Senior / Associate Director: Rural - Hertfordshire

Beach Baker Property Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy is seeking a talented Rural Surveyor to join its Rural Land Management team in Hertfordshire. This is a full-time role that offers the opportunity to manage diverse rural assets and contribute to strategic estate management. The ideal candidate will be MRICS-qualified with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience and possess strong leadership skills. This consultancy encourages professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead asset management for major estate clients.
• Drive strategic objectives across rural assets.
• Deliver secured lending and professional valuations.
• Coordinate teams for service delivery.
• Lead a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic mindset

Excellent communication

Pressure management

Education

MRICS qualification in Rural Surveying

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.