Job Description
Rural Surveyor / Land Agent
Location: Near Inverness
We're working with an established rural property consultancy to recruit a Rural Surveyor / Land Agent for its Highland office. This opportunity will suit a qualified surveyor - or an experienced rural professional - looking to progress their career within a varied and high‑quality portfolio.
The role offers exposure to a broad mix of estate management, rural consultancy, and valuation work, with clients ranging from private landowners and estates to rural businesses and public‑sector organisations.
The Role
You'll support and deliver a wide range of rural professional services, including:
1. Agricultural, commercial, and residential property and estate management, incorporating natural capital, forestry, and sporting interests
2. Property consultancy covering sales and purchases, landlord and tenant matters, compensation claims, servitudes, and wayleaves
3. RICS Red Book valuations and property appraisals
4. Advice on renewable energy projects, including wind, hydro, solar, and battery storage
5. Strategic land management advice for private and public‑sector clients
6. Contributing to business development, client relationships, and new instructions
About You
We're keen to speak with candidates who bring practical rural experience and a collaborative, client‑focused approach.
Ideal background:
7. MRICS or AssocRICS (or equivalent experience with a commitment to working towards chartership)
8. RICS Registered Valuer status preferred, but not essential
9. FAAV qualification advantageous
10. Strong communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills
11. Self‑motivated and comfortable working independently or within a team
12. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
What's on Offer
This role provides a supportive and professional working environment with genuine flexibility and long‑term development prospects. The package includes:
13. Competitive salary, dependent on experience
14. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
15. Generous pension contribution
16. Cycle to Work scheme
17. Birthday day off
18. Paid volunteer leave
19. Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
20. 24/7 GP access and mental health support
21. Annual staff conference, plus social and sporting events
22. Life insurance and wellbeing programme
Career Development
Ongoing professional development is fully supported, including:
23. Structured internal and external CPD
24. Support towards MRICS, Registered Valuer, and CAAV qualifications
25. Professional and commercial skills training
26. Postgraduate conversion courses where required
Ready to Apply
If you are looking for a friendly, knowledgeable team then this could be a great role for you.