Senior Land Manger at Vistry Group PLC

Long Whatton and Diseworth, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Land Acquisition, Negotiation, Budget Management, Problem Solving, Communication, Analytical Skills, Networking, Legal Understanding, Mathematical Skills, Project Management, Self-Starter, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Integrity, Commercial Awareness, Technical Knowledge

Industry

Construction

Description

Role Overview In a Nutshell… We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Land Manager to join our team within Vistry North Midlands , at our Castle Donnington office. As our Senior Land Manager, you will be reporting into the Land Director and will be responsible for securing land opportunities to meet the company's requirements and expansion plans. A Senior Land Manager post is a largely self-sufficient role, with the ability to source land opportunities and instruct consultants/development team regarding the legal, planning, development and commercial constraints of any proposal. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let’s cut to the chase, what’s in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits… In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality Expected to be educated to a minimum of Degree standard (on a relevant course) or with suitable alternative experience Computer literate and able to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint to a good standard Professional manner commensurate with delivering business development and promoting the Company Highly literate able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation Highly numerate with the ability to undertake residual valuations for land appraisals, undertake comparable sales valuations and provided sensitivity analysis Demonstrable track record of buying land A good understanding of legal obligations Proven list of contacts in the area In-depth knowledge and understanding of planning authorities Strong mathematic and IT ability Ability to assess and analyse information In depth understanding of budget management Excellent negotiation and networking skills A pragmatic approach to problem solving Excellent communication skills Able to work under pressure Able to work with a high degree of accuracy A methodical approach to working practices Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving Able to influence and persuade others Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach A self-starter capable of creating and maintaining momentum in projects Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable… RTPI/RICS qualified or working towards a qualification More about the Senior Land Manager role… Identify suitable land opportunities on and off market for immediate opportunities, however also longer-term land with planning potential for liaison with the Strategic Land department. Present to landowners and agents on a formal and informal basis. Negotiate legal agreements with Vistry lawyers and third parties. Procure technical, legal and development information to instruct internal and external parties to prepare offers. Prepare and submit Land Approval Packs and obtain authority to acquire sites in line with Company protocols. Business development to promote the Company in the residential and property development sector. Manage the offer process and provide support to the Land Director and Managing Director. Offer on c20 sites per annum. Acquisition of land in line with requirements and acquisition strategy to be agreed on an annual basis. To develop and maintain regular contacts with land agents/owners within the area of operation. Monitor land bank and Land Terrier to establish ransom or land sale potential and ensure no encroachment or unauthorised use. Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us… We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-AD1

Responsibilities

The Senior Land Manager will identify and secure land opportunities to support the company's expansion plans. This includes negotiating legal agreements, preparing land approval packs, and managing the offer process.