_{18th May, 2026}

Land Acquisition Manager - Residential Developer
Essex
£70,000 - £75,000 + Package
 
Hill McGlynn is delighted to be partnering with a well-established residential developer with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality housing schemes across the South East. Due to continued growth and an expanding pipeline of developments, our client is now seeking an experienced Land Acquisition Manager to join their team based in Essex.
 
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven land professional with strong regional knowledge and an established network within the affordable housing sector.
 
The Role
Reporting directly to the Land Director, you will play a key role in identifying, securing, and progressing residential land opportunities across Essex and the surrounding areas. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with housing associations, landowners, agents, and local authorities to support the company's strategic growth plans.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Identify and appraise residential land opportunities across Essex
• Build and maintain strong relationships with housing associations, landowners, and agents
• Negotiate land acquisitions and partnership opportunities
• Conduct feasibility assessments and support due diligence processes
• Work closely with planning, technical, and commercial teams to assess site viability
• Monitor market activity and competitor movements within the region
• Present acquisition opportunities and recommendations to senior stakeholders

Requirements

• Proven experience in land acquisition within the residential development sector
• MUST have existing relationships with housing associations throughout Essex
• Strong understanding of the Essex residential property market
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially astute with the ability to assess development potential
• Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer

• Salary between £70,000 - £75,000
• Attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to join a growing and highly regarded residential developer
• Strong pipeline of projects and long-term career progression

If you are an experienced Land Acquisition professional looking for your next opportunity within a thriving residential developer, we would like to hear from you.
 
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Hill McGlynn for a confidential discussion.

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