Senior Development Manager

Overview

Lead major housing and regeneration projects, managing delivery and stakeholder relations.

Key Responsibilities

• project delivery
• scheme management
• procurement
• advisor coordination
• reporting
• stakeholder engagement

Tasks

The team plays a vital role in the strategic development of the Council’s Housing Revenue Account (HRA) portfolio, leading on borough-wide housing and regeneration projects and partnerships. You’ll take responsibility for managing key schemes — including Meridian Water Phases 1 & 2 — as part of the Council’s ambitious programme to deliver over 3,500 new affordable homes by 2029. -Manage communications and promotional activities to raise the profile of regeneration projects. -Lead the development and delivery of major housing projects, including Meridian Water Phases 1 & 2. -Oversee major regeneration projects with socio-economic outcomes that align with the Council’s strategic vision. -Build and maintain high-level relationships with key stakeholders — including Government departments, GLA, developers, and community partners. -Manage scheme development, procurement of delivery partners, and overall project delivery. -Commission and coordinate technical, legal, and commercial advisors to support project delivery. -Provide clear, evidence-based reporting and decision-making insights to Senior Officers and Members.

Requirements

• negotiation
• leadership
• commercial acumen
• analytical skills
• financial modeling
• people management

What You Bring

About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Development Manager to join a forward-thinking Housing Development Team in North London. 1–2 days per week in office/site -Experience negotiating development agreements and professional appointments. -Strong understanding of technical, legal, commercial, and socio-economic factors influencing major schemes. -Proven experience leading housing development or regeneration projects from inception to delivery. -Excellent commercial acumen, project reporting, and budget management capabilities. -Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills — able to convey complex information clearly. -Skilled in preparing business plans, appraisals, and financial models. -Experienced people manager and mentor, supporting junior team members’ growth.

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Benefits

£600 per day (Umbrella) 6-month placement

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