Vacancies

Rural Chartered Surveyor

Why Join Bagshaws?

Are you ready to take the next step in your rural surveying career?

We are a well-established and rapidly growing firm of Chartered Surveyors, Auctioneers, and Estate Agents, with multiple offices across the Midlands. Our reputation is built on deep-rooted expertise, trusted advice, and a personal approach to land and property matters.

With livestock markets in Bakewell and Leek, we are one of the largest livestock and property auctioneers in the Midlands and are recognised as leading experts in farm dispersal sales.

We’re proud to offer the best of both worlds – the scale to support a broad and varied client base, alongside a close-knit team culture where every individual is empowered to contribute, innovate, and shape the future of the business.

You’ll work alongside respected professionals with deep expertise and will be encouraged to take ownership of your work, develop specialist knowledge, and influence the direction of the firm.

We’re growing fast and are looking to expand our professional team with like-minded individuals who are passionate about the rural sector.

The Role

You’ll work on a diverse range of instructions, including:

• Valuation of rural and agricultural property for a variety of purposes
• Land and estate management, working with both traditional and institutional clients
• Agricultural tenancy matters, including succession, rent reviews, and end-of-tenancy issues
• Compulsory purchase and compensation work involving utilities and infrastructure schemes
• Planning and development, including promotion and option agreements
• Environmental and agri-environment schemes, including an interest in Natural Capital, Biodiversity Net Gain, and emerging land use markets

You’ll also be part of a team providing strategic advice to farming clients and landowners on diversification and business planning.

About You

We welcome interest from surveyors with significant experience. We are looking for surveyors with a passion for rural property, an ability to build client relationships, and a willingness to grow and contribute to our team.

You will ideally have:

• RICS qualification (essential)
• VRS registration (desirable)
• CAAV membership or willingness to work towards it
• Proven experience as a fee earner in a professional environment
• Familiarity with relevant software and digital tools
• A positive, proactive mindset and an ability to work independently
• An interest in mentoring junior colleagues or contributing to the firm’s development (if more experienced)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary tailored to your experience and qualifications.
• Performance-related bonuses.
• Laptop, mobile phone and mileage reimbursement.
• Pension scheme, life insurance, enhanced sick pay and retail benefits.
• Professional memberships paid – RICS, VRS, CAAV etc
• Generous holiday entitlement with additional days for long service.
• Ongoing CPD and support with qualifications such as CAAV or further RICS specialisms

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter (closing date Friday 26th September 2025) to the Practice Manager  jo.ross@bagshaws.com

We’re always happy to have an informal chat if you’d like to find out more before applying.

Bagshaws LLP is an equal opportunities employer.

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If you’re interested in working with us, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a covering letter to jo.ross@bagshaws.com.

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