HS2 (High Speed Two) Ltd
Assistant Property Acquisitions Manager
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Job Description – Assistant Property Acquisitions Manager
Location – London
Salary – Base salary: £36,000 to c.£42,350 per annum depending on skills and experience. Additional flexible benefits fund (15% of base salary) is paid on top and is fully pensionable, along with competitive range of benefits.
About the Role
As an Assistant Property Acquisitions Manager at HS2 Ltd, you will:
- Lead delegated acquisitions to ensure timely availability of required land for the HS2 project.
- Assist in negotiating compensation claims, including market value, disturbance payments, lost earnings, and professional fees.
- Participate in consultation events, explaining compensation schemes to the public, stakeholders, or interested groups.
- Provide support to senior team members on complex acquisitions beyond statutory and discretionary frameworks.
- Collaborate with the in-house Property Management team and Department for Transport to ensure timely delivery of acquisitions.
- Take ownership of all property-related information, ensuring accurate and complete data recording in Land and Property systems.
- Prepare responses to queries from claimants, stakeholders, and MPs while maintaining exemplary communication standards.
- Research and compile information from multiple sources to support compensation claims and respond to petitions.
- Draft approval papers for governance and review by approval panels.
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Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) commitment requires active promotion, compliance with policies, and support for organisational initiatives.
Key Skills & Knowledge
Required Skills
- Ability to manage tactful negotiations and communications with stakeholders.
- Strong stakeholder management and effective communication skills.
- Project management experience.
- Proficiency in report writing, data analysis, and compilation.
- IT skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint or equivalent).
- Ability to access, analyse, and maintain data across multiple IT systems and databases.
Relevant Knowledge
- Understanding of compulsory purchase processes or government compensation schemes (training provided if needed).
Experience
- Project management experience.
- Experience working with suppliers to build strong relationships and manage performance in supply chains.
Expectations & Values
HS2 operates by its core values: Safety, Leadership, Integrity, and Respect. All employees are expected to uphold these principles.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) is a core commitment—active participation in and alignment with organisational EDI policies is required.
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About HS2 Ltd
High Speed 2 (HS2 Ltd) will transform UK rail with a new high-speed network, reducing journey times, boosting capacity, and creating thousands of jobs.
We prioritise skills development, talent creation, and diversity in recruitment, ensuring an inclusive environment where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered.
As a safety-critical organisation, adherence to ‘Safe at Heart’ principles is mandatory. Employees must demonstrate reasonable health and safety awareness across all work.
Important Notes
- Right to Work: HS2 cannot sponsor visas—all candidates must already have the Right to Work in the UK before applying (verified before interviews).
- Pre-Employment Checks: Role offers are contingent on DBS clearance, references, financial checks, and education verification.
- Application Process: First assessment is based solely on CV and academic criteria (personal details removed in initial review). For full details, see [removing_bias_in_recruitment_link].
- Deadlines: Late applications will not be considered.
HS2 Ltd endeavours to promote equality, ensuring everyone thrives and reaches full potential.*
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