Rural Surveyor (MRICS) – Land & Tenancy Specialist

Cowdray; Midhurst; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

26 days annual leave

RICS/CAAV subscriptions covered

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cowdray Estate in West Sussex invites a Rural Surveyor to join the Property Management team at Easebourne. You will manage agricultural land strategy across the 16,000-acre estate with autonomy after PQE, overseeing farm tenancies and driving regulatory compliance within the South Downs National Park.

The role reports to the Senior Property Surveyor and requires MRICS, plus strong landlord-tenant legal knowledge and budgeting ability. Based on-site, a career within Cowdray awaits.

Qualifications

• MRICS qualification and CAAV knowledge are highly regarded.
• Degree in Rural Land Management or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 5 years PQE in dedicated rural practice in a similar role.
• Experience managing AHA and FBT tenancies and landlord–tenant law is essential.
• Proficient with estate mapping software and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage landlord and tenant relationships across agricultural holdings including AHA tenancies and tenancies.
• Lead rent reviews, lease renewals, and tenancy successions as part of strategy.
• Support day-to-day management of rural residential portfolio and resolve issues.
• Handle boundary questions, rights of way matters, and compensation claims.
• Coordinate land-use with Land Management, Forestry and Deer departments; support infrastructure.
• Assist leisure and sporting divisions with land management logistics.

Education

MRICS (Chartered Rural Surveyor)

FAAV qualification

Degree in Rural Land Management or equivalent

Minimum 5 years PQE in rural practice

Tools

LandApp

Job description

Cowdray Estate in West Sussex invites a Rural Surveyor to join the Property Management team at Easebourne. You will manage agricultural land strategy across the 16,000-acre estate with autonomy after PQE, overseeing farm tenancies and driving regulatory compliance within the South Downs National Park.

The role reports to the Senior Property Surveyor and requires MRICS, plus strong landlord-tenant legal knowledge and budgeting ability. Based on-site, a career within Cowdray awaits.