We are currently partnering with a forward-thinking local authority in the South West seeking an experienced Housing Development Officer to support the delivery of their ambitious affordable housing programme.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing team working on a range of residential and regeneration schemes, helping to address local housing needs and deliver lasting community impact.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the end-to-end delivery of housing development schemes from feasibility through to completion
- Assist with site identification, acquisition, and development appraisals
- Manage and coordinate external consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
- Contribute to and support planning applications, including S106 agreements
- Monitor project progress, ensuring delivery against budget, programme, and quality standards
- Work collaboratively with internal teams including housing, planning, and finance
- Ensure compliance with local authority and regulatory requirements
About You
- Proven experience working in a housing development / property development role
- Background within a local authority, housing association, or public sector environment
- Strong understanding of the housing development lifecycle
- Experience with planning processes and affordable housing delivery
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Desirable:
- Experience working on regeneration or mixed-use schemes
- Knowledge of grant funding / Homes England processes
- RICS, CIOB, or housing-related qualification
