Dyson Farming
Rural Asset Manager
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Dyson Farming
Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale. We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson. We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation's food security, health, and economic growth.
Dyson Farming is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Rural Asset Manager
We are looking for a Rural Asset Manager to help manage a varied rural and residential property portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Property, you will take a practical, customer-focused approach to lead tenancy management, estate compliance, property maintenance and improvement projects. This is a varied, hands-on role working closely with the Property Lead to combine estate and asset management, capital project delivery, financial control and stakeholder leadership, with regular travel across the Dyson Farming portfolio.
Key responsibilities
- Oversight and accountability of contractual agreements across the rural and residential portfolio, including lettings, property handovers, tenancy matters, and third-party agreements
- Ensure statutory, health and safety, landlord, and property compliance obligations are met, with accurate and up-to-date records maintained
- Lead planning applications, estate development opportunities, woodland management initiatives, and smaller improvement projects
- Drive asset performance, identifying opportunities to improve utilisation, sustainability, and long-term value
- Managing annual budgeting, monthly reporting, and the effective management of property-related expenditure and accounts
- Lead property improvement and development projects from business case through to completion
- Build strong working relationships with tenants, guests, colleagues, suppliers, and other stakeholders
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Requirements
Skills and experience
- MRICS, FAAV, or a relevant equivalent professional qualification or level of experience
- Relevant experience in rural asset, estate, or property management, with a sound understanding of landlord and tenant matters
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills
- A proactive and responsible approach, with a strong commitment to health and safety and high standards of service
- Sound commercial judgement, with the ability to identify opportunities to improve asset performance and value
- Proven experience delivering capital projects and managing budgets, contractors, and suppliers
- Strong planning, organisation, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities
- A confident, professional communicator who can build effective relationships and handle a range of situations with diplomacy and sound judgement
- Good digital skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and the ability to maintain accurate property records
- A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the portfolio
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Benefits
Financial
- Discretionary performance-related bonus
- Pension scheme with 6% employer contribution
- Life assurance
Equipment & working conditions
- PPE and workwear provided
- On-site welfare facilities, including rest areas and changing rooms
- 24 days annual leave each year (plus bank holidays)
Team & culture
- Annual summer and winter all-staff events
- Opportunities for learning and development
Practical extras
- Discounts on Dyson Farming products
- Dyson product discounts
- Retail discounts
- Free on-site parking
- Cycle2work scheme
Health and wellbeing
- Enhanced family leave
- Employee assistance programme
- Free flu jab
- Mental health ambassadors across all locations
- Free eye tests and glasses discounts
- Discounted gym membership
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