Job Description

We are currently working on the below opportunity for a Junior Rural Surveyor working with an East Midlands Based Local Authority to support a customer-focused rural property service, promoting sustainable land use and assisting with compliance and service improvements"
Junior Rural Surveyor
Client: Leicestershire County Council
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 3 Months Initially (likely extension)
Rate: *Negotiable* (Umbrella Inside IR35)
Hybrid Working Arrangement Onsite Weekly
Key Responsibilities:

• Support the management of rural land and property owned by the council, including smallholdings, parks, and agricultural land.
• Assist in the preparation of valuations for lettings, acquisitions, disposals, and internal reporting.
• Help draft and administer agricultural tenancy agreements, licences, and leases.
• Contribute to the maintenance of accurate property records, maps, and databases.
• Assist in rent reviews, inspections, and monitoring tenant compliance with lease obligations.
• Provide support on land use matters, including planning applications, environmental schemes, and development proposals.
• Liaise with tenants, landowners, contractors, and internal departments to support the effective management of the rural estate.
• Attend site visits, surveys, and meetings with senior surveyors and property officers.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• A degree (or working towards one) in Rural Land Management, Property, Agriculture, or a related subject.
• Intention to work towards RICS qualification, preferably via the Rural or Land & Resources pathway.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and willingness to learn property management systems.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards one) - desirable due to rural site access.

If this is of any interest please send a copy of your updated CV or email directly, and myself or a member of the team will be in contact.