Land Manager

Land Manager - Exeter Job Type: Full timeIn a Nutshell… We have a fantastic opportunity for a Land Manager to join our team within Vistry Cornwall South West, at our Exeter office. As our Land Manager, you will be responsible for sourcing viable, attractive, and profitable land opportunities in line with businesses core strategy across the South West region. Successful candidate will be part of a successful and growing business, reporting directly to the Land Director. 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 bonus Company car, car allowance or travel allowance Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits… In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality Extensive experience preferably form a house builder / developer background Strong time management skills with an ability to prioritise Able to work as part of a team as well as autonomously Ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels and positively motivate teams and individuals to deliver Self-sufficient in terms of IT - proficient in MS Office programmes, and development software Ability to build productive stakeholder relationships   More about the Land Manager role… Identification of viable land development opportunities both on and off market for delivery in the short to medium term Negotiate land agreements with solicitors, agents and third parties Build a short- and medium-term pipeline landbank based on strong margin and advantageous deal structure and cashflows Maintain and expand the Division's key contact base, e.g. land agents, land owners, local authorities Strong knowledge of the residential market, plus an established network within the industry Technical ability and strong understanding of the planning process Ensuring due diligence is carried out to a high standard and all company governance is adhered to Working closely with all departments Excellent geographical knowledge of the South West area A confident communicator, with strong negotiation skills and have excellent presentation skills 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.   #LI-TP1