Senior Land Manager

Penguin Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected housebuilder in the UK is seeking a Senior Land Manager to identify and acquire new land opportunities in Cheshire and North Wales. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in land acquisition, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of the planning system. This role offers a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package within a supportive working culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym discounts

Death in Service benefit

Eyecare vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven track record in land acquisition within the residential development sector.
• Strong understanding of the planning system and regional residential land market.
• Capable of interpreting legal and technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure suitable new land opportunities, both on- and off-market.
• Manage the full acquisition process from site identification through to purchase.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, landowners, and local authorities.

Skills

Land acquisition experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Planning system knowledge

Numeracy

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Senior Land Manager
Location: Ewloe, Cheshire & North Wales

Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be working with a highly regarded and award-winning housebuilder with a strong regional presence across Cheshire and North Wales. With a proud heritage spanning over 90 years, this company has grown from a family-run business into one of the most respected names in the sector - currently delivering around 800 new homes per year.

As the business continues to expand, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Land Manager to join their established regional team. This is a key appointment, offering the chance to play a leading role in identifying and acquiring new land opportunities to support ongoing growth and the delivery of high-quality developments.

The Role

Reporting to the Land Director, the Senior Land Manager will take full responsibility for sourcing, appraising, and securing new land opportunities across the Cheshire and North Wales region. You'll work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to progress both short- and medium-term acquisitions, while managing existing assets and contributing to strategic land promotion.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure suitable new land opportunities, both on- and off-market
• Manage the full acquisition process from site identification through to purchase
• Build and maintain strong relationships with agents, landowners, local authorities, and housing associations
• Undertake site appraisals, residual valuations, and financial assessments
• Lead negotiations of legal and affordable housing agreements
• Support the progression of planning applications and permissions
• Collaborate with technical, design, and commercial teams to ensure seamless project delivery
• Represent the business at meetings with landowners, agents, and local stakeholders
• Support and mentor other team members where appropriate

About You

• Proven track record in land acquisition within the residential development sector
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills
• Strong understanding of the planning system and regional residential land market
• Highly numerate with the ability to undertake land valuations and appraisals
• Capable of interpreting legal and technical documentation
• Self-motivated and proactive, with strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Full UK driving licence required

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme and Smart Health access
• Perkbox membership and gym discounts
• Death in Service benefit
• Eyecare vouchers and long-service rewards
• Collaborative, supportive working culture within an award-winning business

To apply, please contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) for a confidential discussion.