Rural Estates Manager - Client-side - Homebased

Rural Estates Manager – Flexible Location, East of England, Home-Based

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious professional to manage a diverse portfolio across the East of England, from land acquisitions to property management and more. With the flexibility of a home-based role, this position offers you the chance to work remotely from Norfolk, Suffolk or Cambridgeshire, while contributing to the success of a dynamic team across the region.

About the Role:
We are seeking a self-motivated Surveyor to join a dedicated team responsible for managing rural properties in the East of England. The successful candidate will manage their own portfolio of properties, with the opportunity to support a range of land and property activities, including acquisitions, disposals, and risk management. As part of a wider network of professionals, you will collaborate with colleagues across the country to provide expert guidance and ensure the smooth operation of land and property management activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Land and Property Management:
   Manage legal, reputational, and financial aspects of rural properties, including rent reviews, repairing obligations, landlord consents, and land management contracts. You\’ll also advise on agricultural matters, negotiate leases, licences, wayleaves, and easements, and support agri-environment work.
2. Reserve Acquisition Work:
   Appraise, negotiate, and conclude acquisitions to establish or expand property reserves. This includes the purchase or lease of land, buildings, and other relevant assets.
3. Land and Property Disposal:
   Advise on the disposal of surplus properties, from land to offices and residential buildings, ensuring effective asset management.
4. Risk Management and Project Support:
   Assist in the development of systems to manage legal and financial risks. Conduct internal audits for compliance with relevant schemes and provide support to project managers and area teams in their land management activities.
5. Team Collaboration:
   Be an active participant in a highly collaborative team, sharing knowledge and expertise while working closely with building surveyors and area managers. You\’ll also provide on-the-ground professional advice, identifying opportunities to optimise financial outcomes for the business.

Essential Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

1. Chartered member of RICS (Rural) or equivalent professional body.
2. Proven expertise in estate management, land acquisition, and disposal within rural environments.
3. In-depth understanding of agricultural subsidy schemes and cross-compliance requirements.
4. Strong knowledge of project management principles.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
6. Ability to make well-informed decisions and recommend practical solutions.
7. Skilled in negotiation to achieve desired outcomes.
8. Awareness of charity sector regulations (training can be provided).
9. Strong organisational skills, able to manage competing priorities and work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.
10. Flexibility to travel as required, with occasional overnight stays.

Why Join?
In this role, you\’ll benefit from the autonomy of a flexible, home-based working environment while making an impact on key land and property management decisions. You\’ll be supported in maintaining your RICS qualification with ongoing professional development opportunities, including both internal and external training.

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, please contact Dan Cole at Beach Baker on 07443 880 834 or send your CV (even if not fully up-to-date) directly to All applications will be treated confidentially.

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