Estimators, valuers and assessors SOC 3541
Estimators, valuers and assessors (SOC 3541) qualifies for UK Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer must pay at least the going rate of £35,300 per year. This role is on the Temporary Shortage Occupation List, so you may qualify with a lower salary and get extra points. Scroll down for salary benchmarks, the visa rules, and live jobs from licensed sponsors.
What does an estimators, valuers and assessor do?
Estimators, valuers and assessors plan and undertake the calculation of probable costs of civil, mechanical, electrical, electronic and other projects, estimate the value of property and chattels, and investigate insurance claims to assess their validity and to assign liability.
Typical tasks
- examines plans, drawings, specifications, parts lists, etc. and specifies the materials and components required
- assesses condition, location, desirability and amenities of property to be valued
- assesses costs of materials, labour and other factors such as required profit margins, transport costs, tariffs and fare structures, possible hazards, etc.
- prepares comprehensive estimates of time and costs and presents these in report or tender form
- examines insurance documents to assess extent of liability and gathers information about incident from police, medical records, ship’s log, etc. and investigates potential fraudulent claims
Typical entry routes and qualifications
Entry is possible with a variety of academic qualifications. Entrants typically possess GCSEs/S grades, A levels/H grades, GNVQs/GSVQs or BTEC/SQA awards. Professional qualifications are available and may be required by some employers.
Visa sponsorship requirements
UK market salary · ASHE 2025
What estimators, valuers and assessors earn in the UK
UK market basic pay at a glance
How visa salary requirements compare to what employers pay.
Most estimators, valuers and assessors in the UK earn between £30,888 and £51,168 in basic pay. For Skilled Worker visa holders, the minimum salary (going rate) for this role is £35,300 (SOC 3541), sitting at the 40th percentile of what UK employers pay and £2,868 below the median. Since this falls below the general salary threshold, sponsors must pay at least £41,700.
All figures are before tax. Calculate your take-home pay.
How to get sponsored as an estimators, valuers and assessor
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Find a licensed sponsor on Hunt UK Visa Sponsors
Browse our register of UK companies with an active sponsor licence. Filter by industry, size, sponsor rating, and whether they're currently hiring estimators, valuers and assessors, so you only apply where a visa is actually on the table.
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Confirm the salary meets the £35,300 going rate
Your employer must pay whichever is higher: the going rate for SOC 3541 (£35,300) or the general Skilled Worker threshold of £41,700 per year.
New entrants and ISL roles may qualify for a lower rate. See the New entrant & discount rates section below.
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Receive a Certificate of Sponsorship
Your sponsor issues a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS), a reference number the Home Office uses to check the job offer, salary, and duties line up with an eligible SOC code.
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Apply for a Skilled Worker visa at gov.uk
Submit the Skilled Worker visa application online within 3 months of your CoS assignment date. You'll also book a biometric appointment and pay the immigration health surcharge.
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Move to the UK and start work
Travel to the UK before your CoS start date and begin working for the sponsor named on the certificate.
New entrant & discount rates
If you're under 26, switching from a Student visa, or a recent UK graduate, your employer can pay the new entrant rate of £28,600 (70% of the going rate) for up to four years.
Roles under SOC 3541
Recent jobs under SOC 3541
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Frequently asked questions
Can estimators, valuers and assessors get a UK Skilled Worker visa?
Yes. Estimators, valuers and assessors roles fall under SOC 3541 (Medium Skilled), so they qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Your employer will need a sponsor licence and must pay at least the going rate for this occupation. This role is also on the Temporary Shortage Occupation List, which can mean a lower salary bar.
What salary do estimators, valuers and assessors need for visa sponsorship?
The going rate for Estimators, valuers and assessors (SOC 3541) is £41,700 (£21.38 per hour). Standard minimum applies. Your employer must pay whichever is higher: this going rate or the general Skilled Worker threshold of £41,700 per year.
What job titles are covered by SOC 3541?
SOC 3541 covers a range of estimators, valuers and assessors roles, including: Energy advisers and assessors, Estimators, Loss adjusters, Valuers, Vehicle damage assessors, Estimators, valuers and assessors not elsewhere classified.. Keep in mind that the Home Office matches jobs by duties rather than title alone. Two roles with the same title can fall under different SOC codes depending on the actual work involved.
What does the Shortage Occupation List mean for estimators, valuers and assessors?
Estimators, valuers and assessors (SOC 3541) is on the Temporary Shortage Occupation List, which recognises a UK labour shortage in this field. In practice that means a lower salary threshold, plus extra "tradeable" points on your visa application. The Home Office lets shortage status stand in for a higher salary.
Is there a lower salary for new graduates entering estimators, valuers and assessors roles?
Yes. If you're under 26, a recent graduate, or switching from a Student visa, you count as a "new entrant" and your employer only needs to pay 70% of the going rate (with an absolute floor of £33,400/year — the new-entrant minimum cannot go below that). For Estimators, valuers and assessors, that works out to £28,600. The discount lasts up to four years.
Where can I find estimators, valuers and assessors jobs with UK visa sponsorship?
We list Estimators, valuers and assessors roles from companies with a Home Office sponsor licence. Scroll down to see what's currently open, or search our full jobs database for more visa-sponsored positions across the UK.
This information is provided as guidance only and should not be treated as legal advice. Eligibility criteria and salary thresholds are based on the latest published government data. Always verify with the official UK government guidance or seek professional immigration advice.