Assistant Development Manager - London, SE16

Description

Reporting to the Development Manager, you will support day‑to‑day operations, maintain exceptional estate standards, ensure safe, clean, and welcoming environments, and deliver outstanding service to residents and visitors.

You will be responsible for building management, maintenance and repairs, resident services, and team leadership, coordinating contractors, handling budgets, and acting as the primary on‑site contact for communal issues.

• Conduct daily inspections of communal areas and identify health and safety risks
• Manage contractors and oversee planned maintenance and stock control
• Coordinate repairs, issue work orders, and follow up on emergency maintenance
• Handle front‑of‑house services, including parcel and key handling and resident licences
• Welcome new residents, manage move‑ins/outs, and maintain on‑site communications
• Lead cleaning and security teams, manage inductions, training, appraisals and records
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health and safety standards, and service charge budgets
• Provide clear, proactive communication to residents regarding repairs and communal issues

Requirements

The ideal candidate has proven experience in prestigious residential developments or comparable settings, strong leadership and contractor‑management abilities, and (desirable) financial management experience. Excellent time‑management, communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required, along with behaviours such as accountability, attention to detail, positivity and curiosity.

Eligibility to work in the UK and a good standard of education are essential. Joining us provides the chance to lead a respected development, work with a supportive team, and make a tangible difference to the community.

• Proven experience in high‑end residential developments or similar environments
• Strong leadership, contractor management and (desirable) financial management skills
• Exceptional time‑management, prioritisation, and verbal/written communication abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Demonstrates accountability, attention to detail, positivity and curiosity
• Eligible to work in the UK with a good standard of education

Benefits

We are seeking an Assistant Development Manager to oversee the smooth operation of a high‑end residential development in London (SE16). The role offers a salary of £40,000 and standard Monday‑to‑Friday hours (8 am‑5 pm).

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance