Senior Land Consultant

Responsibilities

• Secure land access and negotiate land acquisition through statutory powers and direct negotiation
• Lead land referencing projects and conduct quality assurance reviews of technical documentation
• Manage stakeholder and landowner relationships, providing expert consultation on proposed schemes
• Provide senior-level advice to clients and project boards regarding land acquisition risks and opportunities
• Oversee compliance with statutory processes, regulatory obligations, and data security standards
• Manage and develop junior team members, providing technical training and career support
• Coordinate land surveys and ensure adherence to health and safety procedures during site work
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering, planning, and environmental teams to integrate land requirements

Requirements

• Degree in Geography, Land/Estate Management, Agriculture, or a related discipline
• Proven experience delivering land referencing, land access, and landowner engagement for major infrastructure projects
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing the legal processes for land acquisition (e.g., wayleaves, easements, or servitudes)
• Demonstrated ability to reduce land risk and advise clients throughout the project lifecycle
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with diverse stakeholders and landowners
• Ability to travel to various project sites across the UK and Ireland

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the energy, highways, rail, water, or aviation sectors
• Knowledge of land access permissions, s172 licenses, and site safety protocols
• Chartership or membership of a relevant professional body

Benefits

• Hybrid working flexibility between office locations (Leeds or Newcastle) and home
• Access to the WSP Land Academy for specialized CPD-accredited training and professional development
• Opportunities to work on a diverse portfolio of landmark strategic infrastructure projects
• A supportive environment focused on career progression and mentorship