About the role
Land negotiators work on acquiring land or rights for land use for various projects. They can be employed by municipalities, government agencies, or private companies. Educationally, they may have a background in law, real estate science, or urban planning.Responsibilities
Land negotiators are responsible for negotiating agreements with landowners, conducting valuations, and ensuring legal correctness in transactions. They participate in project planning and ensure that all necessary permits and approvals are obtained. Creating and maintaining good relationships with concerned parties is an important part of the job.Skills and tools
Land negotiators must have good knowledge of negotiation techniques and law related to real estate transactions. They use tools such as GIS for mapping and analysis of land, as well as various databases for property information. Communication skills and the ability to resolve conflicts are central skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are samhällsbyggnad, fastighetsrätt and svenskt medborgarskap.