Job Description

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