Land Apprentice

Job Introduction

We have an exciting new apprenticeship here at Gleeson for those who are wanting to kick start their career in Land. Our Land Apprentice role is tailored for individuals who are looking for their first step into Land, within a National Housebuilder.

You will be supported and mentored by the Land Team, both in the office and out in the region. As Land Apprentice, you will support the Cumbria Land team to source and secure new land opportunities, Regional land strategy and Group land acquisition parameters to meet the Cumbria Region’s business plan, whilst building your skills through the Gleeson Apprenticeship programme.  

Main Responsibilities:

• To assist and support the land team in key areas that facilitate the sourcing and securing land such as  Reviewing ‘Local Plans’, Reviewing SHLAAs, Land Registry searches, contacting landowners and growing networks within the industry.
• Assist and support in the administration, preparation and presentation of comprehensive information packs 
• Support the production of presentations and information packages for use at internal meetings and public events/consultations and planning committees

The Ideal Candidate:

• GCSE Grade C/4 and above
• Excellent communication skills
• Team work and collaboration
• A genuine interest in buying land, property and the construction industry
• Numerical and literate
• Ability to manager multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively
• Able to work to tight deadlines
• IT literate especially in Excel and Word
• General administration and project management skills
• A UK Drivers licence and access to a car

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