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Development Officer

Development Officer

Black Country Housing GroupRowley Regis, England, United Kingdom
4 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description

Black Country Housing Group is a social business investing in people and communities. We are recruiting for a brand new permanent position, Development Officer . You will have experience of working in the development team within the social housing sector. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Homes England funding requirements and development systems. You will also ideally have intermediate building technical knowledge and experience. As part of this role you will be expected to visit development sites during the construction process using your own vehicle.

We pride ourselves in delivering the highest quality homes and services to our customers whilst achieving the best value for money to enable us to continue to re-invest in our thriving communities and valued colleagues. We aim to be an outstanding employer and offer a generous rewards and recognition package, with a learning culture that means we are committed to supporting our colleague development.

Key Responsibilities (not limited to) :

  • Support the Head of Development to deliver BCHG’s Development Programme from inception to completion.
  • Provide support during the development process including attending site meetings, handover and end of defects inspections.
  • Process all development invoices on BCHG’s finance software, EBIS.
  • Produce Development Appraisals on BCHG’s development appraisal software, Proval.
  • Provide administrative support to the Head of Development and keep internal records up to date including SharePoint.
  • Keep all development files up to date in line with Homes England requirements.
  • Set up monthly Development Liaison Meetings (DLM) meetings, produce the agenda, attend and take notes. Keep the DLM teams channel updated.
  • Draft press articles for approval. Take photos / produce images for LinkedIn and other social media outlets.
  • Attend Pre-Tenancy Workshops and sign-up meetings with prospective tenants.

In return for joining us, we can offer a range of benefits including :

  • 28 Days Annual leave per year (pro rata), plus bank holiday entitlements – so you can have a well-earned rest.
  • Hybrid Working Opportunities - helping you to work in the most effective way for you.
  • Staff recognition scheme – because hard work doesn’t go unnoticed.
  • 100% Annual Attendance Reward – to reward you for being there for our customers.
  • Annual Pay Review – ensuring your pay reflects what’s happening in the market.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free, confidential support in health, wellbeing, financial and legal matters – because sometimes, we all need a helping hand.
  • Life assurance – In case the worst should happen.
  • A broad learning and development programme – to help you be the best that you can be.
  • Access to an attractive contributory pension scheme – giving you peace of mind about life after work.

    • If this sounds of interest and you would like to play a part in what we do then this opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated BCHG team is for you.

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