Land Referencer / Senior Land Referencer - Birmingham

Join a market-leading infrastructure property team working on some of the UK’s most significant projects. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated Land Referencer (or Senior Land Referencer, depending on experience) to strengthen the growing division and support the delivery of nationally important schemes.

This is an opportunity to develop your expertise in a supportive environment, working alongside a team with a proven track record of delivering high-quality land referencing services. Every voice is valued here, and we encourage professional growth through training, mentoring, and continued development.

What you’ll do:

• Geo-reference and digitise features from CAD and paper plans into ArcGIS.
• Conduct desktop and contact referencing of affected parties.
• Collect, interpret, and manage land data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Input and maintain data within the land referencing system.
• Verify and update mapping layers to ensure accuracy.
• Produce clear, precise legal documentation including order plans, books of reference, notices, and schedules.
• Carry out site visits to deliver notices and engage directly with affected parties.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with the public, clients, and stakeholders.
• Support project managers by managing time sheets, assisting with invoicing, and contributing to client meetings.
• For Senior roles: oversee junior team members, allocate tasks, and support their professional development.

What we’re looking for:

• A degree in geography, planning, or a related discipline – or equivalent relevant industry experience.
• Proven experience in producing books of reference, order plans, notices, and schedules.
• Strong working knowledge of compulsory purchase processes (e.g. Transport and Works Act, Compulsory Purchase Act, Planning Act) is highly desirable.
• Competency in GIS software (ideally ArcGIS).
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with the public and clients.
• A valid UK driving licence and willingness to travel to both urban and rural sites.
• For Senior roles: experience managing junior team members and supporting project delivery.

Why join the company?

• Work on some of the UK’s biggest and most impactful infrastructure schemes.
• Be part of a collaborative team where your opinion is heard and valued.
• Gain access to tailored training and continuous professional development.
• Build a long-term career in a growing business with exciting opportunities ahead.

Ready to help shape the UK’s infrastructure future? Apply now to join our Birmingham-based Infrastructure Hub as a Land Referencer or Senior Land Referencer.

About Us

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

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Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.