Senior Land Manager

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Role overview

ID: Entity: VistryRegion: Vistry Thames ValleyDepartment: Land & PlanningContract Type: Permanent - Full TimeJob Location: Reading, BerkshireDate Posted: 24.04.2025 We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Land Manager to join our team within Vistry Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As our Senior Land Manager, you will be responsible for securing land opportunities to meet the company's requirements and expansion plans.

A Senior 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.

We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.

Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you Competitive basic salary and annual bonusCompany car, car allowance or travel allowanceSalary sacrifice car scheme available to all employeesUp to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service2 Volunteering days per annumPrivate medical insurance, with employee paid coverEnhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leaveCompetitive pension scheme through salary sacrificeLife assurance at 4 x your annual salaryShare save and share incentive schemesEmployee rewards portal with many more benefits In return, what we would like from you Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and QualityExpected to be educated to a minimum of Degree standard (on a relevant course) or with suitable alternative experienceComputer literate and able to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint to a good standardProfessional manner commensurate with delivering business development and promoting the CompanyHighly literate able to understand and interpret complex legal documentationHighly numerate with the ability to undertake residual valuations for land appraisals, undertake comparable sales valuations and provided sensitivity analysisDemonstrable track record of buying landA good understanding of legal obligationsProven list of contacts in the areaIn-depth knowledge and understanding of planning authoritiesStrong mathematic and IT abilityAbility to assess and analyse informationIn depth understanding of budget managementExcellent negotiation and networking skillsA pragmatic approach to problem solvingExcellent communication skillsAble to work under pressureAble to work with a high degree of accuracyA methodical approach to working practicesDecision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solvingAble to influence and persuade othersDiscretion and integrity in attitude and approachA self-starter capable of creating and maintaining momentum in projectsWilling to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it Desirable

RTPI/RICS qualified or working towards a qualificationCOINS experience More about the Senior Land Manager role 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, Development Director and Managing Director.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.Monitor land bank and Land Terrier to establish ransom or land sale potential and ensure no encroachment or unauthorised use. Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us

We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation,?? and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Enjoy 28 days' holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days.

Pension with Legal & General

Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available.

Volunteer Days

With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.

Why Vistry

Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a ra

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