Graduate Land

7 days ago

Great Sankey, Warrington, United Kingdom United Living Group Full time

Company Description

Creating a connected, sustainable future with United Living

United Living is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. We employ over 1400 people and work with a broad range of public and private sector clients.

Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure to create a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Job Description

Your team and role

United Living Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future. Our New Homes business provides much-needed build-to-rent and affordable housing solutions, addressing the housing challenges facing our communities.

As a vital member of the Land & Partnerships team, your role will involve working collaboratively to support them in the day-to-day management of the Land function within the business.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain real experience of how our Land & Partnerships Team identifies, evaluates and secures sites for residential development, working together with our Registered Provider and Institutional Investor Partners.

You will be responsible for:

Identification of land opportunities and assisting in the preparation of land bids. Undertake research and analysis of sites, including market research, planning, technical and legal appraisals. Establishing and maintaining relationships with Local Authorities, Registered Providers, Institutional Investors, Land Agents, Landowners, Homes England and other developers within the relevant geographical area, in pursuit of opportunities for the company. Assist the Land team in overseeing the development process through acquisition, legal exchange & completion, planning and condition discharge. Visiting sites with the Land team, recording the situation on the ground by photo/notes. Assisting with the legal process of purchasing land and liaising with solicitors. Briefing external consultants and other departments as schemes proceed, from bid, through to exchange and completion. Administrative support to the land team. Assisting in preparing and lodging planning applications on successful land bids. Updating landowners, agents and partners on progress of schemes and planning applications. Attending land department meetings and note or minute taking. Attendance at Planning Committees, Public Exhibitions and Parish Council meetings where appropriate Represent United Living Group at internal and external events. Other tasks and responsibilities commensurate with a Graduate level role.

Qualifications

What we need from you

Knowledge/Interest in Residential Development Knowledge of planning application procedures Personable with the ability to communicate frankly, sincerely and honestly. The ability to identify opportunity and risk. Ability to work within a team (as a member and project lead), but also independently when required. Demonstrates initiative and innovative thinking, Good problem-solving abilities. Flexibility and perseverance. Competent computer skills (proficiency in Microsoft Office packages) good financial/commercial acumen, Able to handle pressure well and work to tight timescales / deadlines. Relevant Degree minimum classification (or equivalent), ideally in Property/Planning/Land. Ability to travel (driving licence required)

Additional Information

What we offer you

We are committed to nurturing your creativity, encouraging the freedom to express yourself and fostering a supportive culture that values both personal and professional development. United Living are on an exciting journey of growth and innovation and joining us as a graduate will provide you with a solid foundation for you to develop your skills for the future and build your career with us.

Career Development – from the moment you join, you'll be supported to develop, grow your skill set and progress your career the way you want. Cultivate – access to our idea and innovation platform, empowering you to drive positive business change. Discounts – access to our leisure and shopping discounts and rewards platform. Employee Networks – opportunity to join our organisation wide employee networks such as our Veteran's Network, Women's Network, and Young People's Network which is dedicated to supporting and retaining employees in the early stages of their careers and empowers young employees and future leaders through Continuous Professional Development (CPD), Social Value and Team Building initiatives. Health and Wellbeing Support – access to our employee programme which includes access to a virtual GP and Dentist, mental health support and counselling, fitness and nutrition, and financial and legal advice. Health Cash Plan Holidays Payroll Giving – the opportunity to donate regularly from your gross pay to support charities of your choice. Pension – you will be eligible to join our pension scheme which we will also contribute to. Personal Support Network – you will receive a dedicated buddy and mentor and will join an early careers community of peers that will support you forward every step of the way. Reward and Award Schemes – access to our long service awards and above and beyond rewards. Social Value – you will be encouraged to support social impact activities each year to support charities and local community organisations.

Company culture

At United Living Group, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation.

Building a diverse, inclusive, and equal working environment in which everyone is welcomed and encouraged to be themselves, is a commitment we are dedicated to. We believe that having a diverse workforce not only sets us up for success, but it allows for greater opportunities for innovation, adaptability, and wide-ranging capabilities. We empower our people, and our communities, to champion diversity and change every day.

A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression and supports you in your personal and professional development – because together, we achieve more.

How to apply

If you're looking to be part of an exciting journey with an evolving business and want to learn something new, every day? They you've come to the right place.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, please click the I'm interested button and submit an application. We recommend you apply as early as possible as we may close this vacancy before the closing date if we receive sufficient applications.

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