Associate Director - Land Assembly & Compulsory Purchase - South East

Lambert Smith Hampton Limited; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks an Associate Director specializing in land assembly and compulsory purchase. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects that impact clients' businesses significantly. You will collaborate with a variety of stakeholders, including local authorities and infrastructure companies, ensuring fair consultation and compensation during compulsory acquisitions. The ideal candidate is a chartered surveyor with a passion for property and a drive for professional development. Join a forward-thinking consultancy that values diverse perspectives and fosters an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Chartered surveyors with a specialization in compulsory purchase matters.
• Detail-oriented and self-motivated individuals passionate about valuation surveying.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compulsory purchase law and procedures for government and developers.
• Negotiate with authorities and provide expert witness evidence when needed.

Skills

Chartered Surveyor

Compulsory Purchase Law

Valuation Skills

Negotiation Skills

Client Consultation

Education

Degree in Surveying

Chartered Status

Job description

Job Title: Associate Director

Department: Land Assembly & Compulsory Purchase

Location: London (will consider any of the LSH South East offices)

About us:

Lambert Smith Hampton is a leading commercial real estate consultancy with offices across the UK and Ireland. We work with investors, developers, and occupiers in both public and private sectors. Our core service, LSH, includes valuations, land assembly, and compulsory purchase services such as compensation assessments and advice.

We are currently advising on various public sector projects and private developments mainly in the North West, West Midlands, and South East regions.

Joining our land assembly and compulsory purchase team offers a diverse and rewarding experience, with your work impacting clients' businesses directly.

Our national service line provides extensive expertise. Our services include:

• Applying knowledge of compulsory purchase law and procedures to assist government departments, infrastructure providers, and developers.
• Representing property owners and occupiers to ensure fair consultation and compensation.
• Advising on property value implications and acquisition effects under compulsory purchase.
• Guiding clients on objections and representing them at Public Inquiries and DCO examinations.
• Valuing and preparing compensation claims, including business disturbance claims.
• Negotiating with acquiring authorities.
• Providing expert witness evidence at the Upper Tribunal (Lands Chamber) if needed.

This opportunity:

We are seeking valuation surveyors with CPO specialization for our offices in the South, including London, East Anglia, and Thames Valley.

You will work with diverse clients, such as local authorities, lenders, and infrastructure companies.

This role is suitable for:

• Chartered surveyors experienced in CPO matters.

Your attributes:

• Interest in property, buildings, and construction.
• Passion for valuation surveying.
• Self-motivated, ambitious, and eager to develop professionally.
• Attention to detail.
• Personable, professional, and presentable.
• Confident in your work and decision-making.

We value diversity and inclusivity at Lambert Smith Hampton. We celebrate different perspectives and backgrounds, and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.