PFK Rural

Senior Land Agent PFK Rural Penrith Competitive Salary Full time, Permanent For more information please see our dedicated recruitment microsite at: PFK Rural is a long-established, independent firm of chartered surveyors and rural land and property advisers with deep roots in Cumbria dating back to 1876. With a broad client base across farming, landowners and rural businesses, we are committed to serving rural communities with professionalism, accessibility and long-term strategic focus. Recognised for combining expert technical advice with genuinely personalised client service, we are excited to be adding to our team at Redhills Business Park in Penrith. As part of the continued development of PFK Rural, we are seeking a Senior Land Agent to join the team in Penrith. This role offers an opportunity for an experienced rural surveyor to take a key position within a growing department, working closely with the Head of Rural to help shape the direction of the service while delivering high-quality advice to a diverse client base. The successful candidate will operate as a land agent within the RICS definition of the role, applying their professional judgement and experience to a wide range of rural property and estate matters. The Senior Land Agent will be responsible for providing clear, commercially focused advice across estate management, property management and consultancy work for private, corporate and institutional clients. You will be expected to deliver services to a high professional standard within an effective fee-charging structure, while contributing to the financial performance of the department. Working within established departmental practices, you will also play an active role in supporting colleagues, helping to ensure consistency of approach and a strong, positive team culture. This role involves close collaboration with specialists across PFK, drawing on in-house expertise to add value to client interests and identify opportunities for cross-disciplinary working. You will be encouraged to contribute to the ongoing development of systems and processes, helping the department remain efficient, competitive and responsive to client needs. There is also a strong outward-facing element to the role, with responsibility for championing PFK Rural across the firm's network of offices and developing new opportunities throughout the wider Cumbria catchment area. Applicants should be fully RICS qualified with solid experience in rural surveying or land agency. You will be an effective communicator, confident dealing with clients and colleagues, and comfortable managing workloads, financial targets and deadlines. A proactive mindset, strong organisational skills and a willingness to contribute to business development are essential, as is an appetite to continue developing your professional skills in a changing regulatory and commercial environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Senior Land Agent to join a well-established rural practice at an exciting stage of its growth, offering scope for professional progression and meaningful involvement in the future direction of the department. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nigel Fortnum or David Currie at Aspen People on You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.

Director of PFK Rural PFK Rural Penrith Competitive Salary Full time, Permanent For more information please see our dedicated recruitment microsite at: PFK Rural is a long-established, independent firm of chartered surveyors and rural land and property advisers with deep roots in Cumbria dating back to 1876. With a broad client base across farming, landowners and rural businesses, we are committed to serving rural communities with professionalism, accessibility and long-term strategic focus. Recognised for combining expert technical advice with genuinely personalised client service, we are excited to be adding to our team at Redhills Business Park in Penrith. As we approach our 150-year anniversary, PFK Rural stands at an exciting point in its development. We have recently consolidated our position in the market following group restructuring that saw our rural and land agency operations established in a dedicated legal entity, PFK Rural Limited, enabling sharper focus on growth, service diversification and regional relevance. Our expertise spans valuations, estate management, planning and development advice, dispute resolution, landlord and tenant matters, woodland and forest management, renewable energy consulting, digital mapping and strategic business guidance. We are now looking for a Director to join the Board of PFK Rural and play a central role in shaping the future of the business. Reporting to the Board and working closely with existing directors and senior advisers, you will lead strategic planning, nurture and expand client relationships, and ensure delivery of the highest professional standards across all service lines. You will champion innovation in rural property services, uphold our client-centric culture, and represent the business externally within the rural economy and professional networks. This is a role for a seasoned professional with comprehensive experience in rural land agency, surveying or a closely related discipline. You will have a strong track record of commercial leadership, exceptional judgement and the ability to engage effectively with clients ranging from individual landowners to corporate stakeholders. A thorough understanding of the regulatory and commercial landscape affecting rural property and land interests is essential, and membership of relevant professional bodies such as RICS or CAAV is strongly preferred. Beyond technical and leadership skills, the successful candidate will embody values of integrity, collaboration and strategic thinking. You will be comfortable steering the business through market cycles and policy changes, such as evolving agricultural support schemes and planning frameworks, while maintaining an unwavering focus on client outcomes and team development. PFK Rural's culture encourages proactive problem solving and responsive service, and our next Director will build on this foundation to enhance our reputation and performance across the region. If you have the vision and experience to contribute to a respected rural advisory practice at a pivotal moment in its history, we would welcome your application. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Nigel Fortnum or David Currie at Aspen People on You can also apply for this role by clicking the Apply Button.