Junior Land Consultant 12 month FTC

WSP in the UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual to join their Land Team, where you will engage with diverse stakeholders on high-profile infrastructure projects. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills in land referencing and acquisition, while contributing to impactful developments in the electricity, road, and renewable energy sectors. You will collaborate with engineers and environmental specialists, gaining valuable experience in negotiation and statutory processes. Join a supportive community that values your growth and passion for making a difference in the world.

Qualifications

• Understanding of land referencing and negotiation processes is beneficial.
• Excellent communication skills to build relationships with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct land referencing activities and manage data for planning submissions.
• Negotiate land access and support land acquisition for infrastructure projects.

Skills

Land Referencing

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Understanding of Legislation

GIS

Data Management

Driving License

Education

Degree in Geography, Planning or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., RICS, RGS)

Tools

GIS Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

To find out more about our Land business click on the following link and discover what awaits you at WSP: https://www.wsp.com/en-gb/services/land-referencing-and-land-assembly

A little more about your role…

• In the land team, you will work alongside engineers, environmental specialists and planners on high profile infrastructure projects providing the level of diligent inquiry needed for the successful acceptance of planning submissions.
• Undertake land referencing activities including HMLR land registry research, desktop research, questionnaire analysis, landowner liaison, site visits, data management and archival investigations to identify all legal land interests and rights in land.
• Negotiate access to land so that environmental and other surveys can be carried out.
• Support the team in securing and acquiring appropriate land rights for large scale development projects as well as negotiation of Heads of Terms to secure land for projects in a timely fashion, utilising the appropriate mechanism.
• Utilise statutory powers and the relevant statutory process to acquire land (TWAO, DCO, NCIP, GPDO, Vesting Order, Hybrid bill, CPO) on behalf of WSP clients across the electricity, highway, rail, water, telecoms, gas and renewable energy sectors.

YOUR TEAM

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of our multi-disciplinary service line within the WSP Land Team in the delivery of land referencing, land acquisition, land access, formal consents, statutory orders and compensation agreements and landowner management.

Our clients develop major highway, rail, energy and renewable infrastructure and projects all of which impact privately owned land. You will work as part of a team of Land Consultants assisting in the liaison with landowners that may be affected by development, obtaining the appropriate consent, gaining access and where necessary compensating them for the impact caused by the scheme.

As part of our Land Team you will combine office, home and on-site working to support the delivery of land access and land acquisition projects through the identification of land ownership, consultation with landowners, undertaking property valuation, assessing and negotiating compensation, combining skills in GIS, data management and landowner engagement.

The role would ideally suit someone wanting to develop their skills in the Land sector as they will gain experience across significant infrastructure projects in rail, road and the energy sectors and consent regimes including Development Consent Order (DCO) and Transport and Works Act Order (TWAO). We will support your professional development with a relevant professional organisation such as Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Royal Geographical Society (RGS).

The role may also encompass working with our land negotiation teams across a variety of commercial, residential and agricultural properties.

What we will be looking for you to demonstrate…

• An understanding of the Land Referencing process which would be beneficial.
• A keen interest in learning the skills to negotiate with landowners and gaining the knowledge of the legal process required for the acquisition of wayleaves/easements.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Potential to develop strong influencing and negotiating skills would be beneficial.
• Awareness of infrastructure development schemes in particular the electricity, road, gas, rail and renewable energy sector.
• Awareness of relevant legislation and statutory process (Electricity Act 1989, Planning Act 2008 etc).
• Knowledge of the rural environment and farming practices would be an advantage.
• A full UK driving licence and confidence in driving is required.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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