Senior Land Manager
Position: Senior Land Manager
Salary: 85K basic plus bonus (OTE:160K – 185K)
Location: Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Company Overview:
Owen Gardner Talent is a leading recruitment agency specialising in the real estate and property industry. We work with top companies to find the best talent to help them achieve their business goals.
Our client, a highly regarded housebuilder, is looking for an experienced Land Manager to join their Staffordshire team. This role is central to driving new opportunities in land acquisition and partnership led development, supporting expansion plans across the Midlands areas.
It's a fantastic opportunity for someone with strategic vision, strong commercial instincts, and a passion for creating places people are proud to call home.
Position Overview:
The Land Manager will work closely with the Head of Land to lead the identification and progression of residential development opportunities. Instrumental in driving the regional land acquisition strategy.
This role suits someone who can think commercially, act autonomously, and enjoys building long-term, collaborative relationships with local authorities, housing associations, and landowners.
Key Responsibilities:
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* Proactively identify and evaluate potential land and partnership-led development sites aligned with regional growth targets.
* Lead proposal development and oversee tender submissions for new opportunities.
* Manage the negotiation of land agreements and commercial terms.
* Contribute to land appraisals and assist with pricing strategies.
* Represent the business in public consultations and community engagement activity.
* Maintain and grow a network of key stakeholders, including local authorities, housing partners, etc.
* Prepare regular updates and reports on land pipeline status for regional leadership.
* Support broader strategic planning to ensure alignment with business objectives.
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People Management Responsibilities:
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* Guide and motivate junior team members, encouraging high standards and development.
* Take an active role in building a collaborative, high-performance culture.
* Play a key part in talent planning and succession development within the department.
* Provide constructive feedback and manage performance in a positive, supportive way.
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About You:
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* Significant experience in residential land buying and/or partnerships within the housing or development sector.
* Strong commercial judgement and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
* A skilled negotiator with confidence navigating complex agreements and planning matters.
* Strategic thinker with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset.
* Excellent time management and organisational skills.
* Enjoy working in a team-oriented environment and bringing others along with you.
* Leadership experience or a readiness to step into a broader managerial remit.
* If you're a driven and experienced land professional ready for a leadership role with a high-performing regional team, apply now to take the next step in your career