Agricultural Liaison Officer

Vacancy ID - 61281 DM

Job Title - Agricultural Liaison Officer / Rural Surveyor

Sector:Water Infrastructure / Major Projects

*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract*

Looking for a career move where every day is different and your agricultural expertise is valued?

Want to step away from the traditional farming environment while staying connected to the land?

Could your practical farming knowledge help shape the future of UK agriculture and sustainability?

Can you see yourself helping balance the future of infrastructure with the needs of farmers and landowners?

Passionate about protecting agricultural land while supporting renewable energy and sustainability projects?

Company

Our client is a leading international property consultancy with a long-standing heritage and an outstanding reputation across the rural, agricultural and land sectors. They provide specialist advice to landowners, estates, private clients, businesses and organisations across the UK, supporting a diverse range of property, infrastructure, development and land management projects.

With a highly respected professional team and a strong commitment to delivering expert advice, they offer an excellent environment for individuals who want to develop their career, work on high-profile projects and make a meaningful impact within the rural and property sector.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Agricultural Liaison Officer / Rural Surveyor to join a leading property consultancy's Major Projects team, supporting a significant water infrastructure programme across the South West of England.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong rural and agricultural knowledge to act as the vital link between landowners, farmers, contractors and project teams, ensuring works are delivered successfully while minimising disruption to agricultural businesses and rural communities. Based between the Taunton office and client offices in Exeter, you will play a key role in managing land access, maintaining positive stakeholder relationships and supporting the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects.

Location - Taunton & Exeter

Salary - £35,000 - £45,000 dep on exp

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, farmers and occupiers
• Act as the main point of contact throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate and manage access for surveys, site works and construction activities
• Work collaboratively with contractors, project teams and wider stakeholders
• Complete pre-entry records of condition and land assessments
• Provide regular updates to landowners regarding project progress and requirements
• Resolve issues proactively and ensure concerns are managed effectively
• Maintain accurate records of stakeholder communications and project updates
• Attend project meetings and identify potential risks or conflicts
• Support negotiations including Heads of Terms and compensation claims
• Assist with land access matters and ensure projects progress smoothly
• Always deliver best practice, ensuring a professional service to landowners and stakeholders

About You

Someone with a strong understanding of rural and agricultural environments who enjoys working with people and solving challenges. You may come from a background in rural surveying, land agency, agriculture, estate management or another land-based discipline.

You will ideally have:

• Strong rural and agricultural knowledge and practical experience
• Ideally a surveying or agricultural degree/qualification (although this is not essential)
• Experience working with landowners, farmers or rural stakeholders
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A willingness to learn, develop and grow within the role
• A self-motivated and organised approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Excellent IT skills and confidence using systems such as GIS
• A good understanding of relevant legislation would be advantageous
• A full UK driving