Land Buyer

Greencore Group plc; Bicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential development company in Bicester is seeking a professional to assist with land acquisitions and site appraisals. The ideal candidate will have a property-related degree, experience in residential development, and strong communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment with a focus on sustainable housing and community impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in the residential development industry.
• Understanding of land transactions and planning.
• Ability to professionally present and report work.

Responsibilities

• Assist with filtering opportunities for new sites.
• Contribute to site appraisals and due diligence.
• Establish relationships with external property contacts.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

IT skills (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook)

Networking in residential property sector

Positive attitude

Education

Property related degree or qualification

Job description

In summary, the successful person will be a key part of the Land Department, targeted with acquiring a substantial development pipeline for Greencore of short, medium-term and strategic sites. They will assist with all aspects of land acquisition and, on occasion, with the sale of land for Affordable Housing or to Build-to-Rent Investors. This includes:

Responsibilities

• Assist with filtering of appropriate opportunities as Greencore refines target locations for new sites and divisions.
• Assist the team with progressing new opportunities from the point first appraisal to acquisition and beyond.
• Actively contribute to site appraisals, sourcing all required inputs, working alongside other departments and external advisors.
• Maintain a clear and accurate electronic file in respect of each new opportunity.
• Support the land team undertake all necessary due diligence on each acquisition, both pre and post offer.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in planning, technical, legal, finance and operations before, during and after site acquisition.
• Establish and maintain a high profile with external property contacts and help to establish effective working relationships within our geographical area of operation.
• Help the team to appraise on-market opportunities such that Greencore becomes seen as a go-to developer of choice for agents, promoters and land owners.
• Source off‑market land opportunities and cultivate long‑term relationships with landowners and agents.

Qualifications

• A property related degree or qualification.
• Experience of working in the residential development industry.
• A network of connections in the residential property sector.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to present and report work professionally.
• A positive, enthusiastic attitude to work.
• Ability to prioritise and complete tasks with an eye for detail.
• Understanding of land transactions, planning and residential development.
• A good level of IT skills (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook).

Company Overview

Greencore Homes builds homes that are better than net zero and we create places where people can live low carbon, healthy and active lives. Our homes are built using our innovative, tried and tested closed timber frame panels that we manufacture in our own factory.

With a strong and experienced senior leadership team, along with the support of our majority shareholder, M&G, we are working towards our ambitious growth target of building 10,000 homes by 2035. We are a passionate and purpose‑driven team who are committed to delivering sustainable homes for the future. Greencore Homes offers a friendly, inclusive and innovative work environment where our people can grow and develop with the business.