CPO Surveyor

The Opportunity

Our client, a leading national property consultancy, is seeking an experienced CPO Surveyor to join their London team at Senior to Associate Director level. This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in high-profile regeneration and infrastructure projects, advising both acquiring authorities and claimants on all aspects of compulsory purchase and compensation.

The successful individual will join an established team with a strong pipeline of work and the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the service line at both regional and national levels.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert advice on compulsory purchase, compensation, and land assembly to acquiring authorities, developers, landowners and occupiers.
• Lead on the preparation, negotiation and settlement of complex compensation claims, including property, land and business disturbance matters.
• Act as a trusted advisor on regeneration and infrastructure projects across London and the wider UK.
• Produce valuation reports, claim submissions and expert witness documentation.
• Contribute to business development, client relationship management and growth of the CPO service line.
• Mentor and support junior surveyors within the team, helping develop technical expertise and market knowledge.
• Stay abreast of evolving legislation, case law and industry best practice.

• MRICS qualified with a strong background in compulsory purchase, land assembly or valuation.
• Proven track record advising on CPO matters for either acquiring authorities, claimants, or both.
• Exceptional negotiation, report writing and client management skills.
• Commercially minded with the ability to deliver high quality advice in a fast-moving environment.
• Ambitious and motivated to develop into a leadership position within the team.

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme, aligned to experience.
• Clear progression to Associate Director and beyond within a supportive, ambitious environment.
• The opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most high-profile infrastructure and regeneration schemes.