Associate Rural Surveyor

Rural Surveying Lead (Associate Level)
Shrewsbury (Agile / Hybrid Working)
£60,000 – £70,000 + Excellent Benefits

Conrad Consulting is delighted to be working in partnership with a highly regarded, multi-disciplinary property consultancy to recruit a Rural Surveying Lead for their Shrewsbury office.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Rural Chartered Surveyor to take on a key leadership role within a growing team. The position offers the chance to shape and expand a rural consultancy offering across the region while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

As Rural Surveying Lead, you will act as the technical and strategic lead for rural services in the region. You will be responsible for both delivering high-quality consultancy work and driving business growth through strong client relationships and market presence.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the internal lead and technical expert for rural surveying services
• Advising on complex rural estate strategies for landowners, investors, and institutions
• Managing rural tenancies including Farm Business Tenancies and AHA agreements
• Identifying new business opportunities and contributing to regional growth strategy
• Delivering hands-on consultancy alongside strategic leadership responsibilities
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members
• Ensuring compliance with RICS standards, agricultural policy, and environmental legislation
• Driving efficiency, profitability, and continuous improvement within the team
• Building and maintaining strong professional networks across the rural sector
• Representing the business at industry events and enhancing brand presence

We are seeking a commercially aware and technically strong rural surveyor with proven leadership capability and a passion for business development.

You will have:

• MRICS qualification (essential)
• Strong experience in rural surveying and estate management
• In-depth knowledge of rural property law, agricultural economics, and sustainability
• Proven track record in rural consultancy and strategy delivery
• Excellent client-facing and relationship management skills
• Experience in business development and building professional networks
• Strong valuation and development appraisal expertise
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and grow teams
• Full UK driving licence

• Competitive salary: £60,000 – £70,000
• Discretionary bonus potential
• Private healthcare
• 35 days holiday (including bank holidays) + birthday leave
• Additional leave for long service
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Paid professional memberships and full CPD support
• Agile working (hybrid model)
• Access to additional employee benefits and discounts