Strategic Land Buyer

Austin Fraser; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Strategic Land Buyer / Manager

Location: East Anglia

A leading FTSE 100 listed housebuilder, known for delivering thousands of high-quality homes across the UK, is looking to recruit a Strategic Land Buyer / Manager for their Suffolk and Anglia Regions, covering the East Anglia area. The company has a strong presence across England, Wales, and Scotland, with over 29 operating businesses and multiple off-site manufacturing facilities. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to play a key part in securing strategic land for residential development while developing your career with an industry leader.

What is the role?

As a Strategic Land Buyer / Manager, you will be responsible for identifying and assessing unconsented land opportunities to support the business in maintaining a strong land supply. The role will involve collaboration with various internal teams and external consultants to manage land acquisitions, promote sites, and ensure successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Identifying and securing strategic land opportunities for future residential development through option agreements.
2. Coordinating offers on land, including gathering and analysing information from external consultants and internal departments.
3. Managing relationships with landowners, ensuring they are kept informed of the site's promotion and planning status.
4. Building strong local knowledge of the housing market, planning policies, and competitor activities to support land acquisition.
5. Collaborating with Architects, Engineers, and Surveyors to maximise profitability and keep costs to a minimum.
6. Providing detailed land appraisals, financial reporting, and project management support to meet team objectives.
7. Deputising for the Land Manager as needed, providing assistance to the wider land team.

What experience, qualifications, and skills are required?

1. A solid understanding of the planning system, planning policy, and spatial strategy.
2. Familiarity with local planning authorities, the geographic location, and the regional housing market.
3. Previous experience in a similar role with a housebuilder, land promoter, consultancy, or local authority would be advantageous.
4. Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively represent the company with landowners and stakeholders.
5. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
6. A valid UK driving licence.

What's in it for you?

The company offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including:

1. Company car or car allowance
2. Contributory pension
3. Life cover
4. Healthcare
5. Bonus scheme
6. Hybrid working options (2-3 days per week from home after probation)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading housebuilder and take your career to the next level. With a strong focus on career development, training, and progression, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding career path.

If you have the experience and skills needed to succeed in this role, apply today and take the next step in your career with one of the UK's leading housebuilders.

Interested?

The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed).