Land and Partnerships Manager

Land and Partnerships Manager

Location: South West Region

Salary: Competitive

The Role

At the company, they pride themselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England.

Their mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to their communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone.

They are proud of their people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything they do. Their Values are at their heart and centre around Trust, Teamwork, Kindness and Passion.

They are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help them achieve their ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of their journey and to grow their career along with their success.

They are seeking an experienced and dynamic Land & Partnerships Manager to be responsible for the identification, appraisal, and acquisition of development sites to support the growth and success of their Homes South West. Working closely with the planning, technical, and commercial teams, the role ensures maximum value is derived from all land purchases. The successful candidate will drive the identification of both immediate and strategic land opportunities, maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, and securing developments that align with the company’s growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Land Identification & Acquisition:
  • Proactively identify and secure immediate and strategic land opportunities in line with company targets.
  • Conduct detailed site appraisals, financial analysis, and risk assessments to inform decision-making.
  • Lead negotiations on land purchases, contracts, and planning obligations to secure optimal deals.
• Stakeholder & Relationship Management:
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with landowners, agents, promoters, local authorities, housing associations, and developers to create opportunities.
  • Work closely with Registered Providers, Private Rented Sector (PRS) operators, and Local Authority partners to facilitate partnership-led developments.
• Planning & Technical Liaison:
  • Engage with the planning and technical teams to ensure all acquisitions align with planning policies and development feasibility.
  • Keep up to date with local and national planning policy changes that may affect land acquisition and development strategies.
• Commercial & Legal Management:
  • Monitor the company’s land database, ensuring site registrations, development plans, and offers submitted are accurately recorded and maintained.
  • Work alongside legal teams to manage contracts, joint ventures, development agreements, and other legal frameworks.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, financial targets, and regulatory requirements.
• Board & Senior Management Reporting:
  • Assist the Land & Partnerships Director in the preparation of board reports and investment papers to inform the senior management team of potential and ongoing land acquisitions.
  • Ensure timely and strategic decision-making by keeping key stakeholders informed of emerging opportunities.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven track record in land acquisition, ideally within the housebuilding or residential development sector.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to undertake detailed financial appraisals.
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Knowledge of planning policies, land law, and development processes.
• Strong network of contacts within the land and property sector.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.
• Highly organised, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to embrace and role model their company values – Trust, Teamwork, Kindness and Passion.
• Full UK driving licence required.

This list is not exhaustive.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
• Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme in April 2025).
• 25 days holiday (extending to 27 days holiday after two years of continuous service).
• Pension Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Group Income Protection Scheme.
• Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opt in - Simply Health Cash Plan.
• Company Homes House purchase discount scheme.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable organisation, please do not hesitate to apply.