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Job Title Agricultural Liaison Officer (ALO)

Divison Land Services

Location (supported by Hybrid Working) Birmingham, London, Leeds Or Manchester

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Company Overview

Ardent is the UK’s leading provider of land, consent management and stakeholder engagement services
to support major infrastructure and regeneration projects from concept to delivery.

We are Project Managers, Chartered Surveyors, Engagement specialists and Land Referencers, based in
London, Birmingham, Warrington, Leeds, Glasgow and Dublin and supporting projects throughout the
UK and Ireland.

Established in 1992, we are a high-growth business with a client portfolio that includes some of the
biggest players across our four core sectors of transport, renewables, utilities and regeneration.

We are passionate about delivering life-improving change for communities and future generations and
we are proud to play a key role in facilitating and delivering the UK and Ireland’s net zero and growth
agendas, improving connectivity, enabling the repurposing of high streets and town centres and
delivering new homes.

We are problem-solvers that are outcome focused working collaboratively with our clients to provide
strategic advice and services that identify and mitigate risks, deliver efficiencies, delivering buildable
consents and then implementing those consents to positively change people’s lives and the world that
we live in.

Role Purpose

Agricultural Liaison Officers (ALO) play a vital role in the preparation and delivery of construction works
on major projects in the rural environment. The ALO acts as an intermediary between
landowners/tenants, the contractor, and the client to ensure that works are being delivered in
compliance with legal agreements, consents and approved construction methodologies to minimise
disruption to agricultural operations.

Ardent is seeking to expand its team of Agricultural Liaison Officers to support clients across a variety of
exciting and innovative major infrastructure projects in the UK.

The role will come with the opportunity to travel to meet with affected parties and working with
industry experts on infrastructure projects including CPO’s and DCO’s.

Values Alignment & Shared Commitment

You will be an ambassador of the Ardent values, promoting a culture of integrity, collaboration and
excellence, inspiring a commitment to inclusivity, change and innovation.

Ardent Values

 Thirst for knowledge - We embrace every opportunity to learn, grow and continuously improve
 Own it - We do what we say we will do. We own our individual actions, are accountable for them,

and take pride in adding value
 Be the difference - Focus energy to make things happen. Go beyond process. Stand up, Stand out
 Enjoy the journey - Have fun, be engaged and be proud to be Ardent
 Adapt - We drive change and innovation to deliver growth and new opportunities in an ever-

changing world

Key Accountabilities, Responsibilities & Outcomes

Accountabilities and / or Responsibilities Outcome

Client and Landowner Liaison – Primary Exceed client expectations through client delight score
conduit for Landowners and Occupiers, the and maximise performance of the team.
client and contractors on site.

Communication - Liaising with landowners, Strengthen stakeholder relationships and improve
agreeing access, negotiating, client interaction public trust, resulting in smoother project delivery and
and dealing with enquiries. reduced conflicts or delays to access land.

Project hygiene – support the Project Account Help to exceed forecasted commercial performance
Manager with the financial requirements and for the project and support the directorate and
ensuring timesheets and expenses are businesses WIP and debtors KPIs are met.
accurate and submitted on time.

Technical Knowledge –provide guidance to the Deliver instruction in an effective and efficient
client in relation to land right processes whilst manner, building confidence of the client and
learning and seeking guidance from team stakeholders. Support with both pre-entry and post
members where needed. completion surveys.

Site work and Site Visits – point of contact for Manage all onsite work on behalf of the client,
both Landowners and Clients for onsite work. interactions with Landowners and ensuring any issues

are identified and dealt with promptly

Key Competencies, Skills & Experience

Competency, Skills & Experience Outcome

Ability to build effective working Enhance cross-functional teamwork and faster, more
relationships with clients, landowners and aligned decision-making, leading to increased project

other stakeholders, both internally and efficiency, resulting in improved team collaboration

externally. and strategic alignment across projects and increased
client delight scores.

Effective communication skills Effective communications with all stakeholder, both
verbal and written to ensure smooth delivery of
projects

Basic farming market knowledge and Able to give advice to clients in support of their
awareness of policy and upcoming potential projects. Improving client delight scores and repeat
changes. business. Able to understand potential concerns to

effected parties

Knowledge of land access, land rights, way; Exceed client expectations by providing effective
leaves, easements, licenses, compensation support finding solutions / efficiencies to deliver major
framework, stakeholder engagement and infrastructure projects inline or ahead of program.
negotiation.
Feed into negotiations, develop and Proactively support in securing agreements on behalf
complete agreements while evidencing of the client, improving delivery of projects and
meaningful engagement. maintaining relationships with key stakeholders for the

project. Securing withdrawal of objections and
reducing risk at examination.

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to Clear and concise communication to team members,
communicate effectively verbally and in clients and project teams leading to successful project
writing to a variety of audiences. outcomes and reporting to the project team, the

business and the client.

What we offer
We are a purpose, and values led business with a strong focus on personal growth and opportunities to
contribute to impactful infrastructure and regeneration projects across the UK and Ireland, living our
purpose in delivering life improving change for communities and future generations.

We promote a supportive and collaborative culture, where our people are empowered through
coaching, hybrid working, and a healthy work-life balance. Our commitment to professional
development is clear, from supporting early-career professionals to enabling progression through
professional qualifications and continuous learning, living our Thirst for Knowledge value. We provide
purposeful work, which includes our contributions to the UK’s net zero agenda and community
regeneration, and seek people who value the opportunity to solve complex challenges in a culture that
thrives on innovation.

We’re a fast-growing business with a culture centered on learning, innovation, and opportunity.
Through our company-wide coaching programme, we empower our people with faster, personalised
career development, a deeper connection to our culture and values, and greater ownership of their
progression.

We’re looking for curious, ambitious individuals who thrive in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment,
where learning, openness, trust, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We also know
the importance of enjoying the journey, which is why we value social connection and having fun along
the way.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and wellbeing, engagement,
and work-life balance of our team. From day one, our people have access to hybrid working, 25 days of
annual leave (with options to buy or carry over), enhanced maternity and paternity pay, and a company
pension scheme.

We provide Benenden Health Care, offering mental health support, 24/7 GP services, physiotherapy,
optical and dental cover, and personal accident protection (depending on level). Additional benefits
include the Cycle to Work scheme, electric car leasing, recognition awards, long service leave, and a
discretionary annual bonus scheme, all designed to ensure our people feel valued and supported.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer, and we’re passionate about creating a workplace
where you’re empowered to bring your authentic self to work every day.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive team where everyone belongs. We welcome talent
from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

If you’re ready to grow with a business that’s scaling rapidly and making a real impact, you’re in the right
place!.

Interested? Get in touch!

Should you be interested in hearing more about the position or wish to send your cv in to
recruitment@ardent-management.com