Development Officer

Tristonenash are pleased to be working exclusively in partnership with Westward Housing Group on a number of key roles within their Development and Asset Management Directorates. This is an exciting period of growth for the organisation giving the opportunity for like-minded individuals to join them on this journey. We are looking for an experienced Development Officer to fill a newly created role within the team. You will support development schemes from early opportunity through to handover, working with colleagues and partners to help turn plans into good-quality, affordable homes. Key Duties will include: Carrying out appraisals on S106 & land lead scheme opportunities and preparing for submission to New Business Panel (NBP). Identifying development opportunities, Property purchase & land acquisition Preparation of planning applications, managing consultant workload. Progressing schemes into contract. Provision of information for colleagues in the delivery and sales teams. Management of defects rectification Organising and attending resident involvement events around the work of the Team and individual scheme proposals The ideal candidate will have: Experience of working for a housing provider within a variety of fields including development. Experience of Project Management and appraising new development opportunities Knowledge of Housing legislation Policy and practice. Knowledge of The regulatory and development funding systems used by Housing associations. Key skills in using Appraisal Software Tools, presentation and communication, negotiation and planning and organising skills. Experience in using PROVAL appraisal tool To apply, please submit your CV, or alternatively for more information, please contact James New on (phone number removed) or Danny Wring on (phone number removed)