Land Acquisition and Estate Management Specialist
4 weeks ago
Job Title: Land Acquisition and Estate Management Specialist
Location: Remote with travel, full or part-time.
Gleeson Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Land Acquisition and Estate Management Specialist to lead efforts in securing land for new production sites in Scotland. This role is crucial to ensuring the ongoing growth and development of operations by identifying, negotiating, and securing land that aligns with strategic and operational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Land Acquisition: Secure freehold rights to land that meets 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.
Town and Country Planning & Environmental Permits: Collaborate with internal teams and external advisors to submit and secure the necessary planning and environmental consents.
Land Management: Manage and maintain land and property assets acquired but not immediately required for operations, including leasing, licensing, and maintenance activities.
Key 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.
Why this role is a great opportunity:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- A dynamic and growing team with opportunities for professional development.
- The chance to play a key role in expanding operations and securing the future of production in Scotland.
- For a seasoned professional with a passion for land acquisition and rural estate management, this role offers a unique chance to utilise skills and experience to drive business growth.
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