Senior Director - Rural Land Management
Inverness / North Scotland (with hybrid working)
£75,000+ | Bonus | Full benefits package
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Rural Surveyor to join one of the most respected teams in the UK, supporting the management and growth of a high-value rural portfolio in Scotland. This is a senior leadership position for someone ready to take full responsibility for the delivery of rural estate and land management services, while playing a key role in driving client strategy and future growth.
Role Overview
A key senior appointment within a multidisciplinary rural team, this role will focus primarily on full-spectrum estate management for a long-standing client.
You'll be supported by in-house experts across surveying, buildings, environment, and finance, and work directly with a respected portfolio of let farms, rural residential, commercial assets, and environmental projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the estate management of a key portfolio with full autonomy
* Handle rent reviews, lease negotiations, maintenance projects, and dispute resolution
* Guide the strategic direction of the estate alongside senior stakeholders
* Collaborate with internal specialists across planning, building surveying, farming, natural capital and rural finance
* Ensure compliance with all internal and client governance standards
* Identify and develop new business opportunities in the region
What You'll Need
* MRICS qualified - rural pathway (10+ years PQE ideal)
* Proven experience managing diverse rural asset portfolios
* Excellent communication and relationship management skills
* Strong leadership and delegation ability
* CAAV or SAAVA membership beneficial
Core Package
* £75,000+ salary
* Discretionary annual bonus
* Clear promotion routes and CPD support
* RICS fees paid
* 27+ days holiday plus bank holidays
* Option to buy 5 extra days
* Volunteering days
* Regular socials, charity days and arts events
* Private medical cover
* Health screening
* Gym discounts
* Eye care vouchers
* Mental health and wellbeing support
* Excellent pension scheme
* Life assurance - 8x basic salary
* Group income protection
* Share incentive plan
* Interest-free season ticket loan
* Retail and travel discounts
* Travel insurance
* Concierge service
* Kids Pass
* Open Fairways golf card
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Access to mortgage and financial advice
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly collaborative and respected team with outstanding long-term career potential. Ideal for a senior-level rural professional looking for autonomy, scope, and progression - all within a nationally respected firm with a reputation for doing things right.
