Development Manager (Regeneration Projects)
Hybrid · South of UK (London offices) · £60,000–£80,000
igloo is the original sustainable developer. Established in 2002, igloo became the world’s first responsible real estate investment fund (as recognised by the UN) and became the UK’s first real estate B Corp in 2016. We are a wholly owned subsidiary of socially conscious investment fund manager, Thriving Investments, both part of the Places for People group.
Today, igloo continues to lead the way and push the boundaries of impact-led investment and development, delivering large-scale regeneration UK-wide, working with communities, investors and partners to create transformative places that set new standards for People, Place and Planet.
With new regeneration projects accelerating across the South of the UK, we are looking for a talented Development Manager to join our team.
About the Role
You’ll help deliver complex, design led regeneration projects from feasibility through to delivery and exit. Working closely with our Development Directors, you’ll lead technical, commercial and strategic aspects of schemes across the UK, ensuring they meet igloo’s values and Footprint® sustainability principles.
You will:
* Identify, appraise and develop new opportunities, preparing robust development and investment appraisals
* Manage due diligence, legal negotiations, planning activity and consultant appointments
* Support land assembly, procurement, design development and community engagement
* Guide projects through construction, lettings/disposals, marketing, funding compliance and exit
* Provide high quality reporting for Board and client approvals
* Champion sustainability, quality, and igloo’s Footprint® policy throughout every project
Geography:
This role will primarily support projects across the South of the UK but may contribute to wider UK schemes when required.
What we’re looking for
Essential experience includes:
* 2+ years’ experience working with a developer (residential, mixed use‑ or regeneration)
* Strong track record preparing development & viability appraisals
* Experience negotiating acquisitions, development agreements, lettings and/or disposals
* Confident management of procurement, consultants, site constraints and design processes
* Understanding of design as a driver of value in regeneration
* Strong interpersonal, communication and team leadership skills
* Experience delivering regeneration or mixed use schemes
* Understanding of sustainable development principles
* Proficiency in MS Office (strong Excel skills desirable)
* Argus experience desirable
We’re looking for someone who brings creativity, rigour and a genuine passion for place‑making and sustainability.
How to Apply
Please send the following as anonymised documents (no name, address or personal identifiers within the files):
* CV
* Cover letter
* Up to 5MB of project examples or portfolio material
Email your application to: before 13th April 2026.
Our Commitment
igloo is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences.
We are a Disability Confident employer: any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria will be offered an interview, and reasonable adjustments will be provided throughout the process.
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