Senior Development Manager

Senior Development Manager – Housing Development
North London
£600 per day (Umbrella)
6-month placement
1–2 days per week in office/site

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.
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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of major housing projects, including Meridian Water Phases 1 & 2.
• Manage scheme development, procurement of delivery partners, and overall project delivery.
• 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.
• Commission and coordinate technical, legal, and commercial advisors to support project delivery.
• Manage communications and promotional activities to raise the profile of regeneration projects.
• Provide clear, evidence-based reporting and decision-making insights to Senior Officers and Members.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience leading housing development or regeneration projects from inception to delivery.
• Strong understanding of technical, legal, commercial, and socio-economic factors influencing major schemes.
• Skilled in preparing business plans, appraisals, and financial models.
• Experience negotiating development agreements and professional appointments.
• Excellent commercial acumen, project reporting, and budget management capabilities.
• Strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills — able to convey complex information clearly.
• Experienced people manager and mentor, supporting junior team members’ growth.
• Organised, proactive, and a natural self-starter.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications are monitored and shortlisted candidates will be contacted via phone call or email.