Job Title:Land Manager
Location:West Midlands, Birmingham, Wolverhampton, Telford

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Land and Planning Manager to join a market leading company within the house building sector. An instantly recognisable name within the industry, this housing developer is committed to the highest standards of design, construction, and service. With exciting new developments coming up in the West Midlands, they are looking for someone who can progress and grow with the company.

What's in it for you:

• Salaryup to £85,000per annum
• Generous bonus scheme
• Car allowance / Company Car
• Fuel allowance
• PrivatePension+ Healthcare + Life Assurance
• House purchase discount scheme on their homes

Your Responsibilities:

• Build a strong network of relationships with key contacts within the geographical area to monitor land and market activity ensuring that Taylor Wimpey becomes a partner of choice for any new land opportunities.
• Undertake speculative saturation surveys of key locations to identify off-market opportunities.
• Acquire suitable land on favourable terms, to meet business strategy.
• Collate all relevant detailed information e.g. build costs, sales projections, engineering, financial to establish a clear assessment of viability for any potential development opportunity.
• Prepare the initial land value appraisal and subsequent negotiations to agree terms for consideration by the Land & Planning Director
• Where necessary, input into the planning application process working with key individuals both internally and externally to ensure successful delivery
• Ensure value improvement through smart land acquisition, outstanding management of the planning process, and cost efficiency.
• Monitor and update the Land & Planning Director on land market activity on a continuing basis and react appropriately to any opportunities.
• Maintain any internal land and site data systems and provide relevant information to the wider business.
• Disposal of affordable housing on favourable terms and from time to time manage the disposal of Incidental Land and Freehold Assets as required.

Required Skills:

• Previous successful experience in land acquisition process in housebuilding industry
• Knowledge of planning policy and process
• Commitment to a progressive career
• Full driving licence
• Degree qualification in a relevant subject or where transferable skills can be demonstrated
• RICS accreditation preferred or desire to gain RICS accreditation

For more information on the role please contact Chloe at Thorn Baker on 07733 314 668 or email: chloe.taquin@thornbaker.co.uk

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