Director – Rural Estate Management

Job Description

Director – Rural Property & Estate Management

Location: Castle Douglas / Client Site (In Person) Contract: Full Time or Part Time

We are seeking an experienced Director / Senior Surveyor to lead and develop rural property management services across a diverse portfolio of estates, farms and landholdings. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for delivering exceptional client service, overseeing junior surveyors, and driving strategic growth within the Property & Forestry department.

About the Role

You will work closely with senior leadership to manage a core base of retained estate management clients while delivering high quality consultancy across rural property, landlord & tenant matters, strategic planning, and negotiation of property rights. The role combines hands on estate management with high level strategic thinking, project delivery and team development.

This position is ideal for a commercially minded rural surveyor ready to step into a Director level remit, take ownership of client relationships, and contribute to the long term growth of the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day to day estate management across a varied rural portfolio
• Deliver strategic advice on landlord & tenant matters, property management and negotiation of rights
• Manage projects from inception through to completion
• Support consultancy work including compulsory purchase and negotiation of property rights
• Prepare fee proposals and quotations for approval
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior surveyors
• Conduct performance reviews and support professional development
• Build strong relationships with clients and understand their business drivers
• Identify opportunities to cross sell wider rural services
• Engage in business development and support departmental growth
• Maintain strong relationships with external professionals
• Ensure compliance with RICS, GDPR and internal policies
• Maintain high professional standards and commitment to CPD
• Support administrative processes including time recording, billing and file management

Qualifications & Experience

• MRICS qualified
• CAAV qualified or working towards
• Strong technical knowledge of rural property and estate management
• Commercial mindset with demonstrable business development experienceExcellent communication skills and ability to adapt to different audiences
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

What We Offer

A competitive salary, flexible working options, and a generous benefits package including enhanced holiday entitlement and additional leave for length of service. Full details will be discussed with shortlisted applicants.