Rural Surveyor / Land Agent

Tregothnan; Yate Rocks; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Accommodation

Job summary

Tregothnan is seeking a Rural Surveyor – Land Agent to join its Cornish estate near Truro. You will manage tenancy portfolios, undertake valuations and support development and environmental projects across agricultural, residential and commercial properties.

The role combines autonomy with collaboration, offering exposure to diverse rural disciplines and long-term estate strategy within a historic estate context.

Qualifications

• RICS qualification in Rural Practice is required.
• Ideally at least 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Fellowship of the CAAV or actively working towards it.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage agricultural, residential and commercial tenancies.
• Conduct rent reviews, lease renewals, and landlord/tenant matters.
• Perform regular property inspections and estate management tasks.
• Lease and letting of residential, agricultural and commercial property.
• Carry out capital and rental valuation work.
• Handle telecoms agreements, wayleaves, easements and compensation matters.
• Support planning, diversification and development projects.
• Identify and implement renewable energy opportunities.
• Deliver natural capital and environmental land management projects.
• Collaborate with tenants, stakeholders and advisers.

Skills

Post-qualification experience

Driving licence

Interpersonal communication

Education

RICS qualification in Rural Practice

CAAV Fellowship or working towards it

Job description

Rural Surveyor – Land Agent

Salary £35,000 - £50,000 per annum (depending on experience) + £5,400 car allowance + accommodation

Full-time | 35 hours per week | Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm

Based near Truro, Cornwall

Are you a Rural Practice Surveyor looking for a role where no two days are the same?

We are seeking an ambitious and motivated Rural Surveyor to join the management team of a substantial and progressive Cornish estate. This is an exceptional opportunity to take responsibility for a diverse portfolio spanning agricultural, residential, commercial and environmental interests, while gaining exposure to a wide range of professional work rarely found within a single role

The Role

Reporting to the Land and Property Director, you will have day-to-day responsibility for part of the estate portfolio and play a key role in its ongoing management and development.

Your work will include:

• Management of agricultural, residential and commercial tenancies
• Rent reviews, lease renewals and general landlord and tenant matters.
• Regular property inspections and estate management responsibilities.
• Leasing and letting of residential, agricultural and commercial property.
• Capital and rental valuation work.
• Telecoms agreements, wayleaves, easements and compensation matters.
• Management of compulsory purchase and compensation claims
• Supporting planning, diversification and small-scale development projects.
• Assessment and implementation of renewable energy opportunities
• Delivery of natural capital and environmental land management projects.
• Working closely with tenants, stakeholders, consultants and professional advisers.
• Supporting the strategic management and long-term success of the wider estate portfolio

Why This Opportunity?

This is far more than a traditional estate management role.

You'll be given the autonomy to manage your own workload while gaining exposure to a broad range of rural professional disciplines. One day you could be negotiating a lease renewal, the next reviewing a renewable energy proposal, advising on a natural capital project, undertaking a valuation or working with consultants on a development opportunity.

The estate encourages involvement across a variety of projects, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who wants to broaden their professional experience and develop into a well-rounded rural surveyor.

About You

We're looking for someone who is passionate about the rural sector and enjoys building strong relationships while managing a varied workload.

You will have:

• RICS qualification in Rural Practice.
• Ideally at least 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Fellowship of the CAAV or be actively working towards it.
• A strong rural background, ideally with experience of livestock and/or arable farming.
• Experience in rural estate management and/or rural property management.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, professional and solutions-focused approach.
• High levels of integrity, attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport.

Why Join Tregothnan?

This is a rare opportunity to develop your rural surveying career within a progressive estate that combines heritage, environmental stewardship and commercial enterprise. You'll enjoy a genuinely varied role, work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to the long-term success of a remarkable Cornish estate.