Senior / Associate Director : Rural - Hertfordshire

Beach Baker Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy is seeking an experienced Rural Surveyor to manage a major estate client and drive strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will hold an MRICS qualification and possess 3-5 years of relevant experience in rural surveying. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career development in a forward-thinking environment in Hertfordshire.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years post-qualification experience in rural surveying.
• Proven experience managing rural assets including let farms.
• CAAV / SAAVA membership is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset management for a major estate client.
• Drive strategic objectives across rural assets.
• Deliver secured lending and professional valuations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Job Description

Rural Surveyor - Associate Level

📍 Hertfordshire | 🕒 Permanent | Full-Time

Overview

A leading property consultancy is seeking a talented and proactive rural surveyor to join its growing Rural Land Management and Consultancy team in Hertfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of rural estates, contributing to strategic estate management and professional advisory services. The role offers scope to develop expertise in Natural Capital and Rural Diversification, while collaborating with colleagues across estate agency, farms, and forestry.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as lead asset manager for a major estate client, working closely with senior colleagues.
• Manage day-to-day operations and drive strategic objectives across rural assets.
• Deliver secured lending and professional valuations.
• Coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Lead a high-performing team and contribute to business development.
• Ensure compliance with internal and client standards.
• Support budgeting and resource deployment to maximise profitability.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• MRICS-qualified rural surveyor (Rural pathway preferred) with 3-5 years post-qualification experience.
• CAAV / SAAVA membership is advantageous.
• Proven experience managing rural assets including let farms and residential property.
• Strong leadership, delegation, and team management skills.
• Excellent communicator with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Capable of working under pressure and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Why Join?

This role offers the chance to work with prestigious clients, develop your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, and contribute to the growth of a respected consultancy.