Senior Associate Director – Rural Surveying

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Senior Associate Director – Rural Surveying

Location: Cambridge (hybrid & remote working available) | Car allowance | Bonus scheme | Extensive private client portfolio

I'm working exclusively with one of the UK’s most prestigious names in rural surveying — a nationally recognised firm known for high-end private client work, structured progression, and one of the most comprehensive benefits packages in the industry. As they expand throughout 2025, they’re looking to speak with MRICS-qualified Rural Surveyors ready to step into a Senior Associate Director role — with flexibility to focus on estate management, valuations, or a tailored blend of both.

The Role

An opportunity to lead on major estate portfolios across affluent counties, working with highly engaged clients on a mix of:

• Estate and farm management

• Landlord and tenant relationships (agricultural, residential and commercial)

• Strategic planning and diversification projects

• Financial reporting, budgeting and performance monitoring

• Employee and contractor management

The role offers hybrid working, autonomy, and exposure to truly premium rural assets.

What’s on Offer

Core Package

• Discretionary annual bonus

• Clear promotion routes and CPD budget

Annual Leave and Lifestyle

• Option to buy 5 extra days

• Volunteering days

• Regular socials, charity days and arts events

Health and Wellbeing

• Mental health and wellbeing support

Financial and Security

• Life assurance – 8x basic salary

• Interest-free season ticket loan

• Retail and travel discounts

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Access to mortgage and financial advice

What You’ll Need

• Rural background from private practice or resident agent role

• Commercially aware, personable, and a strong communicator

• Comfortable leading client relationships and internal teams

• Experience in valuations, planning or project delivery is a plus

This is a high-trust role, offering serious scope, autonomy, and flexibility — with one of the most well-regarded rural teams in the country.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting and Management

• Industries

  Surveying and Mapping Services, Agriculture, Construction, Mining Machinery Manufacturing, and Real Estate

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