Rural Surveyor / Land Agent - Cardiff
About the Role
Beach Baker is working with a leading firm of chartered surveyors based in the heart of Cardiff, offering a broad range of services across various sectors, including retail, office, industrial, residential land, and rural/agricultural property. Their client portfolio includes regional, national, and international organisations from both the public and private sectors. With a team of experienced professionals, this firm provides expert services across the full spectrum of property and land management.
We are looking for a full-time Land Agent to join the team. Based in Cardiff, this role involves working across Wales and parts of England, advising clients on rural property and investment opportunities. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing appraisals, negotiating transactions, conducting aerial surveys using drones, undertaking valuations, offering landlord/tenant advice, and building relationships with key players in the industry.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise clients on rural property, land management, and investment opportunities
* Prepare appraisals and valuations for various purposes
* Negotiate agricultural lease agreements, land acquisitions, and disposals
* Provide advice on renewable energy projects and rural estate management
* Conduct aerial surveys using drones (training provided)
* Offer landlord and tenant advice (L&T)
* Build and maintain strong industry networks to drive business development
Qualifications & Skills
* Expertise in agricultural lease negotiations, rural estate management, land acquisition and disposal, and renewable energy schemes
* A degree in Rural Estate Management or a related field
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels
* Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team
* Fellowship of the CAAV is desirable (support provided for further professional development)
* Full UK driving licence
* Applications from suitably experienced graduates will also be considered
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Company pension scheme
* Car allowance or loan policy
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Professional body fees covered
* Drone training (if necessary)
* Active social committee and team-building events
Application Process
For a confidential conversation about this role, please contact Dan Cole at Beach Baker on 07443 880 834 or send your CV (even if not up-to-date) to dan.cole@beachbaker.co.uk.
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