In a Nutshell…
We have a new opportunity for a Land Graduate to join our team within Vistry Housebuilding Thames Valley, at our Reading office. As a Land Graduate, you will work in an experienced team of Land and Development professionals in our Thames Valley office in Reading. You will initially assist our Senior Land Manager in securing land opportunities for the business and will be equipped with the expertise over time to work autonomously in a Land Buying role. This role presents excellent prospects for career progression in an exciting, dynamic and rewarding role within a highly successful and growing business.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you…
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Agile working arrangements possible for this role
28 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and the option to buy up to 5 days per annum
Private Healthcare
Company contributory pension scheme
Life assurance – 4 x your annual salary
Sharesave scheme
Cycle to work scheme – up to £3000
Support with a professional membership
Denplan, GymFlex and many more…In return, what we would like from you…
Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality
Enthusiastic about Property / Development and keen to gain knowledge to progress and thrive in the role
Ability to interpret, simplify and respond to complex documents and legislations
Computer literate and proficient in Excel
Demonstrate strong analytical and numerical skills
Excellent communicative skills, with the ability to engage and influence a variety of types of stakeholders
Ability to work as a team
Attention to detail, care and professionalism in one's work
Attend networking events to engage with land agents and land promoter
Occasionally attend seminars to keep abreast of latest property market news and planning changesDesirable –
RICS / RTPI accredited degree / working towards degree
Experience working in property / planning / agency would be advantageousMore about the Land Graduate role…
Gain understanding of the companies Land acquisition requirements
Identify and track suitable land opportunities from a variety of sources
Present land opportunities to the team
Undertake initial due diligence to inform bids
Procure legal, technical and development proposals from internal and external consultants to prepare bids
Assist with preparing acquisition board papers and packs for approval by the land executive board
Progress secured sites through due diligence process to contract exchange and legal completion
Assist the Planning Manager with all planning matters relating to the land, planning and development stages from site acquisition through to securing a planning permission and onwards to delivery including assisting with seeking approval for planning conditions and minor planning applicationsFinally, let's tell you about us…
Vistry Group came together at the start of 2020, bringing together the energy, talent and deep-rooted experience of Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Vistry Partnerships. With a wide range of skills, experience and backgrounds – we have come together to live our values of Integrity, Caring and Quality.
We are all about people, and it is our people, around 3000 of us, who have created a UK top-five housebuilder, with a five-star rating. We care about the wellbeing of our people and we value diversity and inclusion, seeking to create a supportive, dynamic environment where talented and dedicated people can develop their career.
Inclusion and diversity are paramount to us here at Vistry Group – we firmly believe that this culture nurtures stronger performances across the wider business. All of our applicants and employees are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of any protected characteristic/s. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process with us, then please do not hesitate to contact us – we will always be happy to help.
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