Associate Director - Head of Rural Practice

Beach Baker Property Recruitment; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local property consultancy is looking for an Associate Director - Head of Rural Practice to shape strategy and lead a high-performing team. You will manage rural professional services including valuations and land management, ensuring compliance with RICS standards. This senior role requires MRICS qualification and strong leadership skills. Flexibility for remote working is available.

Benefits

Excellent Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified with 5+ years' rural practice experience.
• RICS Registered Valuer; FAAV membership desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of valuation, land management, and rural legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Rural Practice team.
• Deliver RICS 'Red Book' valuations and strategic advice.
• Manage landowner matters including CPO and utility compensation.

Skills

Rural practice experience

Leadership

Client relationship management

Business development

Communication skills

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Associate Director - Head of Rural Practice

Location: Monmouthshire (with flexibility for Cheltenham, Cardiff, and remote working)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Bonus Scheme

A leading local property consultancy is seeking an experienced and ambitious rural chartered surveyor to head up its Rural Practice division. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, lead a high-performing team, and deliver exceptional client service across a broad range of rural property matters.

The Role

As Associate Director - Head of Rural Practice, you'll take ownership of rural professional services, including valuations, estate and land management, and strategic consultancy. You'll work closely with agency, planning, and development teams, and play a key role in business growth and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Rural Practice team.
• Deliver RICS 'Red Book' valuations and strategic advice.
• Manage landowner matters including CPO and utility compensation.
• Oversee rural and development property agency.
• Ensure compliance with RICS standards and manage client agreements.
• Represent the firm in professional networks and events.
• Drive business development and identify new opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• MRICS qualified with 5+ years' rural practice experience.
• RICS Registered Valuer; FAAV membership desirable.
• Strong technical knowledge of valuation, land management, and rural legislation.
• Proven leadership and client relationship skills.
• Commercially astute with a proactive approach to business development.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport.

How to apply

For further information and to talk about the role in more detail, feel free to call Dan Cole on 07443 880 834 or email [e-mail]