Development Consultancy Analyst

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in London seeks a motivated graduate to join their development consultancy team. This role involves supporting land acquisition and sales pricing, with exposure to the full development lifecycle. Ideal for recent graduates with strong analytical skills and a passion for the property sector. The offer includes competitive salary, training, and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonuses

Comprehensive training programme

Career progression opportunities

Company pension scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Recent graduate in relevant field.
• Strong numerical skills with Excel proficiency.
• Excellent attention to detail and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing sales pricing for land acquisition.
• Collaborate with various teams for analysis of bids.
• Conduct competitor research on pricing and amenities.
• Research local amenities for developments.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Advanced Excel proficiency

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Research capabilities

Confident, proactive approach

Education

Recent graduate in Real Estate, Business, Geography, Urban Planning, Economics

Tools

PowerPoint

GIS knowledge

Job description

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Highlights:

• Graduate role supporting land acquisition and sales pricing for new development opportunities
• Work directly with senior leadership across Land, Sales, Development, Commercial and Finance teams
• Comprehensive training programme covering property development, market research and competitor analysis

About the opportunity

A leading residential developer with a strong track record of delivering quality homes across London is seeking a motivated graduate to join their development consultancy team. This role offers the perfect platform for someone looking to build a career in property development, working at the intersection of land acquisition, sales strategy and market analysis.

What makes the role exceptional

You'll be working directly with senior stakeholders across multiple disciplines, gaining exposure to the full development lifecycle from initial land appraisal through to sales strategy implementation. The role combines analytical rigour with strategic thinking, offering unparalleled insight into how successful developments are conceived, priced and brought to market.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in preparing sales pricing and analysis for new land acquisition opportunities
• Collaborate with Land, Sales, Development, Commercial and Finance teams to analyse inputs for bid submissions
• Conduct competitor research including pricing, unit types, build quality and amenities
• Research local amenities including transport, schools, retail and employment hubs
• Benchmark specifications against competitors to support product positioning
• Track sales incentives and marketing strategies used by competitors
• Monitor housing market trends, demographic shifts and planning policy developments
• Support preparation of internal reports and presentations summarising research findings

Requirements

• Recent graduate in Real Estate, Business, Geography, Urban Planning, Economics or similar
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with advanced Excel and PowerPoint proficiency
• Excellent attention to detail and research capabilities
• Written communication skills suitable for internal and external presentations
• Genuine interest in the property sector and housing market dynamics
• Confident, proactive approach with ability to manage multiple tasks to deadlines
• Full UK driving licence may be required depending on region and site access
• GIS (Geographic Information Systems) knowledge would be advantageous

Rewards and benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive training and development programme
• Career progression opportunities within a growing company
• Company pension scheme
• Flexible working arrangements

We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.
To apply for this position or learn more about this opportunity, please get in touch with our specialist recruitment team who can provide additional details about the role and the application process.