Land Referencing jobs

At Blackhall & Powis, we specialise in securing the consents and rights essential for the successful development of infrastructure projects. Our expertise lies in navigating complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring our clients have the permissions and agreements needed to bring their projects to life. We take pride in supporting transformative projects that shape communities and drive progress.

When you join Blackhall & Powis, you’re not just joining a company - you’re becoming part of a team that works hard to achieve excellence while supporting each other. Collaboration, trust, and mutual respect define who we are, making this more than just a workplace - it’s a company where your contributions truly matter.

The Opportunity

We are looking to recruit a Senior Land Referencer, to assist our Land Referencing team in supporting our expanding client base to deliver nationally significant projects. You will get the opportunity to work in office and on-site on a wide range of renewables and infrastructure projects, undertaking land referencing activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Supporting the promotion of CPO and DCO campaigns
• Title interrogation of UK Land Registers
• Land Data Management
• Application of B&P’s thorough land referencing methodologies to demonstrate diligent enquiry ahead of consultant and application submission
• Site Visits
• Basic use of GIS
• Supporting the land team during Survey Access campaign

Key Skills and Experience

• Degree qualified in Geography or a similarly related discipline
• Basic understanding of the different enabling acts that promote DCO and CPOs in the UK
• Experience aiding the production of statutory compliant Book of Reference and Schedules
• Good understanding of His Majesty’s Land Registry, Registers of Scotland and the General Register of Sasines
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Accurate record Keeping
• An eye for details and strong problem-solving skills
• Good title interrogation skills, especially within the Sasine Register

Location – The role will involve a mix of working from home and in our offices across Scotland.

Hours – Full time (37.5 hours)

Contract Type – Permanent (6 months probationary period)

Salary – Competitive

Bonus – An annual Bonus will be payable for each year of employment

Pension contributions – Matched up to 7% of salary

Private Medical Cover – Membership of the company scheme

Life Cover – Membership of the company scheme is provided

Holidays – 37 per annum incl. bank holidays

Further benefits – Cycle to work scheme, support accessing volunteering opportunities, industry leading maternity and paternity packages.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £32,500.00-£37,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Glasgow, Glasgow: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

• Please upload a cover letter

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person