In a Nutshell
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Development to join our team within Vistry South London, at our Stratford office. As our Head of Development, you will support the Development Director to manage and oversee the Development Team to ensure overall legal requirements are met for a development. You will also support the Development Director to oversee the Development Team to ensure planning consent is secured and subsequently overall control of pre-start on site activities including ensuring following planning conditions are discharged either directly or via liaison with the Technical team.
We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.
Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you
Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
2 Volunteering days per annum
Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
Share save and share incentive schemes
Employee rewards portal with many more benefits
In return, what we would like from you
Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
HNC / NVQ Level 4 or above
Demonstrable track record of buying land
A good understanding of legal obligations
Detailed knowledge of the development process, building construction, legal and planning issues
Experience in financial appraisals
Experience of working with Housing Associations on partnership contracts to deliver S106 and additionality
Strong mathematic and IT ability
Ability to assess and analyse information
In depth understanding of budget management
Excellent negotiation and networking skills
A pragmatic approach to problem solving
Has the ability to identify and manage risk, gathering and considering all the facts, including factors not directly linked to immediate work but which may impact development and wider business
Ability to follow and lead change management programmes
Firm commitment to accountability, performance management, target setting and monitoring
Is a dynamic and inspirational leader, able to articulate a vision that creates excitement, enthusiasm and commitment from others
Excellent communication skills
Able to get buy-in from other departments
Able to work under pressure
Able to work with a high degree of accuracy
A methodical approach to working practices
Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving
Able to influence and persuade others
Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach
A self-starter capable of creating and maintaining momentum on projects
The ability to lead, support and develop staff and maintaining excellent services during periods of change.
Facilities the resolution of conflict between people so that an appropriate way forward is identified
The ability to promote a culture of innovation, joint working, employee involvement and positive problem solving across the department and BU
Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it
Desirable
Degree in Estate Management or equivalent
Professional Registration RICS or equivalent
Understanding of Joint Venture structures
Experience of consortium developments
In-depth knowledge of the planning process and strategic development
Experience of all stages of development including legal, design, planning related activities, and health and safety
More about the Head of Development role
Assist the Land / New Business department during the pre-development programme and in certain instances to lead on land acquisition or renegotiation of terms on existing projects.
Give advice to ensure all development issues are addressed in outline at the outset prior to conclusion of the purchase process and where appropriate coordination with the Technical team.
Ensuring the active involvement of the Development Team to facilitate early Handover of prospective Development sites from the Land / New Business Team to the full Project Team.
Settlement of the Construction Budget and programme, monitoring all Developments through a thorough review of development co-ordination checklists on a regular basis. Set realistic programmes to determine construction starts, sales opening and selling periods.
Management of the relevant Development Budgets and programme information in line with the Development Appraisal system at all times.
Liaison with the Legal department / appointed Solicitor / Technical department as required to ensure all relevant documentation is available at the requisite time including:
- Conveyance Plans
- Section 38 / 104 Agreements
- Open Space Agreements
- Service Wayleaves / Easements
- Freehold Transfer Contracts
Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us
We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.
Join us in making Vistry.
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