Land and Development Consultant

Land Consultant – Pedder Development Services

Pedder is a local, family owned and run, high performing estate agency with 9 branches across the south east of London. The Pedder Group offer services in residential sales, lettings, property management, land and new homes, and financial services.

We are looking for a motivated, entrepreneurial, property focused Graduate to join our Development Services team as a Land Agent. We will also consider those with previous experience and discuss a suitable package during the interview stage.

We invest in our team, our business, and our community because our reputation is paramount to our success. We understand and recognise the importance of providing nothing short of outstanding service and support. If you join us, you'll be joining a highly successful company of industry experts, providing you with a solid platform for growth and development in your property career.

Person spec/core values:

• Motivation and a drive to succeed.
• Confidence – a belief that you will exceed your targets if you work hard and persist.
• Passion – a desire to be the best.
• An understanding of the importance of making a great first impression. Outstanding customer service is key.
• Positivity – having a can-do attitude so you can contribute to the great atmosphere that we strive to create within our offices and company.
• Integrity – this is in the heart of everything we do.
• Respect – listen, understand, and work collaboratively.
• Organisation – having a good attention to detail and an ability to manage a busy diary.
• Willingness to go the extra mile to support your colleagues.

Brief duties of the role:

A full job description is available on request and will also be provided prior to the interview stage.

Site Identification – identify land, development, new homes and build to rent opportunities in relation to your allocated geographical area. Monitor all planning applications by making use of Searchland software and by browsing local authority databases and planning portals.

Obtain Site Position – using all means possible, and in accordance with best practice, you must identify the owner/decision maker of the site and learn expectations for land value and deal structure.

Site Introductions/ Disposal – draft site introduction letters, working with the Director to prepare marketing prospectus' and liaise with existing client database and diarise follow ups as required.

Networking – there is an expectation for constant networking to provide opportunities for the department. The client database must be constantly updated to ensure that all data is accurate and relevant.

Market research – research of comparable market data including schedules of market transactions, confirmation of achieved sales prices with selling agents and the preparation of presentation packs including maps, marketing details and price breakdown.

Commercial Agency – assist where required in all functions within commercial agency to identify suitable commercial opportunities, use Co-Star to stay on top of recent market data and industry news and conducting commercial property viewings.

Client Management – accurate client database management, qualification of potential purchasers, dealing promptly with enquiries and feedback. To maintain positive and professional relationships with all clients at every stage through to completion.

Pipeline Management – you will be responsible for your own pipeline, nurturing the deal from the point of contact to the point of exchange/completion. Viewing properties, negotiating offers, liaising with solicitors and delivering the highest levels of customer service to buyers and sellers alike.

Targets - to work individually to exceed your targets as well as supporting your team to become the market leader in your area and meet the overall department target.

Compliance – to ensure you work in line with industry standards and legislation.

Hours and Location:

Our Development Services team are based within our branch in Peckham (SE15 2EZ).

Working hours are as follows:

Monday 8:45-18:00

Tuesday 8:45-18:00

Wednesday 8:45-18:00

Thursday 8:45-18:00

Friday 8:45-17:00

Saturday As required for any Development launches.

Candidate requirements:

• A full and clean driving licence (essential) – a Company Car is provided as part of this role.
• A Property specific degree (essential without prior experience in a Land and Development role).
• Within a 45-minute commute maximum to our Peckham (SE15 2EZ) office.
• Have a strong interest in the Property sector, with a focus on Land and Development.

Salary details:

This is a commission-based role, however a basic salary is also provided.

If you are applying with prior experience, this will be taken into account when discussing your remuneration package and may vary from the below DOE.

• Annual on target earnings (OTE) - £35,000 – this is inclusive of a basic salary and commission
• Guaranteed commission for the first 4-months of employment
• Tiered commission structure – up to 17.5%
• Additional bonuses and fees to be discussed and agreed for 2026 onwards

Additional information:

• Paid annual EAP (employee assistance programme) which includes 24-hour access to live wellbeing support.
• A clear path for progression in order to develop your career in the property industry.
• Continuous and ongoing training and support. Relevant technical exams and memberships are supported and paid for.
• A company car with paid fuel/expenses – personal use authorised.
• A team social calendar with regular company events.
• Regular opportunities to support our Community Promise events.
• Regular opportunities to support our Cancer Research fundraising events.
• Incentivised team trips/conferences in Mallorca (twice per annum).

Our people make us who we are. At Pedder, our staff don't just work for the business, the business has to work for them too. Winner of numerous awards as voted by our team and clients, we believe that nobody works harder to innovate and evolve in our sector than we do. Now, more than ever, it's critical that the impact that we are making on the world is a positive one.

• The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work for 2025
• The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work for 2024
• All Agents 2023 winner of 48 staff sales and lettings awards in South East London
• The UK's Top 50 Best Small Companies to work for - 2023
• London's Top 50 Best Small Companies to work for - 2023
• All Agents 2022 winner of 49 staff sales and lettings awards in South East London
• Property's 5 Best Companies to Work for - 2022
• The UK's Top 50 Best Small Companies to work for - 2022
• London's 30 Best Small Companies to Work for – 2021
• Property's 5 Best Companies to Work for - 2021
• 75 Best Small Companies to Work for in London – 2020
• The Sunday Times 100 Best Small Companies to Work for – 2020

Further details:

Pedder Development Services

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: £28,750.00-£35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Company events
• Health & wellbeing programme

Application question(s):

• When are you looking to start a new role?
• Where will you be living upon commencement of employment?
• Do you have any prior relevant experience?
• Do you have a Property specific degree?

Education:

• Bachelor's (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person