About the CompanyOur client is a privately owned property business specialising in the sourcing, acquisition, and delivery of high-quality care home and later-living developments across England. With an established track record, significant capital backing, and an ambitious growth pipeline, they partner with leading operators, investors and professional teams to bring forward best-in-class care environments that support ageing communities.Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.They are now seeking a acquisition manager to lead land acquisition activity and drive projects from initial feasibility through to delivery.The RoleAs acquisition manager, you will take ownership of the full development lifecycle from identifying and securing land opportunities, to managing planning, due diligence, design, funding, and project delivery for new-build care homes and later-living schemes.Working directly with the Managing Director, you will play a key role in shaping development strategy, building the pipeline of new schemes, and forming relationships with landowners, agents, local authorities, operators, and professional consultants.Key ResponsibilitiesLead land sourcing and acquisition for new care home, retirement living, and senior-housing developments across EnglandManage pre-acquisition due diligence, feasibility studies, financial appraisals, and risk assessmentsNegotiate heads of terms, option agreements, promotion agreements, and JV structuresCoordinate planning strategy, including engagement with local authorities, statutory bodies, and stakeholdersOversee post-acquisition project management, design coordination, technical delivery, and professional team managementEstablish strong working relationships with operators, investors, and external delivery partnersPrepare business cases, development reports, and board-level investment papersMonitor programme, budget and quality from concept to handoverSupport strategic portfolio planning and future pipeline growthAbout youProven track record in care, retirement, senior living, or later-living property developmentStrong background in land acquisition, planning, and deal negotiationExperience taking schemes through pre- and post-acquisition development stagesTechnical understanding of planning policy, care sector requirements, building design, and operational considerations xjdpvnf Established network with land agents, operators, consultants, and local planning authoritiesCommercially astute with strong financial modelling and investment appraisal capabilityConfident leading professional teams and presenting to board levelWhat Were Looking ForA self-starter comfortable working in an entrepreneurial, privately owned organisationExcellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skillsAble to work autonomously and take full ownership of schemesAbility to travel regularly across EnglandPackageCompetitive base salaryAnnual performance bonusCar allowance / travel expensesPension & benefitsClear progression and long-term leadership opportunity
Job Title
Land Acquisition Manager