Forestry England - Land Agent - South District

Land Agent - South District Candidate

Information Pack

We’re recruiting an experienced Land Agent to join the Estates team in Forestry

England’s South District .

This is a senior professional role offering real influence , variety and the

opportunity to manage some of the most significant rural and environmental assets in England , including land within the New Forest National Park .

THE OPPORTUNITY We’re looking for a confident, commercially aware Land Agent who can combine strong technical expertise with leadership capability.

In this role, you’ll provide professional estate management and property advice across a large and diverse portfolio spanning Surrey, Hampshire, West Sussex and Berkshire, with wider coverage across the South District. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams, playing a key role in shaping how Forestry England manages, protects and derives value from its land and built assets.

You will:

• Lead and manage the District Estates team alongside another Area Land Agent, including line management responsibilities • Act as cost centre manager for the Estates budget, overseeing annual and five year business planning • Manage a wide -ranging portfolio of residential, agricultural and commercial properties

WHAT YOU’LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

• Negotiate and renew leases, licences, wayleaves and agreements • Lead on land acquisitions and disposals, securing best value outcomes

• Undertake RICS Red Book valuations for financial and internal purposes • Handle legal and compensation claims in liaison with solicitors • Identify development and income generating opportunities aligned with government policy • Support delivery of Forestry England’s Energy Strategy and low carbon ambitions • Contribute as a member of the District senior leadership team

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS •

Chartered membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS or FRICS)

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Degree (or equivalent) in Rural Estate Management or a related discipline

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Proven experience in rural or general practice estate management

DESIRABLE •

RICS Registered Valuer status

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Fellow of the Association of Agricultural Valuers

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Experience using GIS and strong IT skills

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Understanding of sustainable forest management

We’re keen to hear from candidates who are collaborative, decisive and comfortable working within sensitive, high -profile landscapes.

WHY FORESTRY ENGLAND This is a standout role because it offers: Responsibility for unique, nationally important assets

Significant autonomy and professional trust A supportive, values led organisation with long term purpose Flexible and blended working arrangements

Excellent development and progression opportunities

BENEFITS INCLUDE • Salary: £48,765 – £52,557 • 25–30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional leave • Generous Civil Service pension (minimum 20% employer contribution)

• Paid professional membership fees • Family friendly policies and wellbeing support • Structured learning and development, including five dedicated learning days per year

CONTACT US Dan Cole Director Property - Rural dan.cole@beachbaker.co.uk

07443 880 834

All third party and direct applications will be forwarded to Beach Baker Recruitment for review.