Land Acquisition and Development Head (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading company in retail is seeking a Land Acquisition and Development Head in Bolton. This role involves managing the full asset lifecycle, from site identification to ongoing asset management, requiring strong negotiation and communication skills. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro-rata)

10% in-store discount

Company Car

Pension scheme

Sabbatical

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Identify, negotiate, and acquire freehold and leasehold deals for new stores.
• Manage legal and planning due diligence, oversee the planning application lifecycle.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Education

Degree-level education (minimum 2:2)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Land Acquisition and Development Head (Hiring Immediately), Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: Lidl

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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, involving full asset lifecycle management from site identification, negotiation, acquisition, planning, construction, to ongoing asset management. You will develop relationships with landlords, tenants, authorities, agents, and developers.
You will own the development and planning process from concept to completion, requiring excellent communication and negotiation skills, multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines.
We support career progression and provide training to help you succeed.
In return, we offer a competitive salary, benefits supporting well-being, and a minimum of 3 days per week in our Gravesend (Northfleet) Property Office or in your designated area.
Internally, this role is called Senior Acquisitions Consultant.

What you'll do
Identify, negotiate, and acquire freehold and leasehold deals for new stores. Conduct site inspections, development appraisals, manage legal and planning due diligence, and oversee the planning application lifecycle. Lead expansion, relocation, and infrastructure projects. Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, agents, landlords, tenants, and developers. Manage real estate assets.

What you'll need
Self-motivated with a proactive attitude. Degree-level education (minimum 2:2), preferably in a relevant field. Experience in retail acquisitions, land buying, commercial property, or town planning. MRICS qualification preferred. Strong negotiation, communication, organizational, and analytical skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Full UK driving license and willingness to travel.

What you'll receive
35 days holiday (pro-rata), 10% in-store discount, Sabbatical, Company Car, Pension scheme, and more benefits.
Lidl values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Apply now to start your journey with Lidl. Note: Applications may close early due to high volume.