Senior Land Manager

Greater Manchester (North West travel required)

c£70-80,000 + 50-100% Bonus

About the Company

A growing housebuilder / residential developer delivering high-quality homes across Greater Manchester and the North West.

The business operates a margin-first model, focusing on disciplined site selection, buyer-led design, and full in-house delivery. With ambitious growth plans, the company is scaling its pipeline of 60–80 unit developments in strong suburban locations.

The Role

This is a key, foundational hire responsible for building and converting a pipeline of land opportunities.

You will lead the acquisition process end-to-end—from sourcing and appraisal through to negotiation and exchange—playing a critical role in driving the company’s growth.

Clear progression to Land Director.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and secure land opportunities aligned with acquisition criteria
• Build and manage a strong pipeline across the North West
• Undertake detailed financial appraisals (RLV, IRR, sensitivities)
• Negotiate and deliver deals through to exchange
• Develop relationships with agents, landowners, and introducers
• Monitor market activity, planning policy, and emerging opportunities
• Present clear, commercially sound recommendations to senior leadership

About You

• Proven track record in residential land acquisition
• Strong appraisal and commercial analysis skills
• Established network in the North West land market
• Confident negotiator with disciplined deal judgement
• Good understanding of planning and development risk
• Clear communicator, comfortable engaging senior stakeholders

For more information and a confidential chat please call Simon Chevis on 0161 607 5087 or schevis@macdonaldandcompany.com