At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in land acquisition and planning processes while working on exciting projects.
- Company: Join Taylor Wimpey, one of the UK's leading housebuilders committed to quality and community.
- Benefits: Structured development pathway, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a vibrant Early Talent community and represent us at careers events.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in shaping communities and learn from industry experts.
- Qualifications: 2:1 degree or above in planning or surveying; full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 32000 £ per year.
Our Land & Planning team focuses on acquiring land with excellent potential for significant development. We provide a comprehensive overview of land operations and offer insights into various other departments, cultivating a thorough understanding of our business and the pivotal role of land as a valuable asset.
About Taylor Wimpey
Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK’s largest and most respected housebuilders. We’re committed to building high-quality homes and vibrant communities across the country. From inclusive working practices to award‑winning training, we’re proud to invest in our people and our future.
About the Trainee Scheme
As a Land and Planning Trainee, you’ll:
- Gain in-depth knowledge of land acquisition and planning processes
- Search for and procure new land opportunities
- Develop a wider understanding of house building and business operations
- Rotate across Business Units within your Division to maximise exposure to diverse land projects and processes
Hands-on experience includes:
- Land risk assessments
- Heads of Term, negotiations and agreements
- Legal instructions
- Applications and appeals
- Section 106/75 and planning negotiations
The programme
The Trainee Programme is a structured development pathway lasting between two and four years, depending on your entry level and progression. It combines on‑the‑job experience with formal training to build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to step into the Land and Planning role. Throughout the programme, you will:
- Complete a two-year professional skills course at our dedicated Training Hub in Solihull.
- Follow a structured development plan with clear milestones for salary progression.
- Take part in regular reviews with your line manager to track progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Gain exposure to other departments across Taylor Wimpey.
- Join the Early Talent community as a programme ambassador, representing Taylor Wimpey at careers fairs and school events.
- Have the opportunity to apply for the King’s Trust Million Makers programme.
Job requirements
- 2:1 degree or above in a RICS or RTPI accredited course in planning or surveying
- A Full UK Driving Licence or an ability to get to remote site locations independently.
- Willingness to travel between sites and around your business unit area.
- You must have a Full Right to Work in the UK.
- Willingness to move to a Business Unit within the Division for up to 6 months
- Ability to find innovative and creative solutions to solve problems.
Trainee Assistant Land & Planning Manager - Strategic Land (Midlands) in Warwick employer: Taylor Wimpey plc
Taylor Wimpey is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to developing talent within the Land & Planning sector. With a structured Trainee Programme that offers hands-on experience and professional training at our dedicated Training Hub in Solihull, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that prioritises growth and collaboration. Join us to be part of a leading housebuilder that values inclusivity and invests in your future, while contributing to the creation of vibrant communities across the Midlands.
