Chime Housing
Senior Development Manager
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Senior Development Manager
Watford
Salary: £65,000 – £75,000
Permanent, 37 hours per week
The Vacancy
We are recruiting a Senior Development Manager to join our Land & New Business team within the Development Directorate. This is an exciting opportunity to join a newly formed organisation with strong development ambitions.
Introduction to the role
At Chime Housing we provide vital services that help people to live better lives. Our Development Directorate plays a key role in delivering new, high-quality homes for rent and sale across our communities.
Role purpose
We’re looking for a motivated Senior Development Manager to take a leading role in the acquisition, feasibility and planning approval process for new build homes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business and contributing to the growth objectives of the Chime Housing business plan.
What’s the role?
Key Accountabilities:
- Exploring and securing new land opportunities (on and off market) in line with the agreed business plan.
- Leading negotiations on heads of terms, option agreements, conditional contracts, land agreements, purchase agreements, appointments and joint ventures.
- Maximising opportunities with partner developers, landowners, agents, local authorities and other stakeholders to secure new homes.
- Carry out feasibility and robust risk appraisals for all projects and to prepare financial models and reports for approvals as required.
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to progress schemes through the planning process.
- Develop, monitor and manage project budgets & cash flow and contribute to the service financial plans and the service budget as guided by the Director of Partnerships and New Business.
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What are we looking for?
Essential:
- A demonstrable experience in land and new business
- Confident using Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint
- Proficient in use of financial appraisal applications
- Positive and adaptable, with a willingness to learn
- Self-motivated, organised and reliable
- Full UK driving licence and access to a car
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Desirable:
- Relevant professional qualification e.g. RICS, CIH, CIoB and/or evidence of continuous professional development.
- Degree level education or equivalent through relevant training and/or experience.
What can we offer you?
- 28 days’ annual leave (pro rata)
- Employer pension contribution of up to 11%
- Development opportunities
- Comprehensive employee rewards scheme
How we work
We embrace agile working — blending time in our communities, shared spaces, and remote working. With digital technology at the heart of our approach, we empower teams and individuals to work flexibly.
How to apply
If this sounds like your next role, click ‘apply now’, tell us why you’ve got what it takes, and attach a copy of your current CV.
Closing date: 12th August 2026
Interviews: To be confirmed
(Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a large response.)
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