Land Manager.
Housebuilding.
Greater Manchester.
Package to Attract the Best.
Cognisant Search are working with a national housebuilder focused on delivering affordable, high-quality homes in regenerating communities. They are currently recruiting for a Land Manager to support the Land Director securing new land opportunities and meeting the region’s future growth requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify and secure land for short to medium-term development through networks, leads, tenders, and off-market opportunities, using local and competitor knowledge.
Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, agents, and promoters to stay informed on market trends and opportunities.
Prepare and manage detailed land information packs to support land bids, including key data such as sales packs, demographics and pricing
Oversee new land acquisitions through to legal completion, coordinating between Group and Regional teams to ensure efficient delivery and strong collaboration.
What we’re looking for:
Strong experience in land acquisition, negotiation, and management.
Knowledge of legal and planning processes related to land buying and development.
Good awareness of planning policies, systems, and legal models for land transactions.
Experience managing planning applications, negotiating Section 106 agreements, and understanding affordable housing requirements
For a confidential discussion please contact:
Nick Bett, Consultant, Cognisant
07869 175519