In a Nutshell…
We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Land Manager to join our team within Vistry Merseyside & Cheshire West, at our Warrington office. As our Assistant Land Manager, you will support the identification, assessment, and acquisition of residential development opportunities across the Merseyside, Cheshire West and the Lancashire area. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in land and planning within the partnership housebuilding sector.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…
In return, what we would like from you…
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
A genuine interest in land acquisition and residential development
Educated to degree level (or working towards) in a relevant discipline such as Real Estate, Planning, Surveying, or similar
Strong analytical and numerical skills
Confident communication and interpersonal skills
Organised, proactive, and keen to learn
Full UK driving licence
Previous experience either from a Land Agency or Developer background
Ability to identify viable land development opportunities both on and off market for delivery in the short to medium term
Build a short- and medium-term pipeline landbank based on strong margin and advantageous deal structure and cashflows
Maintain and expand the Division's key contact base, e.g. land agents, landowners, local authorities
Technical ability and good understanding of the planning process
Some experience in housebuilding, property, planning, surveying, or a related field (graduate or trainee experience welcomed)
More about the Assistant Land Manager role…
Assist in identifying and assessing potential residential development sites
Support with initial site appraisals, feasibility studies, and financial assessments
Undertake market research and planning policy reviews
Liaise with landowners, agents, planners, and internal departments
Help prepare reports, presentations, and approval papers for senior management
Maintain land databases and monitor land opportunities within the region
Support negotiations and the acquisition process where appropriate
Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us…
We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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