Land & Partnerships Graduate

We have a number of exciting opportunities for upcoming or recent graduates to join us as Land and Partnerships Graduate Trainees. This is a fantastic time to join us in these key roles in 2024 as we look to strengthen our land portfolio following on from a record financial performance in 2023.

Key areas of focus for the successful candidates will be;

• Assist and support with the identification of potential land and partnership opportunities, demonstrating knowledge and practical application
• Assist in the evaluation of potential new sites and scheme viability through site appraisals
• Develop an understanding and practical application of the bidding process and contribute where appropriate to the submission of bids and tenders
• Assist in the development of scheme proposals including liaison with other internal departments at region/group level
• Develop an understanding and the practical application of legal agreements and the negotiations process
• Assist and undertake Community Engagement and Investment initiatives e.g. Community events and educational programmes
• Develop an understanding and assist in building relationships with partner organisations and other Keepmoat companies to advance scheme progress and explore additional opportunities, e.g. Local Authorities

Skills, knowledge & experience

We are looking for graduates who embody our Keepmoat values; a creative and resilient individual who is open to change with strong innovation skills. They will be collaborative; effective in relationship building and stakeholder engagement with potential to build relationships effectively at all levels. They will take a straightforward approach and be able to use their initiative and financial commercial acumen in their work. They will be passionate about beginning their career in Land and Partnerships, with a real customer and team focus; motivated and enthusiastic about the land function.

We are open to applicants on a nationwide basis, however they should be willing to be based within a commutable distance of one of the following regional offices;

• East Midlands (Nottingham, NG10 5QG)
• South Midlands (Northampton, NN4 7YJ)
• North West (Liverpool, L24 8QR)
• Yorkshire East (Doncaster, DN4 5PL)

Education & qualifications

• Applicants must have as a minimum an undergraduate degree (or be anticipated to complete their undergraduate degree in Summer 2024) in a related subject (property/town or urban planning/real estate/law) with a 2:2 or above classification.
•  They must hold a full UK driving license and have the ability to travel to meet the demands of the role.

For more information and to apply, please contact us.