Chartered Surveyor – Land Agent                   

Chartered Surveyor – Land Agent                     

Salary: £45,260 - £49,062

Beach Baker are delighted to be working in partnership with Forestry England, the largest land manager and recreation provider in England to recruit a Chartered Surveyor.

This is a national role with a flexible working model, combining office-based and virtual working. You can be based anywhere in England with good travel and IT connections.

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced and qualified Chartered Surveyor with a specialism in rural land management and a passion for outdoor leisure and recreation. This exciting opportunity involves leading the development of commercial  initiatives across various key locations for Forestry England

The role is ideal for someone with expertise in rural surveying, who thrives in developing both new and existing commercial partnerships. You will be instrumental in working with estates colleagues and operational teams to expand and enhance outdoor leisure opportunities and experiences across the nations forests

About the Role

As a key player in a growing recreational and visitor experience business, this role requires a strong background in rural surveying and land management. You will manage a portfolio of tenant relationships and commercial agreements, ensuring that all leisure and recreation projects deliver successful commercial outcomes.

This role involves a balance of leadership, partnership management, and commercial strategy development, requiring a Chartered Surveyor with an ability to handle both the technical aspects of land management and the commercial side of partnership development.

Key Responsibilities

Act as the primary landlord liaison for key commercial tenants involved in outdoor leisure, ensuring smooth and productive relationships. Work closely with District Land Agents to manage and identify new commercial opportunities in the leisure and recreation sectors. Oversee the pipeline for new outdoor leisure and recreational projects, from concept through to commercial delivery.

Experience & Professional Expertise

Essential

Full membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) with significant experience in rural surveying, commercial land management, and managing landlord-tenant relationships. Proven experience in project or programme management, with a track record of delivering commercial outcomes in the leisure or rural sectors. Competency in Microsoft Office applications.  

Desirable

Project/Programme Management or Land Management qualifications. RICS Registered Valuer accreditation.  

Benefits

Flexible working environment that supports work-life balance. Tailored learning and development opportunities to enhance your career. A culture that encourages inclusion, diversity, and collaboration. A generous pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27%.  

Your application will be dealt with in the strictest confidence by Dan Cole.  Please call our office on 07443 880 834 or alternatively send your CV (at this stage do not worry if it’s not up-to-date) directly to dan.cole@beachbaker.co.uk

All third party and direct applications will be forwarded to Beach Baker Recruitment for review.