Temporary Associate/Consultant, Valuation (AIC Program)

The Consultant, Valuation (“Consultant”) works independently on valuations on a variety of complex assignments with a solid understanding of appraisal principals as it relates to a multitude of asset types. Actively engages with clients to gain an understanding of the client request and information request. The Consultant is involved in the preparation of more complex valuation reports which includes active engagement with peers in the industry, conducting independent research with strong analytical skills in support of the Property Valuation practice. The Consultant contributes to the software databases to ensure excellent quality of inputs to facilitate report integrity. Understanding of property tax and the appeal process is an asset. The Consultant is responsible for creating positive team member experiences, which lead to excellent client service. The Consultant is responsible for creating positive team member experiences, which lead to excellent client service and drive revenue and profit for the Firm.

The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, coupled with strong people skills with a drive to be a leader. The successful candidate will be effective in researching issues, reconciling issues, and completing detailed calculations. Successful Ryan team members embrace and live Ryan’s values of Pursue Excellence, Wired to Win, Generosity Matters, Build Trust and Integrity Always and will embody and demonstrate accountability.

Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results

People:

• Create a positive team member experience.

Client:

• Engages with and responds to client inquiries and requests. 

Value:

• Actively engages with client upon report completion to discuss any valuation questions that may arise.
• Undertakes research and critical thinking and completes more complex valuation reports independently with peer review.
• Is able to communicate and liaise with industry experts. 
• Shows diligence in meeting monthly budget targets with a work ethic to excel.
• Has achieved AACI or completed demo being one of the final steps to achieve the AACI, P.App.

Education and Experience:

• Post-Secondary Degree required with preference having a business (real estate) background.
• Path to AACI designation nearing completion is an asset.  
• Minimum two years’ experience in valuation.
• Desire to perform in a high-energy team environment.
• Demonstrates leadership, problem solving, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, work on multiple assignments, manage ambiguity and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with professionals at all levels.
• Seeks to advance involvement in the real estate industry through attending professional organization meetings and networking functions.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have intermediate knowledge of Microsoft® Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet navigation and research.  Experience with appraisal related programs such as Argus are an asset.

Certificates and Licenses:

Valid driver’s license required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has limited supervisory responsibilities with an Analyst to mentor them on basic appraisal practice.

Work Environment:

• Standard indoor working environment.
• Occasional long periods of sitting or standing while working.
• Position requires regular interaction with employees and clients both in person, via e-mail and telephone.
• Independent travel requirement: 50 to 100%.

Compensation Pay Transparency

For Vancouver, BC based roles, the base salary hiring range for this position is $50,000 - $66,000.

Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran