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James Joughin

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Executive Director with 20+ years of experience in Valuation and Advisory services, consistently driving revenue growth through various market cycles. Expertise in launching new verticals and establishing growth platforms. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and develop innovative service lines for commercial, hospitality, and mixed-use assets. Focused on enhancing client satisfaction and delivering long-term value through comprehensive analysis and market insights.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Executive Director - Head of Valuation & Adv. UAE

Colliers
Dubai, UAE
02.2013 - Current

Overseeing Colliers Valuation & Advisory in UAE and Valuations MENA operations.


Delivering complex assignments whilst leading multidisciplinary teams to drive growth.

  • Combining technical expertise with management skills to ensure revenue and service excellence.
  • Developing and implementing annual budgets, financial forecasts, and KPIs aligned to strategy.
  • Spearheading business development initiatives, launching new skill lines successfully.
  • Managing staff planning, recruitment, and resourcing across V&A functions.
  • Delivering impactful market presentations to key stakeholders, enhancing corporate visibility.
  • Ensuring compliance with RICS Red Book, IFRS, and regional regulatory standards.

Head of Valuation - Abu Dhabi

Cushman & Wakefield (DTZ)
Abu Dhabi, UAE
05.2011 - 03.2013
  • Performed property valuations and financial feasibility analyses throughout Abu Dhabi and UAE.
  • Provided development consultancy and guided clients on project potential.
  • Delivered comprehensive reports to inform strategic investment planning.

Senior Valuer

Asteco
Dubai, UAE
06.2008 - 05.2011

Responsibilities included:


  • Executed financial feasibility studies, enhancing investment viability assessments.
  • Delivered accurate valuations to support client transactions and investment strategies.
  • Advised on development projects, ensuring alignment with market trends.

Development Surveyor

Savills
Chelmsford, United Kingdom
01.2005 - 06.2008
  • Advised on acquisitions and disposals to enhance investment strategies.
  • Conducted development consultancy for residential, mixed-use sites, and strategic regeneration projects.
  • Performed development feasibility studies to assess project viability.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Land Management

University of Reading
Reading
/2001 - /2024

Skills

  • Revenue generation and financial performance
  • Team leadership and development
  • Business strategy and growth
  • Service excellence and gaining client trust
  • Results-driven

Languages

English
Native

Affiliations

  • Running and Rowing (Indoor)

Certification

MRICS (2007) /

RICS Registered Valuer /

RERA Certified Valuer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Executive Director - Head of Valuation & Adv. UAE

Colliers
02.2013 - Current

Head of Valuation - Abu Dhabi

Cushman & Wakefield (DTZ)
05.2011 - 03.2013

Senior Valuer

Asteco
06.2008 - 05.2011

Development Surveyor

Savills
01.2005 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Land Management

University of Reading
/2001 - /2024
James Joughin