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Job ref: 85d08027511a41348859c6284cd4b1c8
Full Job Description
BEAMS Operational Technician - Role Overview
The Built Environment and Mineral Surveyors Team (BEAMS) at the Valuation Office Agency are actively looking for enthusiastic and driven individuals to enhance its Operational Team.
Two positions are available for Operational Technicians to work alongside the Operational Lead and Technical Lead, reporting directly to the Development and Support Lead. The role involves providing support and conducting research to ensure the successful achievement of team goals and tasks. A proactive problem-solving mindset, Microsoft excel capability and strong communication skills are essential for facilitating the efficient execution of related activities.
These positions are critical in supporting chartered surveyors through the provision of technical and operational assistance. Key responsibilities encompass troubleshooting, researching, accurate input of surveying records/data and, maintaining and enhancing property data records, valuation/cost templates and databases. The roles will contribute to the overall productivity of the team and support the effective use of resources to improve business outcomes.
The role of the BEAMS Operational Technician has been strategically refined to enhance technical support and operational efficiency within the team. This role will provide assistance in a variety of work areas, aiming to optimise workflow and maximise the effectiveness of surveying operations.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with and learn from experienced Higher Executive Officers and surveyors, enhancing the workflow within the team. The selected individual will demonstrate a strong willingness to learn a wide range of work and have a genuine interest in the Agency's specialist surveying services. This role serves as a potential pathway to obtaining a professional qualification in our specialised surveying fields.
BEAMS Operational Technician - Key responsibilities
+ Conducting desk-based research for published data and information, inputting data into valuation data bases, BEAMS guides and or valuation template.
+ Preparing case work to support chartered surveyors with a work delivery, delivering operational targets.
+ Research information to support chartered surveyors with their work under takings.
+ Leveraging the capabilities of Excel spreadsheets facilitated a data-driven analysis, providing empirical support for the information under consideration.
+ Ensuring team efficiency and compliance by effective management and maintenance of email inboxes, coupled with the meticulous auditing and enforcement of BEAMS records and data storage protocols.
+ Effectively liaising with colleagues across the broader agency and engaging with external clients to acquire necessary information crucial for supporting and advancing BEAMS-related work areas.
There may be a need for occasional travel across the UK with some overnight stays required to support business needs. This can include but not limited to team meetings, training and visiting co-located team members., We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
+ Developing Self and Others
+ Managing a Quality Service
+ Working Together, A Personal Statement (maximum 750 words). Please outline your suitability for the role. Please pay particular attention to the 'Essential Criteria' and 'Person Specification' outlined in the advert when providing your answer.
Sift - 31st July 2025
We will assess you on your CV and Personal Statement.
Should there be a large number of applicants, an initial sift will be made on Personal Statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview.
Interviews - Week commencing 18th August 2025
Please note these dates are provisional and may be subject to change. These will be confirmed should you be invited to interview.
Interviews are currently taking place using Microsoft Teams Video. We will provide more detail if you are shortlisted for interview.
We will assess you on the Behaviours listed in the job description and Strengths.
At the interview, the panel can then probe further and ask applicants to provide further specific examples that show how they best demonstrate their skills.
Behaviours
The distinguishing Behaviours (the required skills, knowledge and behaviours) for this role are set out in the Civil Service Behaviours Framework 2018 (Success Profiles - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)) and should be referred to when making this application.
You are required, under the Behaviours approach, to describe how you have dealt with a specific situation.
You must give evidence of your knowledge, skills and behaviours and how you have applied this, such as what you did or said and how you interacted with other people.
When you are giving your examples, do not spend too many words on description and background information. Avoid using general or unspecific statements. Instead say what the situation was, what you did what your thought process was and so on.
Application Hints and Tips
For more information on Success Profiles, tips on how to write a successful application and find out more about what's involved in the application process please visit About the application process , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk)
Further Information
On 28th April 2025 it was announced that the Valuation Office would become part of HMRC. The announcement means that our work and anyone who is an employee of the Valuation Office will transfer over to HMRC by the end of March 2026. The terms and conditions you will be employed under will not be affected on transfer to HMRC.
As part of the application process you will be asked to tell us which of the locations available you can work in. You will be able to specify up to 2 options. Please be aware that you can be posted to any location that you put in your preferences. If you would only like to be posted to one location, please confirm one location only.
Successful candidates must select one of the locations noted in this advert as their base office and will be expected to undertake regular travel to this location under the Agency's hybrid working policy.
Any move to VOA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
The VOA is an office-based organisation that supports flexible working. By default, everyone in the VOA is a hybrid worker with options to work in the office, at home or out and about, depending on the work they're doing that day and where it's best done.
VOA employees only: If you are currently in receipt of DTA as a result of a VOA office closure/restructure and it is agreed for you to take up this role in your current location, you may continue to receive DTA for the remainder of the period you can claim for. Please check with the Vacancy Holder on preferred locations for this role before you apply.
Only certain roles that we advertise are eligible for Certificates of Sponsorship. If you would require a Certificate of Sponsorship for the VOA to undertake this role, we would encourage you to get in touch with resourcingteam@voa.gov.uk before submitting your application.
Pre-employment Checks
In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.
Reasonable Adjustment
We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process because of a disability, condition, or impairment. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.
If you need a reasonable adjustment or a change to be made so that you can make your application, please click here for more information:
Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) and contact voarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible.
Complete the "Assistance required" section in the "Additional requirements" page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process.
Terms & Conditions
Voluntary terms apply.
Reserve Lists
If we have more successful candidates than available vacancies, we will hold a 3-month reserve list as standard. During that time, we may use the list to fill the same, or similar roles with closely matching essential criteria, without further testing of merit. Any appointments from the Reserve list will be made in strict merit order.
Starting Work
The successful candidates will normally take up duty within one month from notification of successful completion of pre-employment checks.
Applying
All applications for these vacancies must be made online. There are limited exceptions to this. Paper applications will only be considered if you have a disability that will prevent you from applying online. If this is the case, please email voarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Once you have submitted your application it cannot be amended; only submit your application when you have completely finished and answered all the relevant questions.
Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.
New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.
Use of AI
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Concerns/Complaints
The Valuation Office Agency's recruitment processes are underpinned by the Civil Service Commissioner's Recruitment Principles, which outlines that selection for appointment is made on merit based on fair and open competition.
If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the values in the Civil Service Code and/or if you feel the recruitment has been conducted in such a way that conflicts with the Civil Service Commissioner's Recruitment Principles, you may make a complaint, by contacting the Central Recruitment Team at the following address: resourcingteam@voa.gov.uk
If you are not content with the outcome of your complaint you have the right to complain to the Civil Service Commissioners.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
+ UK nationals
+ nationals of the Republic of Ireland
+ nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
+ nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
+ nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
+ individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
+ Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
Apply and further information
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with a genuine interest in the property profession and with a willingness to learn and develop knowledge in the Agency's specialist surveying services. You should be eager to learn across a broad range of work areas, and bring a proactive, forward-thinking approach. Confidence in suggesting improvements and contributing to the team's capability and performance is highly valued., + Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with a range of colleagues and stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
+ The ability to self-motivate and use initiative to make effective decisions independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.
+ Good time management and organisational skills to adapt flexibility and embrace changing business needs.
+ Shows a positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to tackle challenges and think through problems to find practical solutions.
+ Possess good analytical skills in order to provide accurate advice, information or reporting to others.
+ Demonstrate experience and capability with Microsoft Office Excel to enhance and maintain Spreadsheets.
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are the public sector's property valuation experts and advisers with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. Our work is vital to the collection of over £60 billion of revenue which goes back into communities, touching every citizen and every business across England and Wales.
We champion the values of professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages every colleague to contribute, grow and excel together. With opportunities to drive your own development and growth, we empower our colleagues to succeed by ensuring support at every step of their career journey.
The Built Environment and Mineral Surveyors (BEAMS) is a national team providing a single hub for all the Agency's specialist surveying services. It is a multi-disciplined team working across all the Agency's business streams and includes roles such as Operational Support Staff, Development Managers, Chartered Surveyors specialising in the Built Environment and Minerals/Waste disciplines, Surveying Technicians, and Researchers.
BEAMS delivers specialised surveying services to government entities across multiple professional and technical fields, with responsibilities that include surveying and valuing a diverse array of specialized property types, thereby fostering an engaging and varied work environment.
Alongside your salary of £29,494, Valuation Office Agency contributes £8,544 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We offer a range of flexible working options, a generous leave allowance that starts at 25 days (increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days.) and a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%.
+ Learning and development tailored to your role.
+ An environment with flexible working options.
+ Family friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption or shared parental leave.
+ Employee Assistance Programme offering comprehensive wellbeing support.
+ To learn more about the extensive benefits we can offer you as a VOA employee please download our Benefits Booklet: VOA_benefits_booklet.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk)
The Built Environment and Mineral Surveyors Team (BEAMS) at the Valuation Office Agency are actively looking for enthusiastic and driven individuals to enhance its Operational Team.
Two positions are available for Operational Technicians to work alongside the Operational Lead and Technical Lead, reporting directly to the Development and Support Lead. The role involves providing support and conducting research to ensure the successful achievement of team goals and tasks. A proactive problem-solving mindset, Microsoft excel capability and strong communication skills are essential for facilitating the efficient execution of related activities.
These positions are critical in supporting chartered surveyors through the provision of technical and operational assistance. Key responsibilities encompass troubleshooting, researching, accurate input of surveying records/data and, maintaining and enhancing property data records, valuation/cost templates and databases. The roles will contribute to the overall productivity of the team and support the effective use of resources to improve business outcomes.
The role of the BEAMS Operational Technician has been strategically refined to enhance technical support and operational efficiency within the team. This role will provide assistance in a variety of work areas, aiming to optimise workflow and maximise the effectiveness of surveying operations.
The ideal candidate will collaborate with and learn from experienced Higher Executive Officers and surveyors, enhancing the workflow within the team. The selected individual will demonstrate a strong willingness to learn a wide range of work and have a genuine interest in the Agency's specialist surveying services. This role serves as a potential pathway to obtaining a professional qualification in our specialised surveying fields.
BEAMS Operational Technician - Key responsibilities
+ Conducting desk-based research for published data and information, inputting data into valuation data bases, BEAMS guides and or valuation template.
+ Preparing case work to support chartered surveyors with a work delivery, delivering operational targets.
+ Research information to support chartered surveyors with their work under takings.
+ Leveraging the capabilities of Excel spreadsheets facilitated a data-driven analysis, providing empirical support for the information under consideration.
+ Ensuring team efficiency and compliance by effective management and maintenance of email inboxes, coupled with the meticulous auditing and enforcement of BEAMS records and data storage protocols.
+ Effectively liaising with colleagues across the broader agency and engaging with external clients to acquire necessary information crucial for supporting and advancing BEAMS-related work areas.
There may be a need for occasional travel across the UK with some overnight stays required to support business needs. This can include but not limited to team meetings, training and visiting co-located team members., We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
+ Developing Self and Others
+ Managing a Quality Service
+ Working Together, A Personal Statement (maximum 750 words). Please outline your suitability for the role. Please pay particular attention to the 'Essential Criteria' and 'Person Specification' outlined in the advert when providing your answer.
Sift - 31st July 2025
We will assess you on your CV and Personal Statement.
Should there be a large number of applicants, an initial sift will be made on Personal Statement. Candidates who pass the initial sift may be progressed to a full sift or progressed straight to interview.
Interviews - Week commencing 18th August 2025
Please note these dates are provisional and may be subject to change. These will be confirmed should you be invited to interview.
Interviews are currently taking place using Microsoft Teams Video. We will provide more detail if you are shortlisted for interview.
We will assess you on the Behaviours listed in the job description and Strengths.
At the interview, the panel can then probe further and ask applicants to provide further specific examples that show how they best demonstrate their skills.
Behaviours
The distinguishing Behaviours (the required skills, knowledge and behaviours) for this role are set out in the Civil Service Behaviours Framework 2018 (Success Profiles - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)) and should be referred to when making this application.
You are required, under the Behaviours approach, to describe how you have dealt with a specific situation.
You must give evidence of your knowledge, skills and behaviours and how you have applied this, such as what you did or said and how you interacted with other people.
When you are giving your examples, do not spend too many words on description and background information. Avoid using general or unspecific statements. Instead say what the situation was, what you did what your thought process was and so on.
Application Hints and Tips
For more information on Success Profiles, tips on how to write a successful application and find out more about what's involved in the application process please visit About the application process , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk)
Further Information
On 28th April 2025 it was announced that the Valuation Office would become part of HMRC. The announcement means that our work and anyone who is an employee of the Valuation Office will transfer over to HMRC by the end of March 2026. The terms and conditions you will be employed under will not be affected on transfer to HMRC.
As part of the application process you will be asked to tell us which of the locations available you can work in. You will be able to specify up to 2 options. Please be aware that you can be posted to any location that you put in your preferences. If you would only like to be posted to one location, please confirm one location only.
Successful candidates must select one of the locations noted in this advert as their base office and will be expected to undertake regular travel to this location under the Agency's hybrid working policy.
Any move to VOA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
The VOA is an office-based organisation that supports flexible working. By default, everyone in the VOA is a hybrid worker with options to work in the office, at home or out and about, depending on the work they're doing that day and where it's best done.
VOA employees only: If you are currently in receipt of DTA as a result of a VOA office closure/restructure and it is agreed for you to take up this role in your current location, you may continue to receive DTA for the remainder of the period you can claim for. Please check with the Vacancy Holder on preferred locations for this role before you apply.
Only certain roles that we advertise are eligible for Certificates of Sponsorship. If you would require a Certificate of Sponsorship for the VOA to undertake this role, we would encourage you to get in touch with resourcingteam@voa.gov.uk before submitting your application.
Pre-employment Checks
In order to process applications without delay, we will be sending a Criminal Record Check to Disclosure and Barring Service on your behalf. However, we recognise in exceptional circumstances some candidates will want to send their completed forms direct. If you will be doing this, please advise Government Recruitment Service of your intention by emailing Pre-EmploymentChecks.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk stating the job reference number in the subject heading.
Reasonable Adjustment
We want to make sure no one is put at a disadvantage during our recruitment process because of a disability, condition, or impairment. To assist you with this, we will reduce or remove any barriers where possible and provide additional support where appropriate.
If you need a reasonable adjustment or a change to be made so that you can make your application, please click here for more information:
Reasonable Adjustments , Civil Service Careers (civil-service-careers.gov.uk) and contact voarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible.
Complete the "Assistance required" section in the "Additional requirements" page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process.
Terms & Conditions
Voluntary terms apply.
Reserve Lists
If we have more successful candidates than available vacancies, we will hold a 3-month reserve list as standard. During that time, we may use the list to fill the same, or similar roles with closely matching essential criteria, without further testing of merit. Any appointments from the Reserve list will be made in strict merit order.
Starting Work
The successful candidates will normally take up duty within one month from notification of successful completion of pre-employment checks.
Applying
All applications for these vacancies must be made online. There are limited exceptions to this. Paper applications will only be considered if you have a disability that will prevent you from applying online. If this is the case, please email voarecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Once you have submitted your application it cannot be amended; only submit your application when you have completely finished and answered all the relevant questions.
Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.
New entrants are expected to join on the minimum of the pay band.
Use of AI
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.
Concerns/Complaints
The Valuation Office Agency's recruitment processes are underpinned by the Civil Service Commissioner's Recruitment Principles, which outlines that selection for appointment is made on merit based on fair and open competition.
If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the values in the Civil Service Code and/or if you feel the recruitment has been conducted in such a way that conflicts with the Civil Service Commissioner's Recruitment Principles, you may make a complaint, by contacting the Central Recruitment Team at the following address: resourcingteam@voa.gov.uk
If you are not content with the outcome of your complaint you have the right to complain to the Civil Service Commissioners.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
Security
Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.
Nationality requirements
This job is broadly open to the following groups:
+ UK nationals
+ nationals of the Republic of Ireland
+ nationals of Commonwealth countries who have the right to work in the UK
+ nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities with settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS) (opens in a new window)
+ nationals of the EU, Switzerland, Norway, Iceland or Liechtenstein and family members of those nationalities who have made a valid application for settled or pre-settled status under the European Union Settlement Scheme (EUSS)
+ individuals with limited leave to remain or indefinite leave to remain who were eligible to apply for EUSS on or before 31 December 2020
+ Turkish nationals, and certain family members of Turkish nationals, who have accrued the right to work in the Civil Service
Further information on nationality requirements (opens in a new window)
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.
We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).
Apply and further information
This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative.
The Civil Service welcomes applications from people who have recently left prison or have an unspent conviction. Read more about prison leaver recruitment (opens in new window).
Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual with a genuine interest in the property profession and with a willingness to learn and develop knowledge in the Agency's specialist surveying services. You should be eager to learn across a broad range of work areas, and bring a proactive, forward-thinking approach. Confidence in suggesting improvements and contributing to the team's capability and performance is highly valued., + Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with a range of colleagues and stakeholders both verbally and in writing.
+ The ability to self-motivate and use initiative to make effective decisions independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.
+ Good time management and organisational skills to adapt flexibility and embrace changing business needs.
+ Shows a positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to tackle challenges and think through problems to find practical solutions.
+ Possess good analytical skills in order to provide accurate advice, information or reporting to others.
+ Demonstrate experience and capability with Microsoft Office Excel to enhance and maintain Spreadsheets.
The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) are the public sector's property valuation experts and advisers with a vision to be a world-leading provider of public sector valuations. Our work is vital to the collection of over £60 billion of revenue which goes back into communities, touching every citizen and every business across England and Wales.
We champion the values of professionalism, integrity, respect and innovation. We are committed to providing a collaborative and supportive working environment that encourages every colleague to contribute, grow and excel together. With opportunities to drive your own development and growth, we empower our colleagues to succeed by ensuring support at every step of their career journey.
The Built Environment and Mineral Surveyors (BEAMS) is a national team providing a single hub for all the Agency's specialist surveying services. It is a multi-disciplined team working across all the Agency's business streams and includes roles such as Operational Support Staff, Development Managers, Chartered Surveyors specialising in the Built Environment and Minerals/Waste disciplines, Surveying Technicians, and Researchers.
BEAMS delivers specialised surveying services to government entities across multiple professional and technical fields, with responsibilities that include surveying and valuing a diverse array of specialized property types, thereby fostering an engaging and varied work environment.
Alongside your salary of £29,494, Valuation Office Agency contributes £8,544 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
We offer a range of flexible working options, a generous leave allowance that starts at 25 days (increasing by a day for every year of qualifying service up to a maximum of 30 days.) and a Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 28.97%.
+ Learning and development tailored to your role.
+ An environment with flexible working options.
+ Family friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay for maternity, adoption or shared parental leave.
+ Employee Assistance Programme offering comprehensive wellbeing support.
+ To learn more about the extensive benefits we can offer you as a VOA employee please download our Benefits Booklet: VOA_benefits_booklet.pdf (publishing.service.gov.uk)
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