Job Title: Land Buyer
Location: Great Blakenham, IP6
Salary + Car + Bonus
Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading UK housebuilder renowned for its consistent delivery of high-quality homes and exceptional customer satisfaction. This award-winning 5-star developer is seeking an ambitious and commercially focused Land Buyer to join their growing team based in Great Blakenham.
Why Join This Leading Developer?
This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to shape your career within a business that truly values ambition, initiative, and excellence. As a Land Buyer, you'll play a pivotal role in securing future development sites, with your contributions directly influencing the company's continued growth and success.
You'll benefit from:
Competitive salary with bonus structure
Life cover & contributory pension
A high-performing, 5-star rated housebuilder
Employee benefits platform - discounts, wellbeing support, and more
Strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and career developmentThe Role:
As a Land Buyer, you will take the lead on identifying and acquiring new land opportunities. You'll manage the acquisition process and collaborate with internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to a high standard. Your work will directly feed the business's development pipeline, providing vital opportunities for ongoing sales and expansion.
Key Responsibilities:
Identify, assess, and secure new land opportunities through detailed site searches and local market intelligence
Produce financial development appraisals and feasibility studies
Lead negotiations with agents and landowners
Prepare and present reports and recommendations for internal land acquisition approvals
Collaborate with planning, technical, and commercial teams throughout the acquisition lifecycle
Conduct regular market research to support land acquisition strategies
Maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, including local authorities and land agentsAbout You:
Proven experience in land buying within residential development
Understanding of planning and development processes
Commercially astute with the ability to appraise land opportunities
Strong report writing and presentation skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
IT proficient, particularly with Microsoft Office
Full UK driving licence
Relevant degree (real estate, planning, surveying, or related discipline preferred)Apply Today
If you're ready to take the next step in your land and property career with a top-tier UK developer, we want to hear from you.
To apply or find out more, contact Josh Jones at Penguin Recruitment:
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