We are recruiting a Development Manager to support the delivery of development opportunities across a diverse land portfolio. This role will focus on progressing alternative uses on existing freehold sites – including renewables and small-scale residential while also helping identify and assess new land opportunities for the wider business.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a strong interest in land and development who is keen to build experience delivering projects, particularly on complex or challenging sites.

The Role

• Support the identification and delivery of development opportunities across a varied land portfolio.
• Progress alternative uses on existing freehold sites, including renewable energy and small-scale residential schemes.
• Assist in identifying and assessing new sites to support future business growth.
• Work with internal teams and external consultants to progress planning, development and land-related matters.
• Help manage key stages of the development process including site appraisals, planning support and stakeholder engagement.
• Contribute to resolving development challenges associated with operational or previously developed land.

• Background in estates, planning, land, agency or development.
• Experience or strong interest in land promotion, development or site acquisition.
• Professional accreditation with RICS or RTPI is beneficial but not essential.
• Commercial awareness and the ability to work across multiple projects.
• Motivated, proactive and keen to develop a career in land and development.

• Salary in the region of £40,000 – £50,000 depending on experience.
• Opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of development projects and progress professionally within a growing team.