Senior Development Manager

Watford
Salary: £65,000 £75,000

Permanent, 37 hours per week

Our client is recruiting a Senior Development Manager to join their Land & New Business team within the Development Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed organisation with strong development ambitions.

They provide vital services that help people to live better lives. Their Development Directorate plays a key role in delivering new, high-quality homes for rent and sale across our communities.

Theyre looking for a motivated Senior Development Manager to take a leading role in the acquisition, feasibility and planning approval process for new build homes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business and contributing to the growth objectives of their business plan.

Key Accountabilities:

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• Exploring and securing new land opportunities (on and off market) in line with the agreed business plan.
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• Leading negotiations on heads of terms, option agreements, conditional contracts, land agreements, purchase agreements, appointments and joint ventures.
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• Maximising opportunities with partner developers, landowners, agents, local authorities and other stakeholders to secure new homes.
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• Carry out feasibility and robust risk appraisals for all projects and to prepare financial models and reports for approvals as required.
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• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to progress schemes through the planning process.
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• Develop, monitor and manage project budgets & cash flow and contribute to the service financial plans and the service budget as guided by the Director of Partnerships and New Business.
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Essential:

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• A demonstrable experience in land and new business
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• Confident using Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint
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• Proficient in use of financial appraisal applications
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• Positive and adaptable, with a willingness to learn
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• Self-motivated, organised and reliable
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• Full UK driving licence and access to a car
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Desirable:

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• Relevant professional qualification e.g. RICS, CIH, CIoB and/or evidence of continuous professional development.
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• Degree level education or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience.
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• 28 days annual leave (pro rata)
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• Employer pension contribution of up to 11%
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• Development opportunities
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• Comprehensive employee rewards scheme
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They embrace agile working blending time in their communities, shared spaces, and remote working. With digital technology at the heart of their approach, they empower teams and individuals to work flexibly.

If this sounds like your next role, click apply now, tell them why youve got what it takes, and attach a copy of your current CV.

Closing date: 12th August 2026
\n Interviews: To be confirmed

(Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response.)

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