Senior Rural Surveyor

James & Partners; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded rural property consultancy in Oxford is seeking an MRICS-qualified Rural Surveyor to join their team. The role involves providing professional advice on a varied rural portfolio, conducting property valuations, and consulting on planning and development. Candidates with 2-4 years' experience and strong analytical skills are encouraged to apply. The position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, along with a generous benefits package including annual leave and other perks.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 25 days

Life assurance at four times basic salary

Westfield Health cash plan

Salary sacrifice pension scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Holiday buy-back scheme

Long service awards

One paid volunteering day per year

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified with typically 2-4 years' post-qualification experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of rural property and land-related matters.
• Ability to produce clear and concise reports.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with rural clients.
• Provide professional advice on rural property matters.
• Conduct valuations across rural property assets.
• Advise clients on rural planning and development.

Skills

MRICS qualification

Negotiation skills

Client-facing skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Education

CAAV qualification (desirable but not essential)

Job description

Land Agent / Rural Surveyor

Location: Oxford, UK
Contract: Permanent | Full-time (flexible working considered)

Role Overview

An established, highly regarded rural property consultancy is seeking a MRICS-qualified Rural Surveyor to join its Oxford office. This role offers the opportunity to work across a broad and varied rural portfolio, providing professional advice to private, institutional, and corporate clients across the rural sector.

The position would suit a motivated surveyor who enjoys diversity in their workload and is keen to contribute to the continued growth of a well-established rural team. The successful candidate will deliver high‑quality professional advice across rural estate management, valuations, and land agency, while developing long‑term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, manage, and develop strong relationships with a diverse rural client base
• Provide professional advice on rural property matters, including agricultural tenancies, land use, and estate management
• Undertake accurate and well‑reasoned valuations across a range of rural property assets
• Advise clients on compulsory purchase, utilities, wayleaves, easements, and compensation matters
• Support clients with rural planning, development, and diversification projects
• Assist with the delivery of infrastructure and development‑related schemes
• Support the wider Land Agency team with farm agency and estate management work
• Contribute to business development and the ongoing growth of the rural team

Candidate Requirements

• MRICS qualified
• CAAV qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Typically 2-4 years' post‑qualification experience in a rural surveying role
• Strong technical knowledge of rural property and land‑related matters
• Excellent analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to produce clear, concise, and well‑structured reports
• Strong negotiation, communication, and client‑facing skills
• Full UK driving licence

Transferrable skills and broader professional experience are welcomed. Candidates who demonstrate strong potential and a willingness to develop are encouraged to apply, even if not all criteria are met.

Benefits Package

• Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, increasing to 28 days with service
• Life assurance at four times basic salary
• Westfield Health cash plan (following successful completion of probation)
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave
• Holiday buy‑back scheme
• Long service awards
• One paid volunteering day per year for a chosen charity

Working Arrangements

• Core hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
• 37.5 hours per week
• Hybrid working policy in place
• Part‑time and flexible working arrangements considered