Assistant Land Manager

Overview

Job Title: Assistant Land Manager
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £46,521 Per Annum, plus Car Allowance
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid
Location: Prospect Head Office, Liverpool

Application note: If you share our values and are excited about making a significant impact at Riverside, please attach a current CV and covering letter. Riverside recruits to potential, not just on skills and experience, so we encourage you to apply even if you don t meet all the essential criteria.

Sponsor information: We will not apply for sponsor ships;
Riverside Sponsorship licence will be surrendered. We are unable to apply for any further sponsor ships for both existing colleagues or candidates.

Role purpose: As an Assistant Land Manager, you will support the land team to identify, appraise, and secure residential development opportunities across the Northwest region. You will develop your career in land acquisition within a regional house builder, working with senior colleagues to deliver growth objectives. The role involves sourcing both mixed tenure and affordable-led housing schemes, aligned with the strategic objectives of Prospect and Riverside.

We are looking for someone with:

• Degree in Property, Planning, Real Estate, or related discipline.
• Previous experience in land acquisition, property development, or estate agency
• Strong understanding of UK planning system and development process.

Riverside is a housing association focused on revitalising neighbourhoods and supporting communities by providing homes. We have a portfolio of over 75,000 affordable residential and retirement homes across the UK, with work spanning homelessness services to social care, employment support to retirement living.

• Competitive pay & generous pension
• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available
• Investment in learning, personal development and technology
• A wide range of benefits

We are inclusive and value diversity in all its forms. We foster a workplace where all individuals are respected, empowered, and heard. Riverside is a Disability Confident Employer with a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants declaring a disability, and a separate Guaranteed Interview scheme for ethnically diverse applicants who meet minimum criteria.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to be considered.

• Land Identification & Acquisition
  • Assist in sourcing and securing land opportunities suitable for residential development.
  • Build and maintain relationships with landowners, agents, and stakeholders.
  • Support negotiations for immediate land purchases and longer-term option agreements.
• Site Appraisal & Due Diligence
  • Undertake initial site assessments, including planning policy reviews and market analysis.
  • Liaise with internal teams (planning, technical, commercial) to evaluate site viability.
  • Prepare reports and recommendations for land acquisition approvals.
• Planning & Development Support
  • Assist in preparing and submitting planning applications.
  • Monitor local authority planning activity and emerging policies.
  • Support the management of sites through the planning process, coordinating consultants.
• Market & Competitor Analysis
  • Research housing market trends and competitor activity in the region.
  • Provide insights to inform land strategy and pricing decisions.
  • Attend sector-relevant conferences and networking events and feedback to the Land team.
• Administration & Reporting
  • Maintain accurate records of land opportunities and progress.
  • Prepare presentations and reports for internal meetings and board approvals.
  • Present updates at weekly internal Land Meetings and prepare Minutes for circulation.
• Contractual and Legal Support
  • Support contractual negotiations of purchase agreements, s.106, CIL and RP contracts.
  • Commission and review title reports with external solicitors for new sites.
  • Prepare summaries of key contractual obligations and monitor adherence.
• Secure Affordable Housing Partners
  • Appraise and confirm the affordable housing requirements for new sites.
  • Tender initial offers from RPs to support new bids.
  • Lead the contractual negotiation of sale/purchase agreements with preferred partners.
• Quality Management Systems
  • Support the Head of Land to develop standardised quality management processes.
  • Champion the roll out of new systems through the business.
  • Engage with and support other departments to ensure clear audit trails are maintained.

Undertake any other duties deemed required by the Managing Director or Head of Land to ensure the effective operation of the business.

• The role will be exposed to sensitive information; maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Flexibility to work during hours of operation as required.
• Committed to equal opportunities and to promote non-discriminatory practices; follow the Riverside core values.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

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