Consents Advisor

MorePeople; Warrington; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in energy and utilities is seeking a Consents Advisor to ensure regulatory approvals and land access agreements for critical energy projects in the UK. The role includes managing permissions, negotiating with stakeholders, and maintaining regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have experience in land referencing and strong negotiation skills, playing a vital part in shaping projects that impact millions of homes and businesses.

Qualifications

• Experience managing land rights and permissions.
• Ability to navigate statutory frameworks and compliance.
• Strong communication skills for stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage permissions, licences, and wayleaves for projects.
• Support negotiations with landowners and stakeholders.
• Engage with local authorities and community representatives.
• Ensure compliance with planning regulations and legislation.
• Coordinate project activities to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Technical expertise in land referencing

Stakeholder negotiation

Knowledge of compulsory purchase orders

Job description

Are you ready to make an impact on the UK's energy and utilities infrastructure? We're looking for a Consents Advisor who thrives on navigating land rights, compulsory purchase orders (CPOs), and stakeholder negotiations to keep critical projects moving.

Why this role matters

You'll be at the heart of major energy infrastructure delivery, ensuring regulatory approvals, land access agreements, and compensation negotiations are secured on time. This is a chance to combine technical expertise in land referencing and utility surveying with strategic stakeholder engagement—helping shape projects that power millions of homes and businesses.

What you'll be doing

• Land & Property Consents: Manage permissions, licences, and wayleaves, ensuring smooth access for construction and utilities projects.

• Compulsory Purchase & Compensation: Support negotiations with landowners, agents, and stakeholders, ensuring fair outcomes and compliance with statutory frameworks.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build trusted relationships with local authorities, environmental bodies, landowners, and community representatives.

• Regulatory Compliance: Stay ahead of planning regulations, environmental legislation, and land rights frameworks.

• Project Coordination: Work clo...