Job Description
The RoleDo you have a proven track record as a Senior Land Manager or Land Manager in the housebuilding industry?Perhaps you can demonstrate a strong network of contacts within the Derbyshire/Nottinghamshire areas and looking to step up in your next role?If the answer is yes, then look no further, your next career could be with us!Joining our team as Senior Land Manager you will be responsible for supporting the Land Director to lead, develop, agree, implement and deliver the region’s land acquisition strategy in order to meet the region’s business plan and future growth requirements.You will also be responsible for:Managing the land acquisition process ensuring the effective compliance, control and deployment of all available land opportunities.Sourcing and securing land effectively for the immediate, short and medium term via the development of agent contacts, planning leads, methods of formal and informal tender and ‘off market’ land procurement.Identifying the most effective route of procurement both from a legal and planning perspective.Assisting in achieving planning approvals, working with third party providers and with internal departments.Achieving and maintaining a high profile with external property contacts, working relationships with local authorities, local agents, landowners and other developers within the Region’s operating area.Engaging in the process of determining, agreeing and delivering site start programmes and development programmes within agreed timescales.Preparation of effective and relevant legal documentation for each development or phase of developmentWho are we looking for?As well as being able to demonstrate your experience within land management, you must also possess an aptitude to combine strong organisation and communication skills along with the ability to relate to all levels of staff and stakeholders, whilst also maintaining a keen desire to work in a quality driven business. Excellent relationship building skills are essential for this role along with knowledge of all elements of the land acquisition process.You must also be able to demonstrate a strong network of contacts across the region along with the ability source land whilst also producing and presenting land offers and negotiating best possible terms.To be considered for this role you must also possess;A relevant qualification or proven experience in land acquisition, procurement and management.Detailed understanding of the legal and planning frameworks associated with land acquisition and development procurement.Technical, legal, financial and commercial awarenessAwareness of codes of practice that impact on land acquisition and planning matters e.g. Planning Policy, Systems and Frameworks on a local basisWhat will you get in return?Discretionary bonusCompany car plan/cash allowanceBuy, sell and accrual holiday schemePrivate Health careCompany PensionLife AssuranceOther Benefits including our exclusive Avant discount platformIf this sounds like you, join us and be a part of Avant’s future success!