Develop and invest

Senior Land Manager

Wates Developments currently have an opportunity for a Senior Land Manager to join the team covering the Midlands.Wates Developments holds a large and growing portfolio of potential residential development land and our team focuses on securing valuable planning consents in sustainable locations, in both town and country throughout Southern England. Our business invests in new land opportunities seeking to secure planning consent for residential schemes as well as investing in residential schemes through long-established joint ventures with leading UK house builders. Our team of land acquisition and property experts consistently delivers exceptional outcomes in the communities in which we work. We focus on securing the best residential developments in the best locations.As a Senior Land Manager you will: Identify, investigate, appraise, negotiate and secure interest in land or property. Undertake and target land searches of medium/long term development opportunities which fall in line with Wates Developments’ strategy and strategic investment profile. Negotiate and secure land investments on competitive terms. Lead in preparation and presentation of land Governance matters with the Land Director. Maintain a good list of agent contacts, representing Wates Developments in a professional capacity to high standards at all times. Demonstrate a clear strategy for new opportunities evaluating return on investments. Provide a handover of land interests to the Wates Developments Project Team and act as a liaison on land matters/valuations in support of site and planning promotions as may arise and work with team members in creating a project strategy. Manage the sale of assets (once consented) or the development/sale of land into joint venture vehicles with Wates Developments’ partners.We are looking for a qualified and experienced Senior Land Manager with a very good knowledge of commercial negotiation, town and country planning matters and of contract law; as well as a very good understanding of marketing analysis and Pro-map.To be successful in the role you will be an active networker with effective communication skills and the ability to identify the right opportunities which will provide return on investment.

Proposals Manager

We’re looking for a Proposals Manager to support our growing bid pipeline in London, with a particular emphasis on high-quality bid writing emphasis and bid coordination.The role of Proposals Manager will write persuasive, creative, compelling, and focused responses for bid opportunities including presentations and other quality related activities, ensuring our submissions are compelling, compliant, and aligned with Wates’ brand and values.As a Proposals Manager, you will: Work with the Senior Proposal Manager and wider team in development responses that are attractive, concise and bring out the benefits of our offer Facilitate quality question workshops and meetings with the wider bid team to share knowledge and develop a strategy to answer quality questions Manage and communicate relevant market and competitor data Check the quality and consistency of responses in terms of themes, messages, key phrases and key words Effectively liaise with key stakeholders across the business to ensure access to accurate and up-to-date company information on structure, accounts, safety stats etc. Produce Presentations, Brochures, Marketing Material to support pre/post bid work and business developmentWHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group) Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/