Land Acquisition and Development Head (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

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

Benefits

35 days holiday (pro rata)

10% in-store discount

Sabbatical

Company Car

Pension scheme

Additional perks

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Identify and acquire freehold and leasehold deals for new stores.
• Manage planning application lifecycle from submission to discharge.
• Develop relationships with local authorities and developers.

Skills

Self-motivation

Negotiation skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Degree (2:2 minimum)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Land Acquisition and Development Head (Hiring Immediately), Preston, Lancashire

Client: Lidl

Location: Preston, Lancashire, 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, involving full asset lifecycle management from site identification, negotiation, acquisition, planning, construction support, to ongoing asset management. You will develop relationships with landlords, tenants, authorities, agents, and developers.

The role involves ownership of development and planning processes from concept to completion, requiring excellent communication and negotiation skills, multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines. We support career progression with training and a competitive benefits package focused on 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 for new stores
• 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 improvement projects
• Develop and maintain relationships with local authorities, agents, landlords, tenants, and developers
• Drive the full development and planning process from concept to completion
• Manage real estate assets of freehold and leasehold properties

What you'll need

• Self-motivation and a proactive attitude
• Degree (2:2 minimum), preferably relevant to the role
• Experience in retail acquisitions, land buying, commercial property, or town planning
• MRICS qualification (ideally)
• 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 perks

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. Apply now to make a difference with Lidl.