Rural Surveyor - Estate Management & Consultancy
Location: Guildford

Our client is offering an excellent opportunity for a Rural Surveyor to join their highly regarded Land Management and Consultancy team in Guildford. This role provides the chance to work with a respected portfolio of rural estates and deliver a broad range of professional services to some of the most prominent landowners in the region.

The successful candidate will take on a varied workload, combining estate management with professional advisory responsibilities. The Guildford team is known for its technical expertise and strong client relationships, and this role offers scope to contribute meaningfully to both day-to-day operations and strategic planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Acting as principal agent for a selection of estate management clients.
• Conducting estate and farming business reviews.
• Advising on diversification projects and strategic land promotion.
• Undertaking secured lending and other professional valuations.
• Leading and managing a high-performing team.
• Maintaining and strengthening relationships with a prestigious client base.

Candidate Profile

Essential Skills & Experience:

• MRICS-qualified rural surveyor with experience across a range of estate and consultancy projects.
• Strong leadership potential and the ability to manage and support a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Calm and professional under pressure, with a flexible approach to work.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential matters.

Qualifications

• Relevant undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
• MRICS qualification (Rural pathway preferred).
• Full, valid UK driving licence.

Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Previous experience working to deadlines and managing a team.

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive and award-winning benefits package, including:

Health & Wellbeing:

• Private medical cover
• 27 days annual leave (plus public holidays), with the option to purchase additional days
• Health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, and volunteering opportunities

Lifestyle & Perks:

• Cycle to work scheme, travel and retail discounts, concierge service, and more
• A vibrant company culture with regular social and sporting events

Financial:

• Competitive pension scheme
• Company car allowance
• Life assurance (8x basic salary)
• Group income protection
• Bonus scheme eligibility
• Share incentive plan
• Financial and mortgage advice

Our client welcomes applications from individuals who are ready to take the next step in their rural surveying career and contribute to a team known for its professionalism and high standards.

Join a respected consultancy where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your work makes a lasting impact.