Assistant Area Land Agent (Central) Candidate Information Pack
Beach Baker is delighted to be partnering with Forestry England in the search for a Assistant Area
Land Agent to join their Central District Estate . This is an opportunity to join the team responsible for England's national forests and landscapes and make a meaningful contribution to people, nature and the climate
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experienced land and property professionals, you'll help manage a unique and diverse rural estate while supporting the sustainable future of England's forests.
ABOUT FORESTRY ENGLAND •
Forestry England is the country's largest land management organisation.
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Manages forests that support recreation, biodiversity, timber production and conservation.
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Delivers environmental, social and economic value across the nation.
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Operates a diverse estate including woodlands, farms, commercial properties and leisure facilities.
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Committed to protecting and enhancing natural assets for future generations
• Based in Nottinghamshire and covering a substantial area from Merseyside to Lincolnshire and Greater Manchester to Northamptonshire.
THE CENTRAL DISTRICT ESTATE
• Includes ancient woodland, productive forests and community woodlands. • Manages approximately 100 buildings within the estate. • Supports a wide range of forestry, recreation and commercial activities. • Provides exposure to an exceptionally varied property portfolio.
THE OPPORTUNITY • A broad and varied surveying role with significant responsibility. • Work closely with experienced Area Land Agents and surveying professionals. • Support operational forestry and recreation teams across the district • Influence estate decisions that support long -term sustainability and growth. • Gain exposure to commercial, residential, agricultural and recreational property matters.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES •
Manage landlord and tenant relationships across a mixed -use estate.
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Negotiate leases, renewals, rent reviews and new agreements.
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Support recreation developments and commercial opportunities
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Manage wayleaves, utility agreements and access rights matters.
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Provide professional property advice across the organisation.
SPECIALIST PROJECT WORK • Assist with major development and investment projects. • Undertake or support RICS Red Book valuations.
• Contribute to strategic asset management planning • Work on complex estate matters including boundaries and encroachments. • Help protect and enhance Forestry England's property interests
FUTURE -FOCUSED LAND MANAGEMENT • Contribute to Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) initiatives. • Support renewable energy projects across the estate • Develop experience in emerging environmental markets. • Help balance commercial objectives with conservation priorities • Play a role in shaping sustainable land use for the future.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR • Experience managing mixed -use property portfolios • Strong landlord and tenant management expertise. • Excellent negotiation, communication and relationship -building skills.
• Ability to solve complex property and estate management challenges. • MRICS, AssocRICS or progressing towards APC qualification.
• Salary from £40,388 plus Civil Service benefits.
WHY JOIN FORESTRY ENGLAND?
• Flexible approach with home and office based working. • Supportive culture focused on collaboration and development. • Opportunities to work on unique and meaningful projects. • Chance to make a lasting impact on England's natural environment.
LOCATION & NEXT STEPS Based at Sherwood Pines near Mansfield. Travel across the Central District forms part of the role. Occasional overnight stays may be required. Join an experienced district management and estates team. Take the next step in your land agency career with Forestry England.
CONTACT US Dan Cole Director
Property - Rural dan.cole@beachbaker.co.uk
07443 880 834
Beach Baker is proud to be supporting Forestry England with this appointment and welcomes conversations with individuals who would like to play a pivotal role in shaping England's future landscapes. All third party and direct applications will be forwarded to Beach Baker Recruitment for review.