Land Agent / Rural Estates Surveyor - Private Estate

Beach Baker; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Estate accommodation

Competitive salary & benefits

Job summary

Badminton Estate in Gloucestershire seeks a Land Agent / Rural Estates Surveyor to manage a diverse rural portfolio across Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Wales. You will work with the Head of Rural & Property to support agricultural, residential and commercial interests and oversee landlord-tenant matters.

The role offers autonomy, collaboration with a senior team, and a clear development path within a prestigious private estate, with potential accommodation and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification and experience within rural estate management.
• FAAV qualification advantageous but not essential.
• Strong landlord and tenant knowledge and practical problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Manage rent reviews, lease negotiations and lettings.
• Inspect properties and supervise tenant management.
• Assist with environmental stewardship and woodland schemes.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Tenant management

Problem solving

Driving licence

Education

MRICS

FAAV

Job description

Land Agent / Rural Estates Surveyor

Badminton Estate | Gloucestershire

A rare opportunity to help manage one of Britain's finest private estates

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Land Agent / Rural Estates Surveyor to join Badminton Estate, one of the country's most prestigious and historic private estates. Working across more than 60,000 acres of land and property spanning Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Wales, you will play a key role in the professional management of a diverse rural portfolio that includes agricultural holdings, residential property, commercial assets, environmental schemes and historic buildings.

Working closely with the Head of Rural & Property, this position offers exposure to the full breadth of rural estate management, providing an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to develop their career within a progressive landed estate environment.

Why Join Badminton Estate?

Few roles offer the opportunity to work across such a varied rural asset base.

From managing landlord and tenant matters and supporting environmental initiatives, to advising on rural professional practice issues and helping deliver long-term estate objectives, this position provides genuine breadth and responsibility. You'll work closely with tenants, contractors, consultants and estate colleagues as part of a highly collaborative team committed to the stewardship of an exceptional rural estate.

The Role

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day management of the Estate's agricultural, residential and commercial property interests. Key responsibilities will include:

• Rent reviews, lease negotiations and new lettings
• Property inspections and tenant management.
• Assisting with environmental stewardship and woodland management schemes.
• Advising on compensation matters, utility wayleaves and professional rural practice work.
• Working closely with colleagues across the farming, property, forestry and events operations of the Estate.
• Manage telecoms and advise on renewable energy initiatives
• Management of common land in England & Wales

About You

We're interested in speaking with qualified rural surveyors and land agents who are passionate about rural property, estate management and long-term stewardship.

You will ideally possess:

• MRICS qualification and experience within rural estate management.
• Strong landlord and tenant knowledge.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness coupled with a practical approach to problem solving.
• A full UK driving licence.
• FAAV qualification, experience of agricultural tenancies, environmental schemes or work on private estates would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer?

• An opportunity to work on one of the UK's most respected landed estates.
• Exposure to a diverse and high-quality rural portfolio.
• Genuine responsibility and autonomy from day one.
• Career development within a supportive and experienced team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Potential estate accommodation as part of the overall package.