Rural Adviser/Surveyor - North Wiltshire

Beach Baker Property Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property recruitment agency is looking for a Regional Adviser/Surveyor to join a respected organization influencing rural policy in the South West. This role offers a hybrid working model and requires strong expertise in rural land issues, client interaction, and public speaking skills. Candidates from various backgrounds are encouraged to apply, making a difference in the countryside.

Qualifications

• Experience with rural land and property issues.
• Ability to deliver presentations and represent CLA professionally.
• Experience with infrastructure projects and compulsory purchase is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Advise members on planning and infrastructure.
• Represent member interests in consultations and public forums.
• Influence rural policy and contribute to campaigns.

Skills

Strong technical expertise in rural land/property issues

Confidence in client-facing roles

Public speaking skills

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Regional Adviser / Surveyor - CLA South West

Location: Biddestone, near Chippenham, Wiltshire

Working Pattern: Hybrid - ideally 3 days per week in the office (including Mondays); Coverage Area: South West Region

About the Opportunity

Beach Baker are working with the Country Land and Business Association (CLA) to recruit a new Regional Adviser / Surveyor for their South West team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical knowledge of rural land and property issues to join a respected membership organisation that plays a key role in shaping rural policy and supporting landowners across the region.

The role is based in a beautiful countryside office near Chippenham and offers a varied and impactful workload, from advising members on planning and infrastructure to representing their interests in consultations and public forums.

Who Should Apply?

We're open-minded about background. While a Rural Surveyor would be ideal, we're also keen to hear from candidates with experience in planning, land management, or rural consultancy. You don't need to be a qualified surveyor, but you must bring:

• Strong technical expertise in rural land/property issues
• Confidence in client-facing roles and public speaking
• Ability to deliver presentations and represent CLA professionally
• A proactive, collaborative approach to problem-solving

Experience with infrastructure projects and compulsory purchase is a bonus.

Why Join CLA?

This is more than just a technical advisory role. You'll be part of a team influencing rural policy, supporting members through change, and helping shape the future of the countryside. You'll attend regional events, contribute to campaigns, and work closely with stakeholders across the South West.

Provisional Interview Dates:

Monday 17th November or Friday 21st November

If you're passionate about rural affairs and want to make a difference, 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 [e-mail].

Alternatively, if you would like to ask a few questions before applying, please get in touch.

All third party and direct applications will be forwarded to Beach Baker Recruitment for review.