Land and New Business Manager

Land and New Business Manager

Company:
Moat Homes Ltd

Salary: £56,090 to £70,450 per annum plus car allowance of £2411 (salary offered dependent on experience)

Hours:

35 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract:

Permanent

Location:

Dartford/Agile

Working pattern:
Hybrid - 2 days remote

We’re looking for a driven and commercially focused Land & New Business Manager to play a key role in delivering Moat’s ambitious growth strategy.

You will be responsible for identifying, appraising and securing new development opportunities across land-led schemes, development sites and Section 106 opportunities, ensuring they align with corporate objectives. Working closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including developers, house builders, funders and strategic partners, you will build and maintain strong relationships, negotiate commercial and contractual terms, assess development viability and risk, and represent Moat at external meetings.

You will also prepare and present detailed business cases and reports for approval by senior leadership, the Executive Team and Board committees.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of securing residential development opportunities and at least one year's experience in land acquisition or new business development. With strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills and the ability to influence and negotiate effectively, you will be confident managing multiple opportunities in a fast-paced environment. A good understanding of the planning process, Homes England and GLA funding requirements is essential, alongside the ability to develop successful partnerships and deliver results.

A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle are required. A professional qualification such as RICS and a thorough understanding of land-led development, planning and procurement routes would be advantageous but are not essential.

At Moat, we are more than just a housing association; we are a community focused organisation dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and the neighbourhoods we serve. With homes across London, Kent, Essex, and Sussex, we strive to provide quality housing and support to those who need it most.

• Own it:
  We take responsibility for our actions and decisions, ensuring that we deliver on our promises to our customers and communities.
• Better together:
  We believe in the power of collaboration. By working together with our colleagues, customers, and partners, we achieve greater outcomes and strengthen our communities.
• Lead by example:
  We strive to set high standards in everything we do. Our team members are role models who inspire others through their commitment to excellence and integrity.
• Be the change:
  We embrace innovation and are proactive in addressing challenges. We encourage our team to think creatively and drive positive change within the organisation and beyond.

Joining Moat means being part of a friendly team that cares about doing great work. We offer competitive salaries, generous time off, and many chances to grow personally and professionally. Our employees have given us great feedback, which is why we were named one of ‘The Sunday Times Best Places to Work’ in 2025.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Posting date: 12 Aug 2026

Closing date: 26 Aug 2026