Land Entry Officer

Company Description

Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Land Entry Officer to join the Finance Team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers.

• Conduct land referencing searches using HM Land Registry and cross‑check data with internal systems such as Yorbill, Companies House, and ICE.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and partners to ensure accurate information is provided, enabling notices to be served on time and preventing delays to project start dates.
• Support the production of drawings for statutory notices using CAD software when required.
• Prepare and issue land entry notices using the LENS database system.
• Liaise with internal teams including Legal, Land & Property, and the mailing room to resolve technical land queries.
• Act as the main point of contact for partners and project teams regarding notices, ensuring queries are handled promptly and professionally.
• Record all notices served in the ICE customer management system and assist with monthly reporting.
• Work to company agreed SLAs.
• Prioritise workload depending on demand.
• Use mapping systems to produce appropriate plans.

• Understand and follow the Land Entry process.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
• Previous experience of using multiple systems and software to gather information and complete applications effectively.
• Knowledge of the Water Industry Act 1991 and statutory land entry notices, with an understanding of capital projects.
• Be a collaborative team player who delivers outstanding customer experiences.
• Show energy, enthusiasm, and a practical, common‑sense approach to problem‑solving.
• Have the confidence to ask questions, challenge processes, and suggest improvements.
• Knowledge of GIS/mapping systems.
• Attention to detail and carrying out quality checks to a set standard.
• Ability to build working relationships with internal and external personnel.

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it’s important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life.

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.

Pre‑employment checks will include a Basic Disclosure Check and, depending on the role, may require a Counter‑Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All roles are subject to a medical questionnaire and further medicals when required.

Kelda Group reserves the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please.

Location: West Yorkshire / Hybrid Working (1‑2 days in the office a week, Bradford then Summer 2026 relocating to Leeds)

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.