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Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Shrewsbury; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare (BUPA)

Flexible, agile work

35 days annual leave (+ birthday)

Discretionary bonus

Pension (NEST)

Employee loans & discounts

Job summary

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is recruiting an Associate Rural Chartered Surveyor for Shrewsbury/Towcester. You will lead rural surveying projects, advise on estate strategies, tenancy matters, and asset optimisation, and act as the technical lead for colleagues and clients.

We seek an MRICS-qualified professional with strong people skills, a deep knowledge of rural property law, and a proven track record in strategy and consultancy.

Qualifications

• Accomplished and commercially astute rural surveying professional.
• Proven people management and team-building skills, able to inspire and support colleagues.
• Strong commercial awareness, with ability to translate market trends into practical strategies.
• Deep knowledge of rural property law, agricultural economics, and sustainability practices.
• Proven track record in rural strategy and consultancy.
• Expertise in valuation and development appraisal.
• Excellent client care and relationship management skills.
• Confident decision-making and problem-solving, resilient in a fast-paced environment.
• MRICS-accredited degree or equivalent professional qualification.
• Comfortable using social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter) for professional engagement and brand presence.
• Full, clean UK driving licence with regular travel between sites and client meetings.

Responsibilities

• Lead rural surveying projects and provide expert advice on estate strategies, tenancy matters, and asset optimisation.
• Act as the primary technical contact within the office for colleagues and clients.
• Mentor and support team members, sharing knowledge and building capability.
• Ensure all work meets professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, strengthening professional networks.
• Drive regional growth and enhance market presence across Shropshire and surrounding areas.
• Support the evolution and diversification of rural and agency services.
• Represent the business at industry events, reinforcing its profile and reputation.
• Contribute to improving efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability.

Skills

People management

Commercial awareness

Rural surveying

Client relationships

Education

MRICS-accredited degree

Job description

Associate Rural Chartered Surveyor - Shrewsbury / Towcester - Competitive salary

Associate Rural Chartered Surveyor - Shrewsbury / Towcester - Competitive salary + Benefits

The Job:

This is a strategic hire to grow and strengthen rural surveying services in Shrewsbury and the surrounding region. You will act as the internal lead for rural surveying, providing technical expertise, supporting colleagues, and delivering complex rural estate strategies. The role combines hands-on project delivery with team development, business growth, and the evolution of the rural and agency offering, ensuring work aligns with RICS standards, agricultural policy, and environmental legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead rural surveying projects and provide expert advice on estate strategies, tenancy matters, and asset optimisation
• Act as the primary technical contact within the office for colleagues and clients
• Mentor and support team members, sharing knowledge and building capability
• Ensure all work meets professional standards and regulatory requirements
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, strengthening professional networks
• Drive regional growth and enhance market presence across Shropshire and surrounding areas
• Support the evolution and diversification of rural and agency services
• Represent the business at industry events, reinforcing its profile and reputation
• Contribute to improving efficiency, productivity, and overall profitability

The Company:

An opportunity has arisen to join a well-established, multi-disciplinary property and land consultancy in their Shrewsbury office. The business offers the scale to provide diverse project opportunities while maintaining a close-knit environment that encourages autonomy, professional growth, and strong internal relationships. You will be part of a collaborative development team comprising engineers, surveyors, planners, architects, and other specialists, delivering a broad and varied workload across rural and land consultancy services.

The Candidate:

• Accomplished and commercially astute rural surveying professional
• Proven people management and team-building skills, able to inspire and support colleagues
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to turn market trends into practical, results-driven strategies
• Deep knowledge of rural property law, agricultural economics, and sustainability practices
• Proven track record in rural strategy and consultancy
• Expertise in valuation and development appraisal
• Excellent client care and relationship management skills
• Confident decision-making and problem-solving, resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• MRICS-accredited degree or equivalent professional qualification
• Comfortable using social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter) for professional engagement and brand presence
• Full, clean UK driving licence with regular travel between sites and client meetings

The Package:

• Friendly and supportive team with genuine opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Competitive salary reflective of skills, qualifications, and experience
• Funded professional memberships, CPD events, and time off for approved training
• Private healthcare through BUPA and Employee Assistance Programme, including health plan and annual flu vaccination
• Flexible, agile working approach with a mix of remote and office-based work
• 35 days' annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays) plus an extra day for your birthday and additional days for long service (one extra day every 3 years)
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Enhanced workplace pension scheme via NEST
• Access to employee loans and discounts on company services (after probation)
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including Electric Vehicle and Cycle to Work options

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.

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