About the Role
Land Consultant | Essex | £30,000 Basic | £37,000-£40,000 OTE | Car + BenefitsThe BusinessOur client is one of Essex's most established and respected property groups, with over five decades of presence across the county. Operating a wide-ranging network of offices, they offer services spanning residential sales, lettings, surveying, financial services, commercial property, holiday lets, and a rapidly growing Land & New Homes division.Their Land & New Homes team has seen significant growth in recent years, capturing a strong share of the new homes market across Essex - and they're not slowing down.The RoleThis is a varied, hands-on position sitting at the heart of the land acquisition process. Reporting directly to the Land Director, you'll be involved at every stage - from identifying raw land opportunities through to the construction and eventual sale of new homes.It's a role with real scope to grow as the department expands, making it an excellent platform for someone looking to build a long-term career in land.Key responsibilities include:Conducting land reviews to identify viable opportunities, including research into demographics, infrastructure, and planning potentialMonitoring planning registers using LandInsight softwareUsing mapping tools to identify and assess potential new sitesArranging and attending site viewings and inspections, including photographyMeeting with landowners alongside the Land DirectorAttending developer networking events and building relationships with prospective clientsMaintaining and updating the internal database with sites of interestWhat They're Looking ForEssential:A solid understanding of the property marketStrong communication skills, both written and verbalCompetency across Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Well-organised with strong time managementSelf-motivated and proactive approach to workFull UK driving licenceDesirable:Prior experience in a land-focused role is a bonus, but not a barrier - the right attitude and property background will be consideredPackage & BenefitsBasic salary: £30,000OTE: £37,000-£40,000 (depending on experience)Company carPension contributionEnd of year profit shareStaff incentives and discountsBirthday day offEnhanced holiday entitlement linked to length of serviceStructured training, development, and genuine progression opportunitiesHoursMonday to Thursday, 8:30am-6:00pm | Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm Some flexibility may be required in line with business needs.Interested? Get in touch with the deverellsmith team to find out more.