Acquisitions Manager (or Senior Acquisitions Manager)

Overview

Source, structure and acquire land/development deals across South East property market

Key Responsibilities

• planning gain
• stakeholder relations
• land acquisition
• sector diversification
• due diligence
• acquisition strategy

Tasks

You’ll work closely with the company’s leadership team to shape acquisition strategy and drive the next phase of growth. -Operate under the trading licence model, focusing on planning gain rather than delivery -Build relationships with agents, landowners, developers, and local authorities -Identify, appraise, and acquire land and buildings with development potential across the South East -Support diversification into new sectors or deal types -Lead due diligence, planning assessments, and financial appraisals

Requirements

• planning system
• land acquisition
• strategic land
• commercial repurposing
• strong network
• entrepreneurial

What You Bring

Rather than a standard residential land-buying position, this is a chance to diversify and add value: you might have experience in strategic land, commercial or mixed-use assets, alternative residential (such as PBSA, BTR or co-living) or planning-led deals where gain is driven by consent, not construction. -Commercially astute and confident in assessing risk and opportunity -Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work autonomously -You bring a niche—perhaps in strategic land, commercial repurposing, alternative living, or mixed-use regeneration—and the contacts to back it up -Strong network of agents, landowners, and introducers -Hands-on understanding of the planning system (Local Plans, NPPF, etc.) -Proven track record in land acquisition, planning, or development across the South East

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Benefits

Join a company that can move fast, where your ideas will be heard, and your deals will actually happen. You’ll be part of a close-knit, loyal team with real momentum—led by a dynamic, design-minded founder who’s built an enviable portfolio by spotting potential others miss.

About Cobalt Recruitment

-Founded with a mission to connect exceptional talent with leading employers in the built environment. -Renowned for tailored recruitment services across construction, property, and energy. -A trusted partner for both candidates and clients with deep industry expertise. -Specializes in sectors such as construction, energy, engineering, and infrastructure, bringing high-caliber professionals to the table. -A consistent player in the recruitment space, helping shape successful projects across residential, commercial, and industrial domains. -Track record spans the successful delivery of projects from large-scale developments to niche, technical roles. -Knows their sector-specific needs and consistently matches candidates with the right opportunities.

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