Junior Land Buyer in City of London

Junior Land Buyer £30,000 starting salary | £40,000 upon permanent appointment | Significant bonus opportunity | January start Are you ambitious, commercially minded and looking to build a career in land acquisition and property? We're working with a growing property business that is looking to appoint Junior Land Buyers to join its land team. This is a fantastic entry-level opportunity for someone who wants to develop a long-term career in land, with full training provided and a clear pathway into a permanent position. The role will initially be offered on a 6-month fixed-term/temporary basis, with high performers having the opportunity to progress into a permanent position. The Opportunity As a Junior Land Buyer, you'll be responsible for researching and identifying potential development opportunities, with a particular focus on off-market land opportunities. You'll work closely with an experienced Land team, using mapping platforms, planning information and online data to investigate sites, understand constraints and identify opportunities that could support future development. No previous land, planning or mapping experience is required - full training will be provided. This would suit someone who is analytical, driven and commercially curious, and who wants to build a career in property and land acquisition. Key Responsibilities Research and identify potential off-market development sites. Investigate land and development opportunities using mapping, planning and online data sources. Review planning information and key site constraints. Assess the potential of sites and make clear, commercially focused recommendations. Prepare research and findings for presentation to the wider Land team. Maintain accurate site records, mapping information and pipeline data. Work towards agreed activity, performance and output targets. Develop knowledge of land acquisition, planning and the property development process.What We're Looking For This is an entry-level opportunity, so previous land or property experience isn't essential. We're looking for individuals who are: Ambitious and motivated to build a career in land acquisition. Commercially minded and naturally curious. Comfortable researching and analysing information. Highly organised with strong attention to detail. Confident using online research tools and Microsoft Office. Able to communicate findings clearly, both verbally and in writing. Target-driven and motivated by achieving measurable results. Keen to learn and develop within the property sector.A degree, qualification or educational background relating to property, planning, geography, real estate, surveying or a similar discipline would be advantageous, but isn't essential. Salary & Bonus Initial 6-month period: £30,000 basic salary Permanent appointment: £40,000 basic salary There is also a significant performance-related bonus structure: £500 advance bonus for each qualifying Stage 1A sign-off. £2,500 bonus for each sourced site that subsequently achieves detailed planning consent.The Stage 1A incentive is available from the outset and is designed to reward successful sourcing and progression of suitable development opportunities. Why Apply? Full training provided - no previous land experience required. Clear progression from Junior Land Buyer into a permanent land role. Opportunity to work alongside experienced land professionals. Exposure to the full development-site sourcing process. Strong earning potential through performance-related bonuses. A genuine opportunity to build a long-term career within land acquisition and property. January start date.If you're ambitious, commercially driven and want to get into land acquisition, this could be an excellent opportunity to start your career with a business that is actively investing in its land team. Send CV to (email address removed) (url removed)