Land Buyer

LOBA GROUP; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Bonus scheme linked to performance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working options

Job summary

A leading national housebuilder is seeking an ambitious Land Manager / Land Buyer for their Midlands team. This role involves sourcing and securing land opportunities while collaborating with multiple teams. The ideal candidate has experience in land acquisition and strong negotiation skills. Alongside a highly competitive salary, benefits include a bonus scheme and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in land acquisition in housebuilding or residential development.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to work at pace, managing multiple opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and secure land opportunities across the Midlands.
• Negotiate purchase terms directly with landowners and agents.
• Drive sites through the acquisition process from initial lead to exchange.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Strong networking

Project management

Ability to manage multiple opportunities

Education

Degree in Real Estate, Planning, or related field

Job description

Overview

Land Buyer / Land Manager – Midlands

An established and highly regarded national housebuilder is seeking an ambitious Land Manager / Land Buyer to join their Midlands team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking developer with a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for delivering quality, sustainable communities.

The Opportunity

This role offers the perfect blend of autonomy and collaboration. You’ll have the scope to identify, appraise, and secure new residential development opportunities while working closely with in-house planning, technical, and commercial teams to bring them to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively source and secure land opportunities across the Midlands


• Negotiate purchase terms directly with landowners, agents, and promoters


• Carry out financial appraisals, market assessments, and feasibility studies


• Build and maintain a strong network within the property and planning sectors


• Drive sites through the acquisition process from initial lead to exchange

About You

• Proven experience in land acquisition (housebuilding, residential development, or similar)


• Strong negotiation and influencing skills


• Commercial awareness and understanding of current planning legislation


• Able to work at pace, managing multiple opportunities simultaneously


• Degree in Real Estate, Planning, or related field (desirable but not essential)

What’s on Offer

• Highly competitive salary


• Bonus scheme linked to performance


• 25 days holiday + bank holidays


• Flexible working options

To apply, please send an updated CV directly to the advertisement.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level


• Employment type: Full-time


• Job function: Project Management


• Industries: Real Estate and Construction