Partner, Land & Development

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join a leading national real estate consultancy as a Partner to head up their growing Land & Development division in London. This is a high-profile leadership role offering the chance to shape the strategic direction of a successful, multi-disciplinary team and expand the company’s footprint across key sectors.

As Partner – Land & Development, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and managing a small, high-performing team of consultants with the scope and ambition for further growth.

• Overseeing projects and transactions across a range of asset classes, including residential, mixed-use, and purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA).

• Developing and delivering a strategic vision for the team, aligning with the wider business objectives.

• Driving client relationships and leading new business development, both by leveraging existing networks and building new partnerships.

• Providing senior-level consultancy advice to a diverse client base including developers, investors, landowners, and institutions.

• Working closely with other internal departments (e.g., planning, valuation, investment) to offer integrated, cross-functional solutions.

• Monitoring market trends and identifying new opportunities to expand the firm’s capabilities and market share in land and development consultancy.

• Ensuring commercial performance, profitability, and best practice standards are upheld across all projects.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior role within a real estate consultancy with a clear focus on land and development.

• Strong knowledge across relevant sectors, particularly residential, mixed-use, and PBSA.

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage people, and inspire professional growth.

• A strategic, commercially minded approach to consultancy, with the ability to contribute to broader business planning.

• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Professional MRICS qualification.

Opportunity:

• The opportunity to lead a key business line within a reputable national consultancy.

• A collaborative, entrepreneurial culture with the autonomy to grow and shape the team.

• Competitive salary and generous bonus/partner incentives.

• Long-term career potential with clear progression into firm-wide leadership roles.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply in confidence. If you're a driven, strategic leader ready to make an impact in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.