Land Trainee

**Salary**: £Competitive
**Location**: Derby
**Posting date**: 22 May 2024
2022-03-02 2022-03-30 Miller Homes

About the role

Miller Homes is a respected national homebuilder with an established reputation for building outstanding quality family homes and providing excellent customer service. We believe in building homes safely, in a way which is considerate to the environment and delighting our customers with a product and experience which recognises that buying a new home is a significant lifetime purchase. That is The Miller Difference.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our highly anticipated Early Talent Scheme, designed to provide exciting opportunities for aspiring professionals to ignite their careers and make a meaningful impact within our organisation.

Our Early Talent Scheme is a comprehensive program that offers hands-on learning, mentorship, and tailored development opportunities across various departments. it is aimed at individuals who are eager to kickstart their careers and are passionate about continuous growth and learning.

As a Land Trainee you will shadow and support the Land Team, the role will include the identification of land and development opportunities both short and medium term, research and appraisal work, preparation of offers and board reports and assisting the Directors in their negotiation with Land Owners and Agents.

You will also work towards a nationally recognised degree-level qualification in Chartered Surveying.

Key Responsibilities

Provide assistance in the identification of new land and development opportunities.
Research background and co-ordinate with internal and external sources to obtain correct information to support assessment of new land.
Liaise with Land Owners and Agents regarding new opportunities.
Maintaining a comprehensive network of relevant contacts, particularly in the regional operating area
Assess potential land opportunities, including completion and/or assessment of appraisals to establish appropriate land values.
Assist with the processing of opportunities to prepare for offers to be made in consultation with internal colleagues and external parties, where relevant.
Progress deals post offer acceptance, including liaison with internal and external parties (e.g. Solicitors) towards exchange of contracts and subsequent legal completion.
Maintain a professional approach at all times acting as an ambassador for Miller Homes

Key Capabilities Required

Below you will find a range of skills and capabilities that will be required in the role, some of these you will already possess and some we will help you to develop in your programme.

Ability to plan, organise and monitor.
Able to collate background information and accurately report on data.
Excellent communication skills, IT, written and oral
Building and maintaining good working relationships
Positive can-do attitude to succeed and progress within the business
Drive and ambition
Resilient

**Key Features of the Scheme**:

- Hands-On Experience: individuals will have the chance to work on real projects and initiatives, gaining practical skills and insights into their chosen field.
- Mentorship: Each individual will be supported by experienced employees who will provide guidance, support, and personalized development plans throughout the program.
- Support: Individuals will be part of a dynamic community of fellow trainees and professionals, enabling them to build valuable connections and expand their professional network.

Who Can Apply?

Our Early Talent Scheme is open to individuals who are passionate, driven, and eager to learn. Whether they are a school leaver or looking for their first role in our industry, if they have a thirst for knowledge and a desire to grow, we want to hear from them.

**How to Apply**:
Let's make the future brighter, together.
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How to apply

Please submit your Curriculum Vitae and covering letter ideally including details of your current salary and notice period.

**Closing Date**: 14 June 2024

(No Agencies Please)

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