Senior Land Manager

Strategic Land Development Manager

• Annual Salary: up to -70,000 per annum
• Location: Warrington
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Working Hours: 37 Hours per Week

Join a leading Utilities company to shape the future of land where sustainability meets smart opportunity. As a Strategic Land Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in developing land-use strategies that maximise environmental, operational, social, and commercial value, ensuring sustainability and innovation in every initiative.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Strategic Land Planning & Policy Development:

  • Lead the development and implementation of the Land Strategy.
  • Produce strategic plans for diverse land uses including recreation, farming, and commercial development.
  • Ensure alignment with corporate priorities and regulatory requirements.

• Opportunity Identification & Strategic Analysis:

  • Identify and evaluate land opportunities across the estate.
  • Use data to inform decision-making and develop strategic frameworks.

• Programme Development & Business Case Creation:

  • Translate strategic ideas into structured programmes with clear financial models and delivery routes.
  • Develop comprehensive business cases for investment in land-based programmes.

• Governance & Cross-Business Collaboration:

  • Collaborate with various internal teams to establish governance pathways for land proposals.
  • Represent the land strategy in internal committees and steering groups.

• External Stakeholder Engagement & Influence:

  • Build relationships with key external stakeholders and represent the organisation in strategic discussions.
  • Stay informed on external policy and market trends to identify opportunities and risks.

• Research, Insight & Evidence Development:

  • Lead research into markets and new land use approaches.
  • Benchmark against leading organisations and produce strategic insights.

• Strategic Risk Management:

  • Identify and mitigate long-term risks related to land use and regulatory compliance.

• Supporting Delivery & Organisational Change:

  • Ensure strategies are practical and supportable by local operations.
  • Support culture change in land management practices.

• Maximising Strategic Commercial Opportunities:

  • Lead the assessment of commercial opportunities on land, including renewable energy and digital infrastructure.
  • Manage enquiries from developers strategically.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong background in land strategy, rural estate management, or environmental planning.
• Proven experience in developing strategic land programmes and business cases.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to interpret diverse data sets.
• Strong knowledge of land law, planning frameworks, and environmental regulation.

Benefits:

• Generous annual leave starting at 26 days, increasing with service, plus bank holidays.
• Competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution.
• Performance-related bonus scheme and recognition awards.
• Comprehensive healthcare plan and wellness benefits.

To apply for the Strategic Land Development Manager position, please submit your CV