Senior Rural Surveyor
2 days ago
Oxford
Land Agent / Rural Surveyor Location: Oxford, UKContract: 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