Land Manager

Cityscape Recruitment

Our client, a well-established and respected residential property developer operating across the Kent region, is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Land Manager to join their growing team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual to play a key role in sourcing, appraising, and acquiring land for high-quality residential developments. You’ll work closely with senior leadership and planning consultants to shape the future growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

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Identify and appraise potential land opportunities across Kent and surrounding areas.

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Lead negotiations on land acquisitions, including both unconditional and subject-to-planning deals.

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Maintain and develop relationships with landowners, agents, local authorities, and consultants.

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Prepare and present feasibility studies, market analysis, and land offers.

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Work alongside planning teams to manage applications and promote land through the planning process.

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Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategy.

Requirements:

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Proven experience in land acquisition, ideally within the residential development sector.

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Strong network of contacts within Kent and the wider South East land market.

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Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

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Sound understanding of planning policy and development appraisals.

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Self-motivated, commercially minded, and results-driven.

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Full UK driving licence.

Why Join?

* Salary up to £60000 dependant on experience

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Be part of a successful and ambitious development business with a strong pipeline.

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Work in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment.

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Competitive salary and performance-related bonus structure.

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Opportunities for career progression as the business expands