Land Acquisition Lead: Strategy, Deals & Team Growth

Specialized Recruiting Group - Charlotte, NC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialized Recruiting Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to lead the Land Acquisition team in identifying, analyzing, and securing new land deals that align with business plan targets and site selection criteria. The role emphasizes stakeholder relationship management and cross-department collaboration.

The position requires strategic leadership to grow the land pipeline, optimize processes, and work with Development, Sales, Marketing, Construction, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Minimum 7 years in land acquisition/divestiture and development.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Ability to build relationships with brokers, developers, and investors.
• Ability to lead negotiations and manage complex contracts.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, hires, evaluates, trains, develops, and retains a productive team.
• Develops positive, teamwork, and achievement-oriented work culture.
• Oversees growth of the team to meet goals and identify improvements.
• Builds relationships with internal departments (Development, Sales, Marketing, Construction, Finance).
• Prepare and negotiate letters of intent, purchase agreements, and related legal documents.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Financial analysis

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Job description

Specialized Recruiting Group in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to lead the Land Acquisition team in identifying, analyzing, and securing new land deals that align with business plan targets and site selection criteria. The role emphasizes stakeholder relationship management and cross-department collaboration.

The position requires strategic leadership to grow the land pipeline, optimize processes, and work with Development, Sales, Marketing, Construction, and