Land Acquisition and Development Head (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Land Acquisition and Development Head to oversee the expansion and management of their portfolio in East Sussex and Kent. This role involves managing the full asset lifecycle, requiring excellent negotiation and communication skills. The successful candidate will work closely with various stakeholders and lead a professional team through the planning process. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, along with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Sabbatical

Company Car

Pension scheme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire freehold and leasehold deals for new store development.
• Manage the planning application lifecycle from submission to discharge.
• Develop relationships with local authorities and agents.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational

Education

Degree-level education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Land Acquisition and Development Head (Hiring Immediately), Hemel Hempstead

Client: Lidl

Location: Hemel Hempstead, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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. You will be involved in the full asset lifecycle from initial site identification, negotiation, and acquisition of land/sites. You will lead a professional team through the planning process, obtaining satisfactory consents, supporting the construction phase, and ongoing asset management. Developing relationships with key third parties such as landlords, tenants, local authorities, agents, and developers is essential.

The role involves ownership of the full development and planning processes from concept to completion, requiring excellent communication and negotiation skills, the ability to multi-task, and meet tight deadlines.

We support your career growth through training and development, offering a competitive salary and benefits to support your well-being.

Note: You will be expected to work at our Gravesend (Northfleet) Property Office or in your designated area a minimum of 3 days per week.

Internal role title: Senior Acquisitions Consultant

Responsibilities:

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

Requirements:

• 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 is preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills and a well-established network.
• Sound legal and commercial property knowledge.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to handle multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Full driving license and willingness to travel across the UK.

Benefits:

• 35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Sabbatical
• Company Car
• Pension scheme
• And more perks

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