Hill McGlynn Recruitment
Land Acquisition Manager
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Land Acquisition Manager - Residential Developer
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Essex
£70,000 - £75,000 + Package
Hill McGlynn is delighted to be partnering with a well-established residential developer with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality housing schemes across the South East. Due to continued growth and an expanding pipeline of developments, our client is now seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to join their team based in Essex.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven land professional with strong regional knowledge and an established network within the affordable housing sector.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Land Director, you will play a key role in identifying, securing, and progressing residential land opportunities across Essex and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with housing associations, landowners, agents, and local authorities to support the company's strategic growth plans.
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Key Responsibilities
Identify and appraise residential land opportunities across Essex
Build and maintain strong relationships with housing associations, landowners, and agents
Negotiate land acquisitions and partnership opportunities
Conduct feasibility assessments and support due diligence processes
Work closely with planning, technical, and commercial teams to assess site viability
Monitor market activity and competitor movements within the region
Present acquisition opportunities and recommendations to senior stakeholders Requirements
Proven experience in land acquisition within the residential development sector
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MUST have existing relationships with housing associations throughout Essex
Strong understanding of the Essex residential property market
Excellent negotiation xlqdzyr and stakeholder management skills
Commercially astute with the ability to assess development potential
Full UK driving licence What's on Offer
Salary between £70,000 - £75,000
Attractive benefits package
Opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded residential developer
Strong pipeline of projects and long-term career progression If you are an experienced Land Acquisition professional looking for your next opportunity within a thriving residential developer, we would like to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Hill McGlynn for a confidential discussion
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