Job Ref: 213341120

Date: 2021-03-11 12:40:39

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Our housebuilding business operates across 13 regional offices, which are currently developing around 200 sites across England. The design and construction blend tradition and innovation, creating homes and developments with contemporary living standards. Our product range includes one-bedroom apartments through to larger five-bedroom family homes.

In a Nutshell:

We have a fantastic opportunity for Land Manager to join our team within Vistry Housebuilding Northern Home Counties, at our Milton Keynes office. As our Land Manager you will be reporting into the Land Director, the Land Manager will be responsible for securing land opportunities to meet the company's requirements and expansion plans. A 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.

What we would like from you:

Key Responsibilities –

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 (primarily Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire and Northamptonshire)
Monitor land bank and Land Terrier to establish ransom or land sale potential and ensure no encroachment or unauthorized useCompetencies –

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
Behave in line with our values
Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require itDesirable –

RTPI/RICS qualified or working towards a qualificationThe Good Stuff:

Vistry Homes is a fast paced and exciting place to work. We offer our employees multiple opportunities to learn, develop and nurture successful careers with us.

Some of our key benefits include…

Competitive salary and package
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy or sell up to 5 days per annum
Private Healthcare
Company Contributory Pension Scheme
Sharesave scheme
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance (role and geographic dependant)
Support with a professional membershipLet's tell you a bit more about us…

Vistry Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds – we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality.

We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career.

Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us here at Vistry Group – we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us – we will always be happy to help

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