Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager / Acquisition & CPO Advisor to join our growing team of specialists in Land Assembly and Regeneration, working on some of the largest and most exciting infrastructure projects in the UK. You will support the delivery of complex infrastructure, regeneration, housing, and development projects by leading land stakeholder engagement, devising approach strategies, negotiating agreements, conducting land acquisition, managing objections, and assembling land under Compulsory Purchase. Working closely with public and private sector clients, you will provide strategic advice on land acquisition, consenting, and assembly programmes to help unlock development opportunities and deliver successful projects that create lasting positive impact for communities.

Key responsibilities include leading and delivering land acquisition and land assembly projects across infrastructure, regeneration, and development schemes; developing and implementing engagement and acquisition strategies to mitigate objection risk and secure land and property interests through negotiation and agreement; advising clients on Compulsory Purchase processes and statutory acquisition procedures; overseeing land referencing activities and coordinating specialist suppliers and consultants; negotiating with landowners, occupiers, developers, local authorities, and other stakeholders to achieve successful outcomes; preparing and reviewing project documentation including notices, Statements of Reasons, Statements of Case, and associated reports; supporting planning, development, and infrastructure programmes by providing land and property related advice; identifying project risks and opportunities and providing mitigation strategies; building and maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to business development; mentoring and managing junior team members; innovating and optimising traditional ways of working; collaborating with multidisciplinary teams across Arcadis; and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, profitably, and in accordance with Arcadis quality standards.

Experience
Proven experience in land acquisition, land assembly, regeneration, infrastructure, or property advisory projects. Strong understanding of compulsory purchase, land referencing, compensation principles, stakeholder engagement, and relevant consenting processes. Experience negotiating with landowners, occupiers, public sector bodies, and other stakeholders. Commercial awareness with the ability to innovate and manage projects, budgets, and client relationships.

About you
Strategic thinker with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Able to build and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development. Motivated to mentor and support junior team members and contribute to the growth of the Land Assembly practice. Collaborative and innovative, with a commitment to delivering integrated solutions and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications
Degree qualified in Surveying, Real Estate, Geography, Planning, Property, or a related discipline. Chartered status (MRICS) is required.