Land Director

Work as part of a fast paced, entrepreneurial team where decisions and deals can be made quickly and competitively.
Shanly Homes - the privately-owned, award-winning regional housebuilder - is looking for a Land Director to source and acquire land and development opportunities across Bucks, Berks and North London.
About the role
* Actively seek off market and directly sourced land opportunities which align with the company’s strategy.
* Conduct land appraisals in line with our robust system to determine the valuation of potential development land.
* Utilise your established relationships with local authorities, agents, landowners and other developers to keep up to date on current and future market opportunities.
* Successfully negotiate and manage offers for land in line with company budgets.
* Lead on the preparation of site profitability statements, putting together development programmes, sales market research and acquisition build budgets.
* Ensure the successful delivery of planning applications and decisions by liaising with the planning team and external consultants.
* Work collaboratively with the wider teams to enable a smooth transition once a site has been secured.
* Assist land team members with other major projects, providing sound advice and guidance.
Skills and experience
* Strong experience in sourcing and managing own land acquisition leads and negotiations within the residential property sector.
* Sound geographical knowledge of the area.
* A strong team motivator with the drive and tenacity to achieve goals.
* Demonstratable knowledge and application of current planning and government legislation.
* Adept, confident and credible individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment.
* A comprehensive network of contacts.
* Exceptional negotiating and influencing skills; a confident and professional networker.
* Innovative thinker with the ability to identify, consider and resolve issues.
What we offer in return
* Friendly, supportive team and a welcoming culture.
* Impressive, modern office space providing an enjoyable space to work from.
* Located in beautiful Beaconsfield Old Town, close to many cafés, restaurants and a Tesco Express.
* Easy to commute to with great road connections being just off the M40 and within a 10 minutes’ walk to Beaconsfield train station.
* A privately-owned business with all the benefits of a financially strong company that has stood the test of time.
* Competitive salary and car allowance.
* Discretionary land bonus scheme.
* Annual leave starting at 25 days to a max of 30 days.
* BUPA cover.
* Enhanced pension scheme through salary exchange.
* Free life assurance.
* Many wellbeing benefits; free onsite fitness and yoga classes, discounted gym membership, cycle to work scheme and access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
* Discount scheme with savings across a range of sectors including retail, travel, entertainment, etc.
* Social events throughout the year