HAYS
Rural Surveyor or Land Agent Cambridgeshire
Your new company
Hays is proud to support one of the UK’s most renowned property consultancies in their search for a Rural Surveyor/Land Agent to work on behalf of a prominent utilities service provider in the East. This is a fantastic opportunity for a talented Rural Surveyor/Land Agent to join a prestigious consultancy.
Your new role
In this role, as the Rural Surveyor/Land Agent, you will be responsible for managing instructions throughout the scheme gateways, ensuring the timely delivery of land access and acquisition to support clients in executing capital projects. Your responsibilities will also include overseeing a multi-million-pound compensation and land acquisition budget, resolving land access and legal issues, and managing a team of 20 consultants in their day-to-day activities. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role within the team, driving successful outcomes and project delivery.
What you’ll need to succeed
- Chartered Surveyor status with a rural background
- Comprehensive knowledge of the Water Industries Act, land compensation values, compensation assessment principles, and Town and Country Planning
- Experience in utilising GIS and other digital platforms
- Strong negotiation and communication skills, with a track record of delivering projects within or under budget
- Proficiency in IT and presentation skills
- The ability to motivate and inspire teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, performance, and engagement
- Conflict resolution and performance management expertise
What you’ll get in return
In return for your expertise and contribution, you will join one of the largest and most respected consultancies in the UK. You will receive a competitive salary based on your experience, a car allowance, and an annual discretionary bonus with performance-related extensions. Enjoy the flexibility of working arrangements, including options for remote work. On the days you choose to work from the office, you will be in a modern and welcoming environment, surrounded by a friendly team of surveyors, finance professionals, and office support staff who all share a collaborative approach to serving clients’ needs.
What you need to do now
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV, or call us on for a confidential discussion on your career aspirations. Even if this job isn’t quite right for you, we’d still love to chat about your next career move.
If you know of anyone who may be interested in this role, please do let us know. As a token of our appreciation for any successful referrals, you will receive up to £250 in vouchers.
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