Senior Rural Surveyor

Our client is a well-established property and land consultancy based in the South East, part of a leading global financial services group. They're seeking an experienced rural surveyor to join their Rural Land Management and Consultancy team as Associate Director. This is an excellent opportunity to step into senior asset management, leading key client relationships whilst developing a high-performing team and progressing strategic rural estate objectives.

Position Overview

As Associate Director, you'll act as senior asset manager for a diverse portfolio of rural estates and properties. You'll manage complex asset strategies, oversee rent reviews and lease negotiations, resolve disputes, and coordinate repair and maintenance programmes across multiple client accounts. Working alongside rural building surveyors, farming specialists, and environmental consultants, you'll ensure clients achieve their key deliverables whilst maintaining compliance with internal and regulatory standards. This role combines hands-on client management with strategic leadership, offering the chance to shape the future direction of the team and the wider consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse rural asset portfolio, acting as senior asset manager for key estate clients

• Undertake rent reviews, negotiate lease terms, and resolve client disputes with professionalism and commercial awareness

• Coordinate repair and maintenance programmes across multiple properties and estates

• Progress strategic objectives for clients, ensuring delivery of key outcomes and compliance with agreed standards

• Lead and mentor junior team members, developing their skills and supporting their career progression

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying opportunities to develop new business for the wider team

• Collaborate with portfolio administration, rural building surveying, farming, and environmental specialists to deliver comprehensive advice

• Ensure adherence to internal processes, client requirements, and professional compliance standards

Requirements

• MRICS qualification with rural surveying pathway (or equivalent professional standing)

• Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience in rural surveying or estate management

• CAAV or SAAVA membership or qualification (advantageous)

• Proven track record in team leadership and mentoring junior staff

• Strong client relationship management skills with ability to generate new business

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Composed manner under pressure with strong time management and organisational abilities

• Attention to detail and accuracy in all professional matters

• Understanding of confidentiality and discretion in client relationships

• Relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree in surveying or related discipline

Company Overview

Our client is a respected property and land consultancy offering rural estate management, farm and property advice, and professional rural consultancy services. They work across residential, farm and estate agency, farming, forestry, natural capital, and finance sectors, providing comprehensive support to rural landowners and businesses. Part of a global financial services organisation, they combine local expertise with international resources. The consultancy is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all team members feel they belong and can reach their potential, supported through employee networks covering gender equality, ability, early careers, LGBT+ support, multicultural communities, and parents and carers.

Benefits

• 27 days annual leave plus public holidays, with option to purchase additional days

• Private medical cover and health screening

• Competitive pension scheme and company car allowance

• Life assurance and group income protection

• Bonus scheme and share incentive plan

• Interest-free season ticket loan

• Gym discounts and wellbeing support

• Financial and mortgage advice services

• Various travel and retail discounts

Alongside this generous benefits package, you'll be immersed in a supportive, inclusive environment where innovation and creativity are valued. You'll collaborate with specialists across multiple disciplines, develop emerging talent, and work within a culture that celebrates diversity and supports all colleagues to thrive.

How to Apply

If you're looking to advance your career into senior rural asset management and have the skills and experience to succeed in this role, please do apply. If you'd prefer to have a conversation first, please email me at or call .