Regional Real Estate Development Leader (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive individual to manage the expansion of their store network in East Sussex and Kent. This role involves full asset lifecycle management, from site identification to planning and construction, requiring strong negotiation and communication skills. The successful candidate will work primarily from the Gravesend Property Office and will be integral in developing relationships with various stakeholders. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Company Car

Pension scheme

Sabbatical

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in retail acquisitions, land buying, or town planning.
• MRICS qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire freehold and leasehold deals.
• Manage planning application lifecycle from submission to consent.
• Lead expansion and infrastructure improvement projects.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

Summary

£62,000- £90,000 per annum | 35 days’ holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Company Car

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re assertive, adaptable, and always willing to go the extra mile. Just like you.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to be responsible for the expansion and management of our portfolio in East Sussex and Kent. You will be involved in the full asset lifecycle, from initial site identification, negotiation, and land/site acquisition, to leading a professional team through planning, construction, and ongoing asset management. You will develop relationships with landlords, tenants, local authorities, agents, and developers.

The role involves ownership of the full development and planning processes from concept to completion, requiring excellent communication and negotiation skills, along with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

We offer support for your career growth, competitive salary, and a benefits package focused on your well-being. You will be expected to work at our Gravesend (Northfleet) Property Office or in your designated area at least 3 days per week.

What you'll do

• Identify, negotiate, and acquire freehold and leasehold deals to expand our store network
• Conduct site inspections, development appraisals, and manage legal and planning due diligence
• Manage the planning application lifecycle from submission to consent and conditions discharge
• Lead expansion, relocation, and infrastructure improvement projects
• Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, landlords, tenants, agents, and developers
• Manage the full development and planning process from concept to completion
• Oversee real estate management of freehold and leasehold assets

What you'll need

• Self-motivated with a proactive attitude
• Degree-level education (minimum 2:2), ideally in a relevant discipline
• Experience in retail acquisitions, land buying, commercial property, or town planning
• MRICS qualification (preferred)
• Strong negotiation skills and a well-established network
• Sound legal and commercial property knowledge
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Analytical mindset
• Ability to multitask and meet conflicting deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Full driving license and willingness to travel across the UK

What you'll receive

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Company Car
• Pension scheme
• Additional benefits

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