Hafod
Development Manager( Land & New Business)

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Are you passionate about creating new affordable homes and building strong partnerships that make a lasting difference to communities? Then we would like to hear from you.
Make a difference every day as a Development Manager at Hafod
This is a permanent 36 hrs full time hybrid working position with the option to work 9 days every fortnight.
We're looking for a Development Manager (Land and New Business) to lead the identification, negotiation and acquisition of new affordable housing opportunities across South Wales.
This is a strategic role where you'll play a key part in delivering Hafod's growth ambitions by developing a sustainable pipeline of land-led developments, Section 106 opportunities, acquisitions, regeneration projects and partnership initiatives. Working closely with local authorities, Welsh Government, developers, landowners and consultants, you'll help shape the future of affordable housing delivery while ensuring opportunities are commercially viable, strategically aligned and capable of creating positive outcomes for communities.
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This role involves travelling independently across our operating areas and development sites as part of day-to-day duties.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead the identification and progression of land-led, Section 106, acquisition, regeneration and package development opportunities to support Hafod's growth ambitions.
- Negotiate with landowners, developers, agents and strategic partners to secure viable affordable housing opportunities.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, Welsh Government, developers, consultants and other key stakeholders.
- Lead feasibility studies, financial appraisals, funding applications and governance approvals to ensure opportunities are commercially robust.
- Provide leadership and support to Project Managers, promoting high performance, innovation and continuous improvement within the development team.


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