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A strategic opportunity has arisen within our Shrewsbury office for an ambitious and commercially driven Associate Rural Chartered Surveyor to help grow our rural consultancy offering in the region. This is a leadership role. The successful candidate will act as one of our figureheads within the office, providing technical excellence, commercial direction and external profile, while working closely with colleagues across disciplines to deliver integrated client solutions.
Job Responsibility:
Be a figurehead within our Rural Surveyors offer in the Shrewsbury office and be the go-to for technical expertise
Lead on complex rural estate strategies, advising landowners, investors and institutions on long‑term asset optimisation
Deliver high-quality professional work
Identify new opportunities, build networks and contribute to the Berrys’ growth strategy in rural consultancy
Remain actively involved in fee-earning work, collaborating with the team to coordinate and deliver high-quality expert advice to clients
Offer support to other members of the team and help to grow and develop their knowledge and understanding
Maintain compliance with RICS standards, agricultural policy and environmental legislation, anticipating regulatory change
Contribute to operational efficiency, productivity and profitability within the team
Develop and deliver collaboratively a clear growth strategy for Rural consultancy within Shrewsbury and the wider region, aligned with the firm’s overall business objectives
Drive revenue growth, focusing on new instructions while strengthening and expanding existing client relationships
Contribute to positioning Berrys as a leading rural consultancy in the region, enhancing our profile, reputation and visibility in the marketplace
Identify and capitalise on cross-disciplinary opportunities, integrating Rural expertise with planning, development, valuation and architecture services to maximise client value and internal collaboration
Critically review the current agency and professional service offering, identifying gaps, market opportunities and areas for diversification, and implement a plan to strengthen and broaden the offer
Utilise established networks and cultivate new relationships with landowners, institutions, investors and developers to secure high-quality, sustainable instructions
Represent the firm confidently at industry events, professional forums and networking platforms, acting as an ambassador for the business
Requirements:
MRICS-qualified (essential)
Strong background in rural professional practice and consultancy
Proven ability to generate new business and grow client portfolios
Demonstrable leadership and people development skills
Commercially astute with strong financial awareness
Excellent client relationship management and communication skills
Exceptional technical capability
Resilient, adaptable and confident operating at senior level
Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Active user of professional networks and social media platforms (LinkedIn essential)
Full UK driving licence essential due to regular travel between sites and client meetings
What we offer:
Excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience
Payment of all appropriate professional memberships
Funded attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training
Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA
Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab
Agile Working Philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working
Entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays
An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday
Additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service
Potential for discretionary bonus
Enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST)
Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services
Salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes