Strategic Land Acquisition & Assembly Lead

Poutrix; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager / Acquisition & CPO Advisor to join our Land Assembly and Regeneration practice in London. You will lead land acquisition, negotiate with stakeholders, and advise on compulsory purchase processes for major infrastructure and regeneration projects across the UK.

Working with public and private sector clients, you will develop engagement strategies, manage risks, and build lasting client relationships while mentoring junior team members

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Surveying, Real Estate, Geography, Planning, Property, or related discipline.
• MRICS Chartered status or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver land acquisition and land assembly projects across infrastructure, regeneration, and development schemes.
• Develop and implement engagement and acquisition strategies to mitigate objection risk and secure land interests through negotiation and agreement.
• Advise clients on Compulsory Purchase processes and statutory acquisition procedures.
• Oversee land referencing activities and coordinate specialist suppliers and consultants.
• Negotiate with landowners, occupiers, developers, local authorities and other land stakeholders to achieve project outcomes.
• Prepare and review project documentation, notices, Statements of Reasons, Statements of Case, and associated reports.
• Support planning, development, and infrastructure programmes with land and property advice.
• Identify project risks and opportunities and provide mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to growth of the Land Assembly practice.
• Innovate and optimise traditional working methods for client benefit.

Education

MRICS Chartered status

Job description

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager / Acquisition & CPO Advisor to join our Land Assembly and Regeneration practice in London. You will lead land acquisition, negotiate with stakeholders, and advise on compulsory purchase processes for major infrastructure and regeneration projects across the UK.

Working with public and private sector clients, you will develop engagement strategies, manage risks, and build lasting client relationships while mentoring junior team members