Senior Associate Director - Rural Surveying

James & Partners; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious rural surveying firm in London is seeking a Senior Associate Director with MRICS qualification. This senior leadership role offers flexibility, managing high-value rural estates and developing relationships with high-net-worth clients. Competitive salary starting at £75,000, bonuses, and extensive benefits package are provided, including private medical cover and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Car allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

Private medical cover

27+ days annual leave

Qualifications

• MRICS-qualified with a strong rural background.
• Proven ability to manage complex estates and high-net-worth client relationships.
• Commercially astute with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead management of high-value rural and mixed-use estates.
• Advise on landlord and tenant matters across various properties.
• Deliver strategic planning and long-term asset management.

Skills

MRICS qualification

Strong rural background

Proven ability to manage complex estates

Excellent communication skills

Experience in valuations or project delivery

Job description

Overview

Senior Associate Director - Rural Surveying

Location: London (hybrid & remote working available)

Salary: 75,000+
Package: Car allowance, Bonus scheme, Extensive private client portfolio

About My Client

My client is one of the UK's most prestigious names in rural surveying - a nationally recognised firm with an exceptional track record in private client advisory. Known for structured career progression and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry, they are continuing to expand throughout 2025.

They are now seeking an MRICS-qualified Rural Surveyor to join as a Senior Associate Director in London, with the flexibility to focus on estate management, valuations, or a bespoke mix of both.

The Role

This is a senior leadership opportunity, working across some of the most distinguished rural portfolios in and around London and the South East. The role offers scope to shape client strategy, manage complex assets, and develop strong long-term relationships.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Leading on the management of high-value rural and mixed-use estates.
• Advising on landlord and tenant matters across agricultural, residential, and commercial properties.
• Delivering strategic planning, diversification projects, and long-term asset management plans.
• Providing financial oversight including budgets, reporting, and performance monitoring.
• Managing employees and contractors to ensure seamless delivery of client services.
• Conducting and overseeing rural valuations where required.

The role offers hybrid working, autonomy, and exposure to prestigious private clients.

What You'll Need

• MRICS qualification.
• Strong rural background, whether from private practice or a resident agent role.
• Proven ability to manage complex estates and high-net-worth client relationships.
• Commercially astute with excellent communication skills.
• Experience in valuations, planning, or project delivery advantageous.

What You'll Get / What’s on Offer

Core Package

• 75,000+ salary
• Up to 5,000 car allowance
• Discretionary annual bonus
• RICS fees paid
• Defined progression pathways and CPD support

Annual Leave & Lifestyle

• 27+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional leave
• Volunteering days and community engagement opportunities
• Regular socials, charity events, and cultural activities

Health & Wellbeing

• Private medical cover
• Health screening and wellbeing support services
• Gym membership discounts
• Eye care vouchers

Financial & Security

• Excellent pension scheme
• Life assurance (8x salary)
• Group income protection
• Share incentive plan
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Retail and travel discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Travel insurance and concierge service
• Kids Pass and Open Fairways golf card
• Access to mortgage and financial advice

Summary

This is a high-trust, senior role with one of the most respected rural teams in the country. It offers flexibility, career progression, and the chance to work with truly premium rural assets - all from a London base with hybrid working options.