LAND AGENT / CHARTERED SURVEYOR

Location: Lancashire (Hutton & Clitheroe offices) – Main Office – Hutton, Preston, PR4 5JE
Employment Type: Full-time
Accreditations Preferred: MRICS / FAAV

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in rural surveying, land agency, or property consultancy
• Strong understanding of UK planning law, agricultural policy, and tenancy legislation
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage complex caseloads
• MRICS and/or FAAV qualification preferred (or working towards)
  They would also consider someone who is interested in getting in to the industry and will provide relevant training.

ROLE OVERVIEW

Our client is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Land Agent / Chartered Surveyor to join their growing team. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload across rural, residential, and commercial property sectors, providing expert advice and practical solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Valuation & Appraisal

• Conduct RICS Red Book valuations for inheritance tax, CGT, matrimonial, stocktaking, and development purposes
• Advise on purchase, sale, and business restructuring strategies

Planning Consultancy

• Lead planning applications including pre-apps, full submissions, and appeals
• Advise on permitted development, change of use, CLEUDs, and strategic planning routes
• Manage third-party consultants and project timelines

Grants & Subsidies

• Design and implement schemes under BPS, SFI, CS, and other DEFRA initiatives
• Advise on infrastructure grants and alternative income strategies

Landlord & Tenant

• Negotiate agricultural, residential, and commercial tenancy agreements
• Advise on rent reviews, succession, and dispute resolution

Utilities, Wayleaves & Easements

• Liaise with utility providers to manage access, compensation, and easement agreements
• Prepare formal submissions and claims

Sales & Lettings

• Appraise, market, and manage transactions for farms, land, rural property, and development sites
• Provide end-to-end support from instruction to completion