Rural Graduate Programme Regional Offices

Knight Frank; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Cycle-to-work scheme

Retail and lifestyle discounts

Job summary

Knight Frank’s Rural Graduate programme is based across the UK in Rural offices, offering exposure, training and support to launch a career in the rural property industry. You will follow the Rural APC pathway and work on an expanded portfolio of clients, tenants and properties.

You join in September 2027, with a view to completing the graduate scheme and qualifying as a surveyor in March 2030. Regional offices include Bristol, Cambridge, Chester, East Hendred, Horsham, Kent and York.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in any subject.
• Willingness to work in rural/land-based sector.
• Able to work in a team and adapt to hybrid working.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in managing estates for private/institutional landowners across a range of activities spanning agricultural management, estate management, land purchasing and sales, and professional land agency including planning and environmental aspects.
• In-hand farming, contract and share farming agreements, subsidy claims and environmental grants; land valuation and rent reviews.

Skills

Team player

Interest in rural property

Education

2:1 degree (or higher)

Job description

ReferenceV00095

ProgrammeGraduate programme

SchemeRural pathway

CountryUK

LocationRegional

Intake year2027

Start date20/09/2027

Salary26,500

DescriptionRural Graduate Programme – Regional Offices

About the role

Our rural graduate programme based across the UK in our Rural offices, will give you exposure, experience, training and support so that, whatever skills and perspectives you bring, you’ll build on your potential. Our programme is designed to provide you with everything you need to confidently launch a career in the rural property industry. Following the ‘Rural’ APC pathway, you will experience an unparalleled breadth of opportunities and explore a diverse range of projects. You’ll get exposure to an extended portfolio of clients, tenants and properties and we will help you discover where your strengths and interests are best placed:

Your programme will include assisting in managing estates on behalf of private and institutional landowners, this could encompass a range of responsibilities such as:

• Agricultural management (In hand farming, Contract and share farming agreements, Subsidy claims, environmental grants)
• Compulsory purchase
• Estate management (LL&T, rent reviews, repairs, new lettings, H&S etc)
• Land purchasing
• Land sales
• Professional land agency (planning and development, Environmental off-setting, strategic reviews, tenancy surrender and regrants)
• Valuation

If you have obtained an RICS-accredited degree, you will aim to complete the graduate scheme and qualify as a surveyor in November 2029 (RICS Autumn Sitting). If you do not have a RICS accredited degree, you will complete the RICS accredited Rural Estate and Land Management MProf / MSc alongside your work.You will join the firm in September 2027, with the aim of completing the graduate scheme and qualifying as a surveyor in March 2030(RICS Spring Sitting).

Rural Office locations:

• Bristol
• Cambridge
• Chester
• East Hendred
• Horsham
• Kent
• York

Salary

£26,500 starting salary plus a £1,000 sign-on bonus, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including private medical insurance, an employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, a cycle-to-work scheme and a range of retail and lifestyle discounts.

About you

With a passion for property, the countryside, and an ambition to become an expert in the rural property sector, you’ll have an undergraduate degree in any subject. You might have some experience within the rural and land-based sector, or some farm-based experience, but this isn’t necessary. More than anything, you’ll be a true team player ready to dedicate yourself to the role. This is a fantastic opportunity to launch a future-focused career right at the heart of the property industry.

Office Working Policy

We believe the best learning and development happens through in-person collaboration. As a result, this programme is primarily office-based, although hybrid working arrangements may be available depending on the team and business requirements.

Key Dates

• Applications open: Monday 14th September 2026
• Applications close: 11:59pm on Friday 13th November 2026
• In-person Interviews: November 2026
• Offer outcomes communicated: December 2026

Use of AI

Candidate Usage: We recognise that AI tools can be useful for research and preparation. However, we encourage you to ensure that any application you submit reflects your own experiences, motivations, and achievements. The strongest applications are those that are authentic, personalised and written in the candidate's own voice. Where AI is used, it should support your thinking rather than replace it.

How Knight Frank Use AI

We may use AI-enabled tools to enhance the recruitment experience, including supporting candidates during the application process and assisting with aspects of application review. However, every application is reviewed by a member of our Early Careers team, and all recruitment decisions involve human assessment and judgement. We are committed to ensuring that candidates are evaluated fairly, consistently, and holistically.

Why Choose Knight Frank?

At Knight Frank, you'll join one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies, with over 125 years of history and a global network spanning more than 50 territories.

What makes Knight Frank different is our commitment to partnership. We believe the best outcomes come from working collaboratively, building long-term relationships and delivering trusted advice to our clients. It's a culture that encourages curiosity, values fresh perspectives and empowers people to make a meaningful contribution, regardless of career stage.

You'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts, gain exposure to real projects and clients, and develop your understanding of the property industry in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Our values shape everything we do:

• Value the Individual
• Collaborate to Succeed
• Commit to Partnership
• Make the Difference

We're committed to helping our people fulfil their potential while creating positive outcomes for our clients, communities and each other.

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage candidates to request any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process.

Eligibility criteriaEligibility Criteria

• Passion for the countryside and the rural/land-based sector
• A minimum C/4 and above in GCSE Maths and English Language
• 3 A-levels/equivalent e.g. Scottish Highers or International Baccalaureate
• A 2:1 degree (or higher) in any subject, actual or predicted
• Beneficial to hold a full UK driving license
• Applicants must have the unrestricted right to work in the UK and be able to maintain this throughout their employment with Knight Frank

Open Date15 September 2026