A leading UK housebuilder, creating high-quality homes and communities across the UK.
The Land & Planning Director develops, implements and manages the risk to the region’s land acquisition strategy, ensuring company budget requirements are met. You will build strong relationships with key stakeholders such as council chief executives, local communities, ward members and objectors. You will monitor land market activity, react to opportunities, and ensure the team understands the Taylor Wimpey Business Strategy.
As a proactive member of the local management team you will lead staff involved in land acquisition and contribute to the Board of Management. You will have a clear understanding of other departments’ roles and input into the local business strategy to drive future growth. You will also undertake any other duties as requested by the Managing Director.
Internal applicants should inform their line manager if they wish to apply for this role.
The role requires detailed knowledge of the land acquisition process, relevant legislation, and the geographical business area, including key contacts such as agents, vendors and planners. You must be able to critique development layouts for efficiency, enhance value, and conduct or advise on viability studies. Technical insight into issues feeding into viability is also essential.
Make a Home at Taylor Wimpey. At Taylor Wimpey, we don’t just build houses; we build futures—for the people who live in our homes and for our own people. When we bring our collective skills together, we create amazing outcomes for ourselves, each other, and our customers. Incredible opportunities are on your doorstep, and we want you to discover them all.
With 22 regional offices across the UK and operations in Spain, we bring our vision to life locally. Here you’ll be given the tools to develop your skills and the freedom to explore new avenues. Share your ideas, experience a no‑blame culture, and shape your work around your life.
We offer a range of standard benefits including excellent retail discounts, company‑funded life insurance, private healthcare and a quality pension scheme with company contributions. Additional perks comprise a discounted house purchase scheme, car leasing, share plans and flexible options such as buying extra annual leave or adding dependants to your cover. Our total reward package aligns with a welcoming community culture where everyone can feel at home.