At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow a respected rural practice in the stunning Highlands of Scotland.
- Company: Bell Ingram, a trusted name in rural professional services for over 125 years.
- Benefits: Equity stake, competitive salary, private healthcare, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to high standards and client relationships.
- Why this job: Shape the future of rural practices while enjoying an exceptional quality of life.
- Qualifications: Chartered Surveyor with experience in rural practice and strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 85500 - 104500 £ per year.
Lead one of Scotland's most respected rural practices from the heart of the Highlands. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of Bell Ingram's Highland business as a Partner, leading an established team, advising some of Scotland's finest estates and helping drive the next phase of growth. As a Partner, you will have an equity stake in the business, giving you the opportunity to share in its success with uncapped earning potential.
The successful candidate will lead the delivery and development of Bell Ingram’s rural professional services across the Highlands. The role will suit an all-round rural practitioner with strong professional judgement and commercial acumen, and a particular interest and experience in sporting estates.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading and growing the Highland office and its client base.
- Delivering high-quality advice across a broad range of rural disciplines.
- Undertaking valuation work for a variety of purposes in accordance with RICS standards.
- Acting for private estates, landowners, trusts and institutional clients.
- Advising on sporting estates, estate management and wider rural property interests.
- Mentoring and supporting colleagues within a collaborative and professional team environment.
The Candidate
We're interested in hearing from experienced rural professionals with strong valuation credentials and the ambition to lead and grow a successful business. You will be:
- A Chartered Surveyor (MRICS or FRICS) and RICS Registered Valuer.
- Have substantial experience in rural professional practice, ideally with Highland or upland and sporting estate exposure.
- Be confident working independently while also providing leadership and direction to others.
- Demonstrate sound commercial judgement and strong client relationship skills.
- Have a genuine interest in, and enthusiasm for, sporting estates, including deer forests, fisheries and associated rural assets.
- Be committed to developing a long-term professional role within Bell Ingram.
Why Bell Ingram?
Recently celebrating 125 years of serving the rural and property sectors, our reputation is built on a deep understanding of the rural land sector and our ability to deliver effective solutions tailored to the needs of our clients. We have a team of 110 professional staff working across 10 UK offices. Our people are at the heart of the business delivering consistently high standards of professional service across all departments. Maintaining great relationships is key to our success. At Bell Ingram we pride ourselves on a highly personal approach, outstanding service and attention to detail. Our high levels of staff retention also mean that our clients can be sure of dealing with highly qualified and experienced people.
Your Benefits
- Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
- Equity assistance to allow investment in the Partnership is available, subject to lending criteria.
- Sign on bonus.
- Competitive base drawing rate and profit share giving unlimited earning potential.
- Private health care.
- Fully expensed company car including private fuel.
- Enhanced pension contributions.
- Flexible working.
- Volunteer leave.
- Access to 24/7 GP and mental health support.
- Annual staff conference.
- Social and sporting events.
Location
Based in Beauly, this role offers an exceptional opportunity to combine a senior professional position with an outstanding quality of life, set within one of the most attractive and rewarding parts of rural Scotland. Situated in Beauly, 12 miles from Inverness, the Highland office team provide a broad range of land agency services ranging from traditional estate management to utilities and pipelines, in addition to rural consultancy, estate agency and valuations. Flexible working is supported across our teams including an element of home working.
Bell Ingram is committed to encouraging equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We operate an anonymised shortlisting process to promote fair, diverse and inclusive recruitment. We are proud to be a Carer Positive organisation.
Informal Enquiries
Informal and confidential enquiries are welcomed and can be directed to: Mark Mitchell, Managing Partner Tel: 01738 621 121 Email: mark.mitchell@bellingram.co.uk
Ready to apply?
Send your CV and covering letter to HR Manager Kirsty Watson at kirsty.watson@bellingram.co.uk.
Partner, Head of Highland Operations employer: Bell Ingram
Bell Ingram is an excellent employer for graduates looking to kickstart their careers in land, property, and infrastructure. With a strong commitment to professional development and a flexible working environment, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive while working on diverse projects across the beautiful landscapes of north England. The supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, making it a rewarding place to build meaningful client relationships and contribute to impactful projects.
