Strategic Land and Planning Manager

tdm recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Strategic Land and Planning Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work autonomously, sourcing and negotiating strategic land opportunities across Surrey, Kent, and South London. With a focus on building relationships with landowners and local authorities, you will lead the planning promotion process and drive deals forward. The company values its employees and offers a supportive, inclusive environment, alongside a competitive salary and generous benefits. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous car allowance

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounts and benefits portal

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in strategic land acquisition.
• Knowledge of planning systems and processes.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential strategic residential development sites.
• Negotiate land agreements and manage external consultants.

Skills

Strategic Land Acquisition

Negotiation Skills

Planning System Knowledge

Relationship Building

Project Management

Education

RTPI Qualification

RICS Qualification

Job description

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Role: Strategic Land and Planning Manager

Salary: Up to £70,000 + Package

Our Client:

Our client is one of the UK’s leading and most well-respected strategic land promotion developers, operating nationwide with a strong presence in Surrey, Kent, and South London. Backed by a solid financial foundation and a highly experienced team, they are actively looking to expand their land portfolio while others are sitting on the side-lines. This is an exciting opportunity to join a cash-rich and deal-driven business that thrives on identifying and unlocking land opportunities for long-term development.

• Competitive salary up to £70,000.
• Generous car allowance or access to a salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Life assurance.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Discounts and benefits portal.
• Flexible and hybrid working available.
• A supportive, inclusive working environment.

The Role:

As Strategic Land and Planning Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and acquiring strategic land opportunities across Surrey, Kent, and South London. You’ll lead the planning promotion process, work closely with consultants, and manage the progression of sites through the planning system. This role reports to the Group Strategic Land Director and offers the chance to work autonomously, driving deals forward and contributing to the company's growth. The key responsibilities include:

• Identify and assess potential strategic residential development sites.
• Build strong relationships with landowners, agents, and local authorities.
• Negotiate land agreements, including options and promotion agreements.
• Manage external consultants through the planning promotion process.
• Monitor planning policy and spot new opportunities for land promotion.
• Lead on planning strategies to secure allocations and permissions.
• Prepare reports and updates for senior leadership and investors.
• Attend planning meetings and public consultations as needed.
• Travel regularly across the South region.

Requirements:

• 5+ years’ experience in strategic land acquisition, ideally in Surrey, Kent, or South London.
• Background with a strategic land promoter, national housebuilder, or planning consultancy.
• Strong knowledge of the planning system (RTPI or RICS qualification preferred).
• Proven track record of identifying and acquiring successful strategic sites.
• Extensive network of contacts in land agencies and among landowners.
• Confident communicator and skilled negotiator.
• Self-motivated, commercially minded, and target-driven.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

This is a great opportunity to join a growing company that values its people and offers a great working environment. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Strategy/Planning, and Project Management

• Industries

  Real Estate, Architecture and Planning, and Construction

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