Agricultural Liaison Officers

OverviewJoin to apply for the Agricultural Liaison Officers role at Dalcour Maclaren.At Dalcour Maclaren, we’re key players in the Utilities and Infrastructure industry, bringing the UK and Ireland closer to Net Zero. Our land, environmental and geospatial experts unlock the consents needed by our clients to deliver key projects. Our services include land access and assembly, agricultural liaison, planning, environmental impact assessments and geospatial mapping. We aim to be the professional services team of choice, leading the Utilities and Infrastructure industry to a sustainable future.We’re seeking local people in Lincolnshire and the East of England with a strong background in rural affairs and agriculture to support clients and landowners through major UK utility and infrastructure projects, moving us toward NetZero goals. The opportunity as a Liaison Officer involves working with Surveyors on a range of agricultural projects and land-related activities, with responsibility for your own projects and assignments.We’re looking for confident individuals with excellent communication skills, attention to detail and strong agricultural knowledge. A valid UK driving licence is required as the role involves travel to sites, clients, landowners and farmers, with a flexible base from the office.ResponsibilitiesBe the main interface between the client and landowners, occupiers and agents on a day-to-day basis and build key relationships with the affected partiesProactively engage with landowners to secure the consents requiredKeep the client up to date and advise them on practical matters affecting landComplete land referencing, including finding owners and occupiers of landDeal with landowner complaints regarding on-site activitiesArrange site visits for serving notices, undertaking record of conditions and undertaking site meetingsAssist the team and settle compensation claimsMaintain accurate stakeholder records tracking progress and provide clear and concise records of conditionWork in line with client-set timeframes and targets to ensure the timely delivery of the programmeWork closely with project teams, often operating directly from the project / client siteBuild and maintain own knowledge and skills through company-run trainingThe Successful Candidate WillHave a full UK driving licenceHave good knowledge of agriculture and rural affairsBe an excellent communicator with the willingness to learn and developAre self-motivated and organisedBe a great team player and have a can-do attitudeBenefitsAnnual bonus scheme25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthdayVitality Health Membership (including Private healthcare, subsidised gym membership and other discounts)Flexible working through our ‘Flexible Advantage’ supporting working families & your work/life balancePension Scheme via The Peoples PensionLife insurance (4x Base Salary)Free on-site parking in non-city centre officesCycle to work scheme26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave2 Weeks paid Paternity LeaveBHN Extras – provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailersElectric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 year’s serviceSabbatical Policy effective at 3 years’ serviceProfessional development – paid study leaveMilitary service paid leave (7.5 days per year)Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider Mental Health & Wellbeing support2 x Company-wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the yearDalcour Maclaren is an equal opportunities employer.Seniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionOther, Information Technology, and ManagementIndustries: Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr