Senior to Associate Surveyor - Compulsory Purchase

Cobalt is partnering with a well‑established property consultancy to recruit a Senior Surveyor
- Senior Associate to join its growing Compulsory Purchase team.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects while joining a collaborative team recognised for its expertise across the compulsory purchase and compensation sector.

The successful candidate can be based from a number of UK offices, with hybrid and flexible working available.

Our client is a respected national consultancy with a long‑standing reputation for delivering specialist property advice across infrastructure and development projects.

The team advises both acquiring authorities and affected landowners, providing varied work across major transport, energy and public sector schemes. Alongside a supportive culture, the business offers genuine opportunities for career progression, flexible working and ongoing professional development.

As a Senior Surveyor
- Senior Associate
, you will advise clients throughout the compulsory purchase and land assembly process, supporting projects from initial strategy through to completion.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on compulsory purchase and land assembly matters across a range of infrastructure projects.
• Preparing and negotiating compensation claims in accordance with the Compulsory Purchase Code.
• Advising on CPOs, DCOs, TWAOs and the acquisition of land and rights.
• Preparing evidence for public inquiries and tribunals.
• Supporting new business through tender submissions and fee proposals.
• Mentoring junior surveyors and assisting with APC development.
• Building strong relationships with colleagues and clients across the wider business.
• Current projects include nationally significant road, rail and flood defence schemes.

• MRICS or AssocRICS qualification.
• Working knowledge of compulsory purchase, compensation and land assembly matters gained within a similar consultancy environment.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Previous line management or mentoring experience would be advantageous.

• Discretionary bonus.
• Company car or car allowance.
• Private healthcare.
• 25 days' annual leave, increasing with service to 30 days, plus your birthday off and additional festive leave.
• Enhanced family leave policies.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Volunteering leave.
• Flexible and hybrid working.
• Clear career progression within a nationally recognised team.