You're experienced, confident, collaborative - and not easily scared by words like "complex" or "multi-stakeholder environment."
You also bring:
* Background in housing development, public sector work, or similar roles
* Excellent communication and influencing skills
* A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
* Degree-level qualification (cape optional), Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.
At Dover District Council, housing development is more than bricks and mortar, it's about creating high-quality homes, strong communities and sustainable places to live.
We're seeking a Housing Development Manager to lead our affordable housing programme, managing a skilled development team and taking projects from opportunity through to delivery. You'll work at a strategic level, influence key stakeholders, and play a critical role in shaping the future of housing across the district.
What You'll Do
* Become the go‑to person for new housing development opportunities
* Lead a programme of exciting projects, from council‑led to housing company developments
* Drive forward new affordable housing solutions
* Keep our programmes running smoothly with accurate data, reporting, and a keen eye for detail
* Decode government policy changes
* Manage and motivate a talented development team
Benefits
* A competitive salary + allowances
* Local Government Pension Scheme membership
* Generous annual leave
* Free Benenden Healthcare
* Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
* Flexible and hybrid working options
* A workplace where your ideas matter and your impact is visible
Be Part of Something That Matters
Dover District Council is a forward‑thinking organisation committed to innovation, community impact, and meaningful change. If you're driven to deliver high‑quality homes and improve lives across our district-we want to hear from you.
This role requires a current full driving licence effective in the UK and use of a motor vehicle for business use.
Due to the nature of this role, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a Basic DBS check as well as a Baseline Personal Security Standard (BPSS) as part of their pre‑employment clearances.
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