Description

Job Overview

Our client, a leader in the utilities sector, is seeking an experienced Wayleaves Team Leader. 

This role focuses on expertly steering a team and advancing a personal portfolio, supervising land rights transactions involving assets such as gas, electric, fibre, and water. 

You will partner with a variety of stakeholders, guaranteeing timely and efficient transaction progressions. 

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the team to ensure accurate coordination with solicitors, streamlining submission processes and template document issuance.
• Establish connections with a plethora of external parties, ensuring alignment with proprietary policies and customer expectations.
• Identify and swiftly escalate potential hindrances to higher management.
• Spearhead negotiations with parties to standardise documents and process strategies.
• Champion early acquisition of authorised signatories.
• Cultivate the team's skills in negotiations and various stages of conveyancing.
• Develop professional rapport with a myriad of customers.
• Conduct annual appraisals and frequent one-on-one team reviews.
• Accurately verify invoices for payment authorisation.
• Compile statistical reports and handle additional duties as directed by management.

Requirements

• Good grasp of fundamental land law principles (e.g., land transfer, lease, easement, wayleave) is essential.
• Prior leadership roles / ability and willingness to develop in team management.
• Demonstrated capability to devise and instil beneficial organizational processes.
• Proven record of leading teams amidst stringent timelines.
• Team motivation with an affable, accessible demeanour.

Reward

• Great basic salary of up to £31,000
• A supportive culture which allows for flexible thinking and ensures you feel empowered to make decisions.
• First-class training and development from an experienced team.
• Great progression plan with access to the wider business.
• Company pension scheme.
• Enhanced family-friendly policies.
• Life assurance and an innovation reward scheme.
• Opportunity to purchase additional holidays, 
• Medical insurance
• Gym membership

Next Steps

Apply for this position by contacting us on the details provided or by uploading your CV here