Land Acquisition Manager

4 weeks ago


Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom Gleeson Recruitment Group Full time

Our client is seeking a seasoned professional to lead efforts in securing land for new production sites in Scotland. As a key role in ensuring the ongoing growth and development of their operations, this position involves identifying, negotiating, and securing land that aligns with their strategic and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Land Acquisition: Secure freehold rights to land that meets their operational requirements for production in Scotland.
  • Strategic Identification: Develop and implement strategies to proactively identify and secure on- and off-market land opportunities.
  • Negotiation: Negotiate favourable Option and Purchase agreements to secure land that aligns with budgetary and financial objectives.
  • Site Appraisals: Provide appraisals on target sites, assessing suitability for production needs, town planning, environmental permits, and budget compliance.
  • Land Bank Development: Build a pipeline of land options to meet short, medium, and long-term business objectives.
  • Networking: Develop and maintain a comprehensive network of contacts, including landowners, agents, local government, lawyers, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Progress Reporting: Provide regular updates and management reports on progress, timelines, and performance against targets.

Requirements:

  • Proven Experience: 10+ years of experience in land acquisition and management, ideally within the agricultural or rural sector.
  • Extensive Networks: A strong network within the Scottish rural land sector.
  • Land Market Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of the land market in Scotland and the acquisition process, including option agreements, planning, and environmental permitting.
  • Professional Background: A degree in land or estate management (or similar) and membership of RICS or equivalent.
  • Skills: Exceptional negotiation, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and meet deadlines.
  • Flexibility: Willingness to travel and work away from home when required.


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