Location: Chatham, Kent
Salary: Up to £70,000 plus performance related bonus (OTE year one £72,000-£82,000)
Closing date: Friday 6 March 2026
Medway Development Company Ltd is an independent company wholly owned by Medway Council to deliver high-quality private and affordable homes that support the regeneration of Medway while generating returns for the Council. Since launching operations in 2019, MDC has built strong momentum, with plans to deliver 700 new homes within five years and a growing development pipeline ahead.
The company is now seeking an ambitious Head of Lettings, Sales & Marketing to join the Senior Management Team, reporting to the Development Director. This is a key strategic leadership role with genuine potential to develop to Director level as the company grows.
The Role
You will lead and shape MDC's sales and marketing strategy, driving performance across private sale, private rented sector, shared ownership, resales, staircasing and First Time Buyer initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the overall sales and marketing function to maximise performance and income
* Setting KPIs and sales targets in collaboration with the Development Director
* Driving marketing strategy to support regeneration objectives and PRS growth
* Overseeing resales and staircasing to optimise revenue
* Contributing to scheme viability, pricing strategy and market positioning
* Managing financial reporting, forecasting and sales cashflow
* Building strong relationships with Homes England and key external partners
* Leading and developing a high-performing sales team
About You
You are an experienced, strategic sales leader with a strong track record in new-build residential development, housing association or private developer environments.
You will bring:
* Senior-level experience leading a high-profile sales function
* Strong commercial acumen and understanding of the development process
* Experience presenting to Boards and senior stakeholders
* The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Excellent communication, leadership and customer service skills
* A proactive, confident and collaborative approach
What We Offer
* £60,000 – £70,000 basic salary
* Performance-based bonus with realistic year one OTE of £72,000 – £83,000
* Permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week, 4 days office-based)
* Pension contributions equivalent to the Local Government Pension Scheme
* 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Ongoing training and development
* Clear opportunity to progress towards Director level responsibility
* The opportunity to play a pivotal role in the regeneration of Medway
If you are ready to take the lead in shaping MDCs sales and marketing future, we would love to hear from you.
For more details and to download a role profile please visit
Closing date 6 March 2026. Interviews will be held week commencing 16 March 2026.
* £60,000 – £70,000 basic salary
* Performance-based bonus with realistic year one OTE of £72,000 – £83,000
* Permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week, 4 days office-based)
* Pension contributions equivalent to the Local Government Pension Scheme
* 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Ongoing training and development
* Clear opportunity to progress towards Director level responsibility
* The opportunity to play a pivotal role in the regeneration of Medway