our RICS-qualified chartered surveyors being women – double the industry average 🌟. Our Gender Group Champion, Carolyn Bartlett shares her reflections this #IWD2025 👇