Land Manager

Humphrey & Kirk; Sandridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-performing property agency based in St Albans is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to enhance their Land & Development team. The successful candidate will identify and secure development sites, conduct local market research, and build strong relationships with stakeholders. A minimum of 3 years experience in Land Acquisition and knowledge of the local market is required. Attractive salary with flexible working, commission structure, and car allowance offered.

Benefits

Car allowance or company car

Flexible working approach

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience in Land Acquisition or Land Management.
• Strong knowledge of the local St Albans property market and development plans.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure residential and mixed-use development sites.
• Conduct local market research on land values and planning context.
• Build relationships with landowners, agents, and Local Authorities.

Skills

Land Acquisition

Negotiation

Market Research

Relationship Management

Communication

Education

Degree or Masters

RICS/MRICS

Job description

Land Acquisition Manager – St Albans
Salary: £25,000+ Basic (DOE) + Commission + Car Allowance/Company Car

One of the top-performing property agencies in St Albans is expanding and is now looking to recruit an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to strengthen their growing Land & Development team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and commercially minded land professional to play a key role in identifying, securing, and appraising development opportunities across the local area.

Key Responsibilities

As Land Acquisition Manager, your duties will include:

• Identifying and securing residential and mixed-use development sites of all sizes
• Conducting local market research on land values, availability, and planning context
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with landowners, agents, and Local Authorities
• Networking to source off-market and new land opportunities
• Researching local market trends and discussing opportunities with senior management
• Carrying out full site appraisals and land valuations
• Preparing and presenting detailed land appraisals to the Managing Director
• Negotiating Heads of Terms and formally submitting offers
• Assisting with technical appraisals and commercial feasibility assessments
• Managing enquiries, prospecting for high-quality leads, and following up on opportunities

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Land Acquisition / Land Management
• Relevant qualifications (Degree or Masters preferred; RICS/MRICS desirable)
• Strong knowledge of the local St Albans property market and development plans
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive, ambitious, and tenacious mindset
• A full, clean UK driving licence

Salary & Benefits

• Basic salary from £25,000+ (dependent on experience)
• Commission structure discussed at interview
• Car allowance or company car
• Flexible working approach (candidate discretion)
• Standard hours: 09:00 – 18:00, Monday to Friday
• Occasional Saturday or weekend networking opportunities (not compulsory)

Why Apply?

This role offers real autonomy, progression, and the chance to make a tangible impact within a high-performing and expanding land team.

If you’re an experienced Land Acquisition professional looking for your next step, apply now to discuss this opportunity further.