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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 (phone number removed) or email: (url removed)

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