Land Referencer
Job in
Birmingham, West Midlands, B1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-15
Listing for:
Joshua Robert Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-15
Job specializations:
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Real Estate/Property
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location:
Birmingham or Stafford
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 + benefits
Type:
Permanent, full-time
The Opportunity
Joshua Robert is working with a large, well-established real estate business to recruit a Land Referencer to join its growing land referencing team.
You will identify and record land interests for major infrastructure and development projects, working on schemes such as transport, energy and regeneration. It's a varied role combining desk-based research, data management and engagement with landowners. There's real scope to develop your career within a nationally respected business.
Key Responsibilities
Identify land ownership, occupiers and other interests using HM Land Registry, council records and other sources
Prepare and maintain Books of Reference, land plans and schedules of interests for development consent orders, compulsory purchase orders and other statutory processes
Issue and track land interest questionnaires and Requests for Information, following up with landowners and occupiers
Carry out site visits to verify ownership and occupation, and record findings accurately
Maintain land referencing databases and GIS mapping, keeping data accurate, up to date and audit-ready
Prepare and serve statutory notices in line with legislation and project timescales
Work closely with surveyors, solicitors, project managers and clients
Handle landowner enquiries professionally, often on sensitive matters About You
Experience in land referencing, land registration, property data or a similar research-based role
A good understanding of land ownership, title and HM Land Registry searches
Knowledge of compulsory purchase, development consent orders or statutory notice procedures is an advantage
Strong attention to detail and confidence working with large volumes of data
Experience of GIS systems such as ArcGIS or QGIS is desirable
Good communication skills and a professional, tactful approach with landowners
Well organised and able to manage multiple deadlines
A full UK driving licence for site visits
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