Land Manager in Sheffield

Land Manager in Sheffield

Sheffield Full-Time No working from home possible
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Muller Property Group is a dynamic, privately owned property business with a successful track record in both residential and commercial property. Known for its entrepreneurial approach, the Group specialises in identifying, securing, and promoting both current and strategic land opportunities—realising the full planning and development potential of each site.
As part of our continued expansion, we are seeking experienced Land Managers to support our growth across the North West, Yorkshire, Midlands, and Southern regions . This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of land acquisition activity in your area, with fast decision-making processes and strong internal support.
What you’ll be doing: Identifying and securing strategic and immediate land opportunities suitable for residential, care or mixed-use development.
Conducting detailed site assessments and due diligence including planning potential, policy context, and development viability.
Building and maintaining a strong network of local agents, landowners, planning consultants, and professional contacts.
Sourcing off-market land opportunities and developing routes to acquisition.
Leading negotiations and securing land deals via option agreements, promotion agreements, or unconditional purchases.
Working closely with internal planning, technical, and legal teams to progress opportunities through acquisition and promotion.
Preparing and presenting detailed acquisition reports to senior leadership for review and sign-off.
Overseeing the transaction process through to legal completion, with responsibility for managing key stakeholders throughout.
Attending local authority meetings, networking events, and planning committee sessions as required.
What are we looking for? We’re looking for someone who is:
Experienced in land acquisition, with a successful track record of identifying and securing residential, care, or strategic land opportunities.
A confident negotiator , with excellent interpersonal and communication skills to manage diverse stakeholders.
Well-networked , ideally with strong local knowledge and contacts in your target region.
Entrepreneurial and resourceful , with the ability to spot value where others don’t.
Self-driven , able to operate independently while contributing to wider team objectives.
Strategic in thinking , but commercially grounded with an eye on value and deliverability.
Preferred Qualifications: Background in land acquisition, planning, property, or related disciplines.
Familiarity with UK planning policies, development viability, and legal structures for land deals.
Experience working with landowners, agents, and local planning authorities.
Why Join Us? Be part of a profitable and ambitious property business with a strong reputation in land promotion.
Operate in a streamlined environment with fast decision-making and direct access to leadership.
Work with significant backing and funding available for new land investments.
Opportunity for progression based on performance and delivery.
What We Offer: Competitive salary based on experience
Attractive bonus
37.5-hour week – Full-time permanent role
Early finish on Fridays
25 days holiday +
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Contact Details:

Muller Property Group Recruitment Team