Land Rights Officer

BK bruton knowles; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to undertake the acquisition of land and rights in land, focusing on compensation work for Transport and Utility clients. This role involves maximizing fee income, managing client relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in land referencing and negotiation, combined with excellent organizational skills to manage their workload effectively. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact major infrastructure projects and enhance the company's reputation in the industry.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Land Rights work within Utility Sectors.
• RICS qualification preferred, or working towards membership.

Responsibilities

• Maximise fee income and manage client relationships.
• Negotiate compensation and procure new work instructions.

Skills

Land referencing

Negotiating land rights

Compensation claims management

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

RICS accredited qualification

Technical or Member of RICS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The purpose of the job is to undertake the Acquisition of Land / Rights in Land and carry out Compensation work, delivering services to Transport and Utility clients, including Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects as well as other major and minor transport, gas, water and electricity schemes, ensuring appropriate fee income to the business.

Main Responsibilities

1. Fee Earner – maximise fee income
2. Client Manager - develop client management
3. Ensure delivery of service
4. Manage the utilisation of time for team benefit, maximising efficiency and optimising the profitability of work for the team
5. Deliver agreed budgets and targets
6. Deal with clients to a high standard whilst achieving job profitability
7. Negotiate compensation in accordance with clients' instructions
8. Procure new work instructions wherever possible
9. Assist in the delivery of agreed targets and manage own performance
10. Provide support to other offices as directed

Person Specification

Whether qualified or unqualified, from a rural or a commercial background, candidates will have experience in land referencing, negotiating land rights, and dealing with compensation claims.

The job will require someone who has a proven track record in organising their own personal workload and responsibilities, the ability to determine priorities, and consistently meet deadlines, providing an effective and efficient platform for the team to operate successfully.

Qualification & Experience:

1. At least 2 years’ experience in undertaking Land Rights related work within the Utility Sectors.
2. Formal qualification to a level that is accredited by the RICS and/or qualified as a Technical or Member of the RICS, or working towards membership is preferred.
3. A good working knowledge of IT is essential, particularly familiarity with Microsoft Office packages and preferably good keyboard skills.
4. Self-starter with good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with colleagues and clients.
5. The ability to work in an organised and methodical fashion, with a high level of attention to detail.
6. The ability to manage time effectively, prioritising tasks to ensure that deadlines are met.
7. A willingness to be part of a team and interact with other professional staff.
8. The ability to learn new skills and working methods and be adaptable to change.
9. The ability to accept responsibility and, within parameters defined by the immediate performance manager, work on their own initiative.
10. Clean and full driving licence.