Rural Surveyor
Location: Ashby-de-la-Zouch
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
The Role
An established rural property consultancy is seeking a qualified Rural Surveyor to join a busy and growing rural team. This is a varied role offering exposure to a broad range of rural and property-related work, advising a diverse client base that includes private landowners, farmers, investors, and developers.
The position sits within a regional rural division and will involve working across a wide geographical area. You will operate both independently and as part of a collaborative team, contributing to the smooth running and continued success of the department. Support will be available from experienced senior surveyors, while also allowing scope to use initiative and develop client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to:
Property Agency: Marketing appraisals, property take-ons, advertising, negotiations, and sales progression
Valuations: Preparation of Red Book valuations across a range of property types
RPA & Grants: Handling BPS applications, Countryside Stewardship Scheme, and other grant applications
Rural Estate Management: Managing land under Farm Business Tenancies, Grazing & Keep agreements, and Contract Farming arrangements
Planning: Submission and management of planning applications
Development: Advising on development opportunities, including option and promotion agreements
Dispersal Sales: Involvement in farm dispersal auctions, collective sales, and fodder sales
This list is not exhaustive, and responsibilities will evolve as the role and career progress.
As client responsibility increases over time, candidates are encouraged to engage with the local rural community and develop professional networks within the area.
Skills & Qualifications
MRICS qualified Surveyor
Registered RICS Valuer (preferred, but not essential)
Strong knowledge of farming and the agricultural sector
Proven experience across agency, valuation, development, and CPO work
Confident networker with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organised, accurate, and numerate
Comfortable using technology and digital systems
Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail
Team player with the ability to work under pressure
Proactive, adaptable, and self-motivated approach
Full, clean UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Benefits
Competitive basic salary
Car allowance
Mobile phone allowance
25 days' annual leave, increasing with length of service
Birthday leave
Pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 GP access
Enhanced family leave policies
Life assurance cover
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