Head of land and new homes – Leeds NEW

Leeds, Yorkshire
Maitland Selwyn
Head of Land & New Homes

Senior Management Opportunity

Location: Leeds
Coverage: Leeds & surrounding areas (roaming role)
Salary: £50,000 basic + £500 pcm car allowance (£56,000 total)
OTE: £100,000
Contract: Full-time Senior Management
Reporting to: Managing Director

The Opportunity

An outstanding opportunity for an experienced Land & New Homes professional to lead, grow and shape a regional Land & New Homes function. This is a senior, highly visible role focused on land acquisition, new homes delivery, business development and team leadership.

Business Development & Networking (Primary Focus)

• Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, housebuilders, landowners, planning contacts and introducers.
• Proactively generate new land and development opportunities through networking, events and partnerships.
• Convert relationships into repeat instructions and new developer clients.
• Act as a visible, credible ambassador across the region.

Land & New Homes Delivery

• Identify and secure land and new development opportunities aligned with business strategy.
• Produce and/or oversee site and land appraisals and advise on go-to-market strategy.
• Oversee new home launches and ongoing sales performance, ensuring strong pricing, presentation and conversion.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to optimise results.

Leadership, Marketing & Collaboration

• Lead and develop the Land & New Homes team, setting clear standards and driving performance.
• Work with Marketing to build brand profile through content, launches, case studies and digital presence.
• Collaborate with wider teams to drive referrals and cross-selling opportunities.
• Provide regular pipeline, performance and governance reporting at senior level.

Experience & Requirements

Essential

• Proven track record in winning new business within land, development or new homes.
• Strong understanding of the end-to-end residential sales process.
• Solid knowledge of planning systems and the land/new homes market.
• Ability to create and assess land and site appraisals.
• Commercial, confident and credible with senior stakeholders.
• Full UK driving licence, own vehicle and business insurance.

Desirable

• NAEA Level 3 (Sale of Residential Property) or equivalent.

Apply / Enquire

For a confidential discussion, contact:

Ben Miller
Regional Manager – Yorkshire