Rural Surveyor - Client-side
Salary: £42,000-£45,000 (DOE)
Location: London & Surrey Region
Working Pattern: Hybrid (40-60% on-site)
The Opportunity
We are working with a leading land and heritage organisation seeking a talented Rural Practice Chartered Surveyor to join their Estate Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated surveyor who enjoys variety, autonomy and the chance to make meaningful impact across a diverse rural and built portfolio.
You will join a supportive and collaborative professional team comprising estate managers, building surveyors, lettings professionals and other specialists-all working together to deliver exceptional stewardship of land, property and environmental assets.
This role suits someone who thrives in a purpose‑driven environment, enjoys problem‑solving and is passionate about sustainable land management and conservation.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will provide a broad range of rural surveying services, including:
- Managing agricultural tenancies, agri‑environment schemes, woodland interests and wider rural assets
- Supporting residential and commercial lettings, landlord/tenant matters and property management activities
- Undertaking valuations, rent reviews, negotiations and dispute resolution
- Advising on access, boundaries, easements, covenants and general land‑related issues
- Contributing to acquisitions and disposals, including due diligence and reporting
- Working with managers and stakeholders to deliver effective land, property and asset management
- Building strong relationships with tenants, external partners, regulatory bodies and internal teams
- Applying professional judgement to deliver solutions aligned with organisational goals, policies and environmental commitments
Candidate Profile
We are looking for a professional who can bring technical expertise, confidence and a collaborative approach. You will ideally offer:
- Full Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Strong knowledge of rural land use, agriculture, land management, environmental and sustainability matters
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills
- Ability to analyse land and property issues and provide practical, workable solutions
- Experience with tenancies, legal agreements, asset management and professional surveying tasks
- Strong stakeholder management and the ability to build productive working relationships
- A proactive, innovative and client‑focused mindset
- A genuine affinity for conservation, heritage and responsible land stewardship
Post‑qualification experience (typically up to 3 years) in the rural sector is beneficial, alongside an understanding of project management and budgets.
What's on Offer
- A competitive salary with generous benefits
- Hybrid working with flexibility across home, office and site‑based work
- Professional development and support from experienced land and property specialists
- The chance to influence and help shape sustainable land and property management across a leading heritage organisation
- An inclusive, values‑driven workplace that champions collaboration, diversity and long‑term thinking
How to Apply
If you're a forward‑thinking Chartered Surveyor passionate about rural asset management and looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Your application will be dealt with in the strictest confidence by Dan Cole. Please call our office on 07443 880 834 or alternatively send your CV (at this stage do not worry if it's not up-to-date) directly to dan.cole@beachbaker.co.uk