Rural Surveyor - Client Side

Joshua Robert Recruitment; Sutton-in-Ashfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking public organization as an Estates Surveyor, where you will manage a diverse portfolio of land and property assets. This role offers the chance to lead on acquisitions and disposals, provide strategic property advice, and ensure compliance with relevant legislation. With a commitment to sustainability and community impact, this position is perfect for someone with technical expertise and a strategic mindset. Enjoy hybrid working options and professional development support in a role that makes a meaningful difference.

Benefits

Above market remuneration

Excellent public sector pension scheme

Hybrid and flexible working options

Professional development support

Paid professional membership

Qualifications

• Professionally qualified with significant experience in estate management.
• Strong working knowledge of property legislation and public sector processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a general practice service across a varied property portfolio.
• Lead land and property acquisitions to meet operational priorities.
• Provide expert advice on landlord and tenant matters.

Skills

Estate Management

Land Transactions

Property Strategy

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

MRICS or working toward chartered status

Job description

Are you an experienced property surveyor ready to make a meaningful impact through your work?

Would you like to manage and advise on a diverse portfolio of land and property assets that support critical infrastructure, operational services, and environmental initiatives?

We re looking for a motivated Estates Surveyor to lead and support a wide range of general practice activities including estate and asset management, acquisitions and disposals, leasehold matters, and strategic property advice.
This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking public organisation with a deep commitment to sustainability, innovation, and community impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver a wide-ranging general practice service across a large and varied property portfolio.
• Lead on land and property acquisitions and disposals to meet operational, environmental, and strategic priorities.
• Provide expert advice on landlord and tenant matters, including lease renewals, rent reviews, and service charge issues.
• Support and deliver complex transactions, including those involving Compulsory Purchase Orders (CPO).
• Contribute to the strategic management of land assets, ensuring best value and legal compliance.
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams, landowners, local authorities, and external partners.
• Ensure robust management of legal, contractual, and compliance issues, including covenants, clawbacks, and property risk.

About You We re seeking someone who brings both technical expertise and a strategic mindset:

• Professionally qualified (e.g., MRICS, or working toward chartered status).
• Significant experience in estate management, land transactions, and property strategy.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant property legislation and public sector processes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and advise a range of stakeholders.
• A proactive, detail-oriented problem solver who takes pride in delivering robust and meaningful property solutions.

Benefits

• Above market remuneration.
• Excellent public sector pension scheme.
• Hybrid and flexible working options, including compressed hours.
• Professional development support and paid professional membership.