Job Description
Clarion Housing Group is seeking a highly skilled Senior Development Finance Analyst to support its dynamic property development programme across the South region and strategic land portfolio. This is a key role within the Development Finance team, acting as a trusted finance business partner and providing critical financial insight to support decision-making across mixed-tenure schemes.
Location: Manchester, M2
Employer: Clarion Housing Group
Salary: £30.76 PAYE / £39.23 Umbrella
Contract: Temporary until July 2026
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the primary finance business partner for the South region’s property development projects, covering both private sale and affordable housing.
* Serve as the first point of contact for all finance-related matters within the regional development teams.
* Build strong, collaborative relationships between the Development and Finance Directorates.
* Lead on producing timely, accurate management reporting across your scheme portfolio.
* Represent finance at monthly scheme progress meetings, providing expert insight and challenge.
* Manage and respond to management accounting queries from regional stakeholders.
* Support the Regional Head of Development Finance with commercial reviews, investment appraisals, due diligence, deal structuring and drafting investment papers.
* Provide financial modelling and ad hoc investment analysis to support decision-making.
* Assess financial and commercial risks, conduct sensitivity and scenario modelling, and recommend mitigating actions.
* Monitor finance, tax, and control risks on schemes, ensuring these are effectively managed.
* Ensure governance standards and financial regulations are adhered to across the programme.
* Provide cross-regional support when required.
Experience & Requirements
* Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent).
* Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
* Advanced MS Excel capability.
* Proven experience in property development finance, including financial modelling for mixed-tenure schemes.
* Sound understanding of the UK residential real estate market; strategic land experience is advantageous.
* Demonstrated ability to deliver accurate management reporting to tight deadlines.
* Strong understanding of commercial and technical risks associated with development activity.
* Able to work autonomously, manage multiple priorities and engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationship