Strategic Land & Disposals Manager

Cognisant; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic land development firm based in London is seeking a hands-on Development Manager to oversee large-scale development projects. This role combines commercial responsibility with the opportunity to influence community development from acquisition to sale, focusing on mixed-use sites. The ideal candidate will have commercial land sales experience and be confident in managing negotiations. This role offers significant responsibility and influence, distinct from typical housebuilding positions.

Qualifications

• Development or Project Manager experience in site disposals or commercial transactions.
• Strong commercial focus and experience in residential or mixed-use strategic land.
• Confident in managing legal teams and negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial land sales and disposal strategies across multiple sites.
• Manage appraisals, valuations, and negotiations.
• Work closely with planning and technical teams.
• Oversee contracts and legal agreements.
• Identify value opportunities and risks.

Skills

Commercial land sales strategies

Negotiations with developers

Site disposal management

Financial appraisals

Job description

A strategic land development firm based in London is seeking a hands-on Development Manager to oversee large-scale development projects. This role combines commercial responsibility with the opportunity to influence community development from acquisition to sale, focusing on mixed-use sites. The ideal candidate will have commercial land sales experience and be confident in managing negotiations. This role offers significant responsibility and influence, distinct from typical housebuilding positions.