Homes England
Partnership & Business Development Manager
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Bristol, South West England
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BS1 6EH
Job Summary
Working in the south regional team, the Partnership and Business Development Manager will play a critical role working with key stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to support the creation of a strong pipeline of investable projects.
Drawing on experience of working with housing pipeline data, coordinating programmes of work, and supporting funding approvals, you will help to drive forward Homes England’s mission in the West of England and Gloucestershire area.
You will be joining a highly experienced and friendly team who are committed to making a positive difference by unlocking land, investment, and delivery to create new homes and thriving communities.
About the Role
The team is focused on building strong, effective partnerships and taking an innovative and proactive approach to overcoming barriers in development. We work closely with:
- Local authorities
- Developers
- Investors
- Other stakeholders
Coordination of activities across projects and programmes includes:
- Structured engagement through multi-functional teams
- Steering groups
- Programme planning
This is a great opportunity to shape the future of housing delivery in Homes England, a national organisation with a clear social purpose.
Key Responsibilities
The role will support the design and delivery of key strategic and complex projects, balancing: ✅ Day-to-day delivery for instance:
- Securing funding approvals
- Maintaining programme plans
- Tracking risks and dependencies
✅ Longer-term strategies, including:
- Pipeline development
- Innovative approaches to development
The internal job title for this role is Manager – Projects.
Person Specification
Required Attributes
You’ll be comfortable working on complex development opportunities, applying strong project management skills to support partners and colleagues. Key criteria include:
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Ability to navigate challenges and unlock delivery, even in situations with conflicting priorities, viability issues, or infrastructure constraints.
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Confidence in building and managing relationships with various stakeholders including:
- Local authorities
- Private-sector developers
- Investors
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Inherent ability to influence and negotiate favourable outcomes.
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Commercial awareness with:
- Experience working with funding and budgets
- Understanding of housing delivery, regeneration, or related sectors.
Mindset and Soft Skills
This is a role demanding:
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Resilience to engage with senior stakeholders to address and mitigate challenges across multiple workstreams.
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Ability to lead diverse workstreams, highlighting a strong understanding of both commercial and operational challenges within the business.
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Collaboration and inclusiveness:
- Appreciation for different perspectives whilst actively contributing in an inclusive, supportive work environment.
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Commitment to continuous improvement:
- Building innovative solutions through enhancing data, processes, and partnerships, leading to better outcomes.
Benefits
Homes England offers excellent working conditions alongside competitive benefits:
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33 days annual leave (in addition to 8 statutory bank holidays).
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Flexible working arrangements encouraging a healthy work/life balance, including:
- Part-time, job-share, and compressed hours.
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Health and wellbeing support:
- Health screening via Nuffield Health Clinics.
- Free confidential Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to Occupational Health.
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Professional Development:
- Paid membership subscription for one job-related professional organisation annually.
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Full range of family-friendly benefits:
- Maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
Application Notes & Important Details
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Selection Process
To apply, follow the steps on Homes England’s [careers page](opens in a new window).
All successful candidates will undergo:
- Pre-employment security clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
A matched recruitment check will also ensure compliance with HM Government Baseline Personnel Security Standard
Diversity, Inclusion & Equal Opportunities
Homes England is committed to equal opportunity employment:
- We are an equal opportunities employer that embraces diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace.
- The focus on equality aligns with our mission to accommodate and retain talent from every demographic.
For more information on eligibility, nationality requirements, and the expected cultural experience at Homes England:
- Refer to: [Disability Confident Scheme)](opens in a new window) — guarantees interviews for disabled candidates meeting the minimum requirements.
- For deeper insights into the Civil Service approach: Civil Service People Plan and [Diversity and Inclusion Strategy](opens in new window).
Additional Guidance
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✉️ Contact for Applicants Name: Recruitment Team Email: Recruitmentinfo@homesengland.gov.uk
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