Berrys At Berrys, we are all about land and property. Working from four offices across the Midlands, we offer an array of services - planning, architecture, building surveying, valuation and business consultancy - to help our clients make the most of their assets. You will be part of a multi-disciplinary development team made up of engineers, surveyors, archaeologists, planners and architects. You will be part of a business which is big enough for a varied range of work and opportunities. However, it is small enough to provide autonomy and a chance to really get to know everyone – expanding your skills and building new connections. A strategic requirement has arisen within the Commercial Agency team in the Towcester office for a Chartered Surveyor to grow Berrys commercial agency provision in the area. The ideal candidate will be RICS-qualifiedand possess a strong understanding of property valuation, asset management and landlord-tenant legislation, having had plentiful experience in working with a diverse portfolio of commercial properties including offices, retail units and industrial sites. The successful candidate would have a track record of growing teams, creating brand awareness and establishing strong networks and relationships. Operational Requirements - Head of Strategic Land: Act as the internal figurehead for our Strategic Land offer within the Towcester office and be the go-to source for technical and market expertise. Cover the Northamptonshire market and surrounding counties Lead the identification, appraisal, and securing of strategic land opportunities through promotion agreements, option agreements, JV structures, and freehold acquisition/disposal. Undertake development appraisals, land valuation, and high-level viability assessments to inform strategic decision-making. Work collaboratively with planners, architects, valuers and development specialists to deliver cohesive advice and coordinated strategies for clients. Provide expert guidance to landowners, from initial site appraisal through to the promotion, planning and disposal processes. Maintain a strong understanding of the evolving planning landscape, local plan reviews, call-for-sites and regional housing need. Support and mentor junior team members, helping them develop technical understanding of strategic land, planning policy and the development lifecycle. Demonstrate commercial awareness, understanding drivers of profitability, efficiency and team productivity. Strategic Requirements - Head of Strategic Land: Gain a deep understanding of Berrys' business model and multi-disciplinary service offering to promote a comprehensive development proposition to clients. Drive business development activity to expand our strategic land instructions across Northamptonshire and neighbouring counties. Build and maintain a strong network of landowners, promoters, developers, housebuilders, agents, and local authority contacts. Leverage existing relationships to enhance the pipeline of strategic land opportunities and cross-sell other Berrys services where appropriate. Review our current strategic land portfolio, identify strengths and weaknesses, and implement a diversification and growth plan. Monitor market trends, land values, planning policy and developer appetite, shaping Berrys' approach accordingly. Represent the company at industry events, maintaining a strong and positive presence within the regional land and development market. This is a senior hire and the person must be able to develop and sustain their own book of clients and portfolio of instructions. Person Specification - Head of Strategic Land: Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills. A passion for land, planning and development with a friendly, professional manner and strong client focus. Strong track record of advising landowners and managing strategic land instructions. Ability to set technical and commercial strategy for the strategic land team. Exceptional skills in land valuation, development appraisal and planning-led decision-making. Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capabilities. Strategic thinker with excellent attention to detail. Resilient under pressure, adaptable to change and able to prioritise competing demands. Commitment to innovation and continual improvement of service delivery. RICS-accredited qualification preferred (Rural, Planning & Development or Commercial routes considered). Confident using social media channels such as LinkedIn to support business development. Full, clean UK driving licence essential due to site visits and landowner meetings. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, to be worked flexibly Monday-Friday in line with our Agile Working Philosophy. Benefits - Head of Strategic Land: The role sits within a friendly and supportive team with opportunities to develop. We will offer an excellent salary for the right candidate reflective of your skills, qualifications and experience We will pay all the appropriate professional memberships and fund your attendance at relevant CPD events and time off for approved training We provide Private Healthcare scheme for all via BUPA We have an Employee Assistance Programme, including a health plan and annual flu jab We have an agile working philosophy allowing for a mix of remote and office working We provide an entitlement of 35 days holiday per annum (pro rata to working hours) inclusive of bank holidays An additional day off to celebrate your Birthday We give an additional day of holiday for every 3 years of service The is potential for discretionary bonus We provide an enhanced workplace pension scheme operated through the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) Following successful probation period, access to employee loan and employee discount on Berrys services We offer salary sacrifice schemes for Electric Vehicles and Cycle to Work schemes Closing Date: 25th March 2026 *Please note that we may close this role early, if sufficient applications are received, therefore it is recommended to apply early if you match the criteria.