Land Director — Central

Job Title: Area Land Director — Central
Location: Crewe, Cheshire (with national remit)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive – DOE

About the role:

Muller Property Group is a privately owned, successful property company with an established reputation for identifying and unlocking land opportunities for both residential, healthcare and commercial development. Known for its entrepreneurial drive and ability to deliver complex land promotions, Muller has created significant value across a broad portfolio of current and strategic land schemes.

As part of our continued expansion, we are looking to appoint an experienced Area Land Director to lead and grow our land operations across the CentralRegions of England . The ideal candidate will be both strategic and hands-on, capable of leading land acquisitions, and taking ownership of a substantial deal pipeline.

What you’ll be doing:

• Leading the land acquisition strategy for the CentralRegion, identifying new strategic and current opportunities.
• Personally sourcing, negotiating, and completing high-value land deals, maintaining a strong pipeline of opportunities.
• Building and maintaining trusted relationships with landowners, agents, promoters, and external stakeholders.
• Overseeing the entire lifecycle of land promotion from acquisition to planning submission and beyond.
• Conducting detailed appraisals of sites, including market, planning, legal, and technical due diligence.
• Working closely with the planning, technical, and legal teams to support development strategies and submissions.
• Ensuring the business maintains a forward-thinking approach to policy change, land value shifts, and housing demand trends.
• Representing the business in public forums, meetings, and committee sessions where required.
• Managing and mentoring land acquisition staff, setting targets and ensuring delivery across all active regions.
• Collaborating with the Group MD and senior leadership team to inform group strategy, performance tracking, and business growth initiatives.

What are are looking for?

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly experienced in land acquisition and promotion, with a proven track record of securing planning permission on a broad range of sites.
• A confident and strategic leader , able to drive the land function forward and lead by example.
• A strong negotiator , respected by landowners and professional advisors alike.
• Well-networked , with deep market knowledge and connections in the Centralregions.
• Commercially and technically astute , with a full understanding of the planning system, legal frameworks, and viability considerations.
• Self-motivated , with an entrepreneurial mindset and ability to spot value and opportunity in challenging environments.
• Team-oriented , capable of managing others while still delivering personal deals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Town Planning, Estate Management, Land Economics, or a related discipline.
• Background in land promotion, agency, development, or consultancy.
• Familiarity with complex land deals, including option, promotion, and hybrid agreements.
• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and overseeing planning-led developments.

Why Join Us?

• Join a profitable, privately owned business with significant financial resources and a proven track record.
• Take on a senior leadership role with direct influence over the future of the business.
• Opportunity for progression based on performance and delivery.
• Enjoy a high level of autonomy in a streamlined decision-making environment.
• Competitive and flexible remuneration package tailored to your skills and aspirations.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Attractive bonus scheme tied to successful land deals with adeal profit share
• 37.5-hour week – Full-time permanent role
• Early finish on Fridays
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension contributions and incentive package
• Free on-site parking at our office
• Long service awards including additional holidays

Muller is a privately-owned, family run company, and has a diverse portfolio covering residential, healthcare, office, leisure, employment, and retail property schemes. With 25 years of expertise in land promotion, planning, and development, we work collaboratively with local authorities, landowners, and end users to bring forward high-quality schemes that meet the evolving needs of local communities.

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