City Development Manager Southampton is poised at a moment of opportunity: Southampton is well-positioned for economic growth thanks to its transport links, university, and young population. The city aims to attract investment, create jobs, and improve prosperity for its 250,000 residents. The Renaissance Vision is a plan to enhance the city centre's economy, with an important devolution deal expected in the coming months to form a new Combined Authority. This will promote regional growth, making Southampton a centre for maritime, defence, and technology innovation, using resources like universities, the port, and engineering heritage. About the team The main focus of the team is to create a positive environment for investment and development in the City and to secure competitive advantage for the City, its residents and businesses. The City Development Service is critical to delivery of major projects that benefit the local community and contribute to securing broader economic opportunities for the City About the role To play a significant role in developing an environment where Southampton is chosen over other cities as a place to work and reside. Successful design and implementation of a major property investments in the City in general and the City Centre in particular, to sustain and enhance Southampton’s position as a regional centre. To lead on a portfolio of major property development projects and to head-up inter-disciplinary (and sometimes cross-organisational) project teams charged with implementing them. For further information about this role please view the job description. About you: Degree level education with professional qualification (RICS) Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) Demonstrable experience in initiating and delivering complex property development and regeneration projects Proven experience of managing a project budgets and operating in accordance with financial policy and requirements Ability to produce high quality development briefs, and to support partners to generate development proposals that accord with the council’s development frameworks and aspirations. Ability to negotiate effectively; resolving conflict, securing commitment from stakeholders and funding for projects. W hat we can offer you : Here at SCC we have a range of different perks and benefits, a few examples can be found below. A generous local government pension scheme. Flexible working (role dependant). Up to 13 days of Flexi Leave. Hybrid working arrangements (role dependant). 25 days annual leave (pro rata), plus bank holidays. Online Benefits – salary sacrifice schemes, benefits and discounts. Great local transport links. Employee assistance programme with access to our health wellbeing and support. F or further information on our benefits package please visit : Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk) If you feel you have the necessary background, experience, and skills to undertake this role we would like to hear from you. Contact details for informal discussion: For further information and details regarding the City Development Manager role please contact Jenny Hyland at Jennifer.hyland@southampton.gov.uk. Recruitment contact details: Email: recruitment@southampton.gov.uk Tel: 023 8083 4033 For more information about SCC please visit Southampton City Council Follow us on social media for regular updates on our featured jobs and latest news. Facebook YouTube