Apprentice Land Buyer

3 weeks ago

Byfleet, United Kingdom Churchill Retirement Living Ltd Full time
Job Title:Apprentice Land BuyerLocation:Byfleet, SurreySalary:Starting salary of £10,159Apprentice duration:27 MonthsApprenticeship level:Advanced (A level)

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Apprenticeships at Churchill Retirement

Apprenticeships are in our DNA here at Churchill. We have a track record of developing our apprentices from A level equivalent qualifications all the way to degree education if that is the path you want to take. Many of our senior leaders started out their working lives as apprentices, including our Chairman and CEO.

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Why join an apprenticeship with Churchill Retirement?

We are a growing company and apprentices are an important part of our growth plans. We want to set you up for success, not only in your apprenticeship, but in your future career. So regardless of which apprenticeship you are taking with us, you can expect.

To gain a recognised qualification in the profession of your choice, all fully funded from your apprenticeship training provider.To join a network of other apprentices, in other departments across the business, to learn together and support one another.A day a week to focus on your qualification, attend lectures with your training provider, or spend time working on assignments or projects.A workplace mentor who supports you day to day, and helps you apply your learning and develop your skills in the workplace.Additional training from our Training Academy team to provide you with the skills you will need as you progress you career.A workplace buddy, who is an additional friendly face to support you, that has been through an apprenticeship programme with us, and knows, first hand, what it is like.A permanent role on successful completion of the apprenticeship

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About the role

It is exciting times here at Churchill Retirement Living and due toour bold growth plans we are recruiting for an Apprentice Land Buyer to jointhe Land team in our South East region based in Byfleet.

You will be an integral part of the regional landteam, gaining an understanding of the entire process of land acquisition andour requirements within your first few months.

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You will be responsible for researching towns andtaking a proactive approach to identifying suitable land opportunities from avariety of sources. Alongside the Land Buyers and Manager you will visit ourtarget towns, meet with Land Owners and Agents to explore the viability ofsites. You will also assist with site appraisals and valuations.

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Excitingly you have the opportunity to be involved inthe whole process and build your knowledge and understanding of LandAcquisitions, seeing your sites progress through the due diligence process tocontract exchange and legal completion.

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Whilst working with us we will fund you throughSurveying Technician apprenticeship. To help develop your knowledge ofconstruction and provide the skills you will need to set you up for success,this apprenticeship includes working experience in our Commercial, Design,Technical and Construction Departments.​

The hours of work are Monday to Thursday, 9am to5.30pm and Fridays are 9am to 5pm.

What Qualification do I get?

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will gain the following qualifications:​

Surveying Technician Level 3 apprenticeshipBTEC level 3 in Construction and the Built Environment

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What opportunities are there for progression?

Aftergaining your level 3 apprenticeship there is an opportunity to further yourstudies with an HNC or Degree apprenticeship in Real Estate Management.

Career progression paths would be to a Land Buyer,Land Manager then Land Director.

About you

This is a busy and varied support role. To be successful you will need:

Good communication skills and the ability to develop strong and positive working relationships with both colleagues and external suppliersExcellent time management and organisation skillsHigh standard of verbal and written EnglishSelf motivated, enthusiastic and reliable, with a strong work ethicHigh attention to detail and able to work with accuracyA basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookA willingness to learn and develop

​Upon joining the programme you will need the following qualifications:

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4/5) EssentialGCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4/5) EssentialGCSE or equivalent in Geography would be an advantage

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How you’ll be rewarded:

Starting Salary of £10,159Annual holiday entitlement - 24 days + Bank HolidaysGroup Personal Pension Plan Health ScreeningLife Assurance Day off on your birthdayGain industry recognised qualifications

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We have Excellent Colleague benefits including:

Ongoing investment into your personal developmentTraining Courses and Professional Memberships paidColleague well-being initiatives and ambassadorsPeer recognition programmeColleague referral bonusAccess to Employee Assistance programmeEyecare reimbursementLand introduction bonusFriends & family discount against the cost of a new Churchill apartmentCharitable match-funding programme for Colleagues wishing to raise money for their chosen charitiesFree Pizza on the last Friday of every month.

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​About Churchill

We’re a family-run, privately-owned business and we’re going places. We’re proud of what we do and the people we work with. We have ambitious growth plans for the future, now employing over 700 people and growing all the time.

We pride ourselves on building beautiful, quality, and purpose-built one and two bedroom apartments in desirable locations across the UK for those looking for an independent lifestyle in later life. Our developments are designed to take away all the hassle and fears that can be experienced by older people and provide security, peace of mind and independence.

We’ve won a host of awards; most recently we have been recognised by The Sunday Times as the 3rd Best Company to Work For and in 2016 we became the first ever retirement living specialist to have been named overall ‘Housebuilder of the Year’ by the WhatHouse? Awards

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Next steps

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply for this job.

Selection Process: July 2023

​Start Date: September 4th 2023

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Please note, your details will be shared with our partner Learning Skills Partnership to check eligibility for the programme.

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