Business Development Manager (Real Estate Development)

JDL Recruitment are thrilled to be partnered with a leading global industrial & logistics developer as they continue to expand their footprint and development pipeline across Spain and Catalonia.

We're seeking an experienced Business Development Manager (Land Acquisition & Development) to drive the sourcing, evaluation, and securing of strategic sites for industrial, logistics, and data centre developments. This role leads the full front-end cycle — from identifying land opportunities and initiating contact with landlords and brokers, through feasibility analysis, due diligence, permitting pathways, and commercial negotiation — ensuring a robust and high-quality pipeline that supports long-term regional growth.

This is a pivotal position within the development team, interfacing with internal and external stakeholders, local authorities, and potential customers. You will shape early-stage product strategy, influence design decisions, and support commercialisation efforts to maximise value creation on every project.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, assess, and secure land opportunities aligned with the company's strategic development plan.
• Serve as primary contact for landlords, owners, and brokers; lead feasibility assessments and prepare offers.
• Manage the full acquisition process, including due diligence, risk evaluation, and negotiation of purchase agreements.
• Support product definition and concept design to optimise value and ensure market fit for each site.
• Generate leads and expand networks with landlords, occupiers, municipalities, and wider industry players.
• Drive the full commercialisation cycle : lead generation, client proposals, profitability analysis, solution presentation, lease negotiations, and contract closing.
• Liaise with public authorities and agencies regarding zoning, permitting, planning, environmental matters, utilities, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor execution of urban development agreements and neighbouring contracts.
• Represent the business at stakeholder meetings to ensure strong communication flow, problem-solving, and coordinated decision-making.
• Provide regular updates and accurate reporting on acquisition progress and pipeline health.
• Conduct ongoing market research on competitors, occupier trends, and emerging development themes (e.g. multilevel logistics, data centres, SME parks, net-zero facilities).

Experience & Qualifications