Property Acquisition Case Manager
National Highways has an excellent opportunity for a Property Acquisition Case Manager to join our Property & Compensation division within Major projects. This role will support the Property Acquisition Team's work in ensuring that the land and rights required for the scheme are acquired and that related costs are paid promptly and appropriately in accordance with legislation, policy, and the compensation code.
The A66 Northern Trans-Pennine upgrade will involve transforming this key cross-country route into a continuous dual carriageway, linking the M6 at Penrith to the A1(M) at Scotch Corner. Please note this position is for a 12-month FT contract and will be based from our Manchester office.
Responsibilities
* Liaise with the company's legal and valuation suppliers to acquire land and rights that are needed to improve or maintain the Network.
* Accurately maintain the company's property records, financial including forecasting and other administrative records, using the company's systems; to ensure they comply with statutory and internal procedures, and inform effective decision‑making.
* Manage work to meet objectives, ensuring that the relevant law, policies, and procedures are followed.
* Liaise with colleagues and customers, building effective relationships to ensure that claimants and affected landowners receive a good customer service.
* Collate and analyse relevant information to inform effective decision‑making.
Qualifications
* Ability to effectively engage with both internal and external stakeholders and deliver excellent customer service.
* Excellent grammatical skills with ability to deal with items such as legal documentation or drafting letters etc.
* Effective record keeping and attention to detail especially in respect of managing case finances.
* Ability to follow processes and procedures and recognise the importance of governance.
* Demonstrable IT skills to enable production/maintenance of a range of complex documents and spreadsheets.
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Legal
Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom
We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy.
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