Senior Land Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Land Manager to join our team within Vistry Bristol, at our Clifton office in Bristol. As our Senior Land Manager, you will be responsible for securing land opportunities that meet the company’s requirements and expansion plans. The role is largely self‑sufficient, and includes sourcing land opportunities and instructing consultants and the development team about the legal, planning, development and commercial constraints of any proposal.

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× your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits

• Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
• Minimum degree standard (relevant course) or suitable alternative experience
• Computer literate – proficient in Excel, Word and Power Point
• Professional manner commensurate with business development and promoting the company
• Highly literate – able to understand and interpret complex legal documentation
• Highly numerate – able to undertake residual valuations for land appraisals, comparable sales valuations and sensitivity analysis
• Demonstrable track record of buying land
• Good understanding of legal obligations
• Proven list of contacts in the area
• In‑depth knowledge of planning authorities
• Strong mathematics and IT ability
• Ability to assess and analyse information
• In‑depth understanding of budget management
• Excellent negotiation and networking skills
• Pragmatic approach to problem‑solving
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work under pressure
• High degree of accuracy
• Methodical approach to working practices
• Decisive and pragmatic problem‑solving approach
• Ability to influence and persuade others
• Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach
• Self‑starter capable of creating and maintaining momentum in projects
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it

• RTPI/RICS qualified or working towards a qualification

• Identify suitable land opportunities on and off the market, both immediate and longer‑term, for liaison with the Strategic Land department
• Present to landowners and agents on a formal and informal basis
• Negotiate legal agreements with Vistry lawyers and third parties
• Procure technical, legal and development information to instruct internal and external parties in preparing offers
• Prepare and submit land approval packs and obtain authority to acquire sites in line with company protocols
• Business development to promote Vistry in the residential and property development sector
• Manage the offer process and provide support to the Land Director and Managing Director
• Target approximately 20 sites per annum
• Acquisition of land in line with requirements and acquisition strategy agreed annually
• Develop and maintain regular contacts with land agents and owners within the area of operation
• Monitor land bank and Land Terrier to assess rent or land sale potential and prevent encroachment or unauthorised use

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 do our values of integrity, caring and quality. We shape 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, a UK top‑five house builder with a five‑star House Builders Federation 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.