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Development Manager

HUBBUB UK

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Location – Hybrid/Central London  

Contract – Full-time (35 hours p/w) permanent contract. Open to 4-days (28 hours p/w). 

Salary - £42,640 per annum 

Reporting to – Head of Trusts & Foundations  

Deadline – Sunday 2nd November 2025  

Interviews:  

  • First interviews w.c. 24th November in person at our Central London office, with a short task. 

  • Second interviews w.c. 2nd December in person at our Central London office. 

Application Guide  

Here’s a short guide to make the application process easier. You don't need to read this entire guide to apply . Feel free to skim or skip to the sections that interest you. It's just here to help, if you need it.  

Who we are  

Hello, we’re Hubbub. We’re an environmental charity making sustainability second nature. We work with organisations who know they can’t afford to stand still on sustainability and believe in the potential for creative ideas to make a difference. We help our partners to: 

  • Design and deliver behaviour change programmes with measurable results 
  • Get cut-through on their campaigns, with award-winning design and communications  
  • Create strong community partnerships that drive local change and build brand trust 
  • Nurture a culture of sustainability through employee engagement  
  • Measure and communicate the impact of their sustainability work, so they can share their progress with confidence 

Our Values  

  • Give a damn about the environment: it’s authentically at the heart of everything we do because we’re committed to taking action on climate change and the environment. We care about the difference we make and are honest about our impact. 
  • Curious: have an interest in people, places, trends, politics and the world we live in. Asks questions, seeks knowledge and has self direction to discover the answers. We have an eye for detail and intuition to see opportunities. Always explores new ways to engage wider communities meaningfully. 
  • Entrepreneurial: leads the way. Embraces flexibility to achieve our charitable purpose. Nimble and brave enough to take risks to experiment without fear. Proud of independent spirit. Takes initiative and responsibility. 
  • Creative: Re-imagines everything and enables people to see things differently. Trusts intuition and brings magic to everyday. Continually challenges the way things are. 
  • Playful: positive and playful to connect people, catch imaginations and make people smile, because the world is serious enough. 
  • For Everyone: Creating ways to include everyone in climate action, breaking down barriers and making it worthwhile too. It’s built into who we are and everything we do. 

The Role  

Hubbub is looking for a motivated fundraiser to join a thriving development team at an exciting and pivotal moment in our charity’s growth. With significant expansion in our Trusts & Foundations income over the past 18 months, we are now poised to build on this success and strengthen our philanthropic partnerships.  

As Development Manager you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our Trusts & Foundations programme by cultivating new relationships and securing substantial funding from trusts, foundations, and statutory bodies. In addition, you will also play a key role in advancing our income generation from businesses and contribute to the development of our events and funder communications.  

This is your chance to leverage your creativity, passion, and expertise to forge impactful partnerships that drive meaningful environmental change on a large scale!  

Your role will include:    

  • Securing funding for diverse aspects of our work against Hubbub’s annual fundraising target, from core costs to specific roles, to scaling successful projects.   
  • Contributing to the growth of the Trusts fundraising pipeline, nurturing new relationships with both solicited and unsolicited prospects, and supporting colleagues to do the same.   
  • Working closely with Project Leads and Directors to deliver engaging and persuasive trusts and statutory proposals that expertly match funding criteria to Hubbub’s projects and priorities.    
  • Identifying external networking opportunities for yourself and the wider team to increase our visibility amongst potential funders and build new relationships.  
  • Undertaking regular prospect research to identify new Trusts that align with Hubbub’s strategy, focus areas and projects  
  • Strengthening existing Trusts relationships by showcasing our impact through timely reporting, and delivering donor stewardship to high standards.  
  • Updating our funder database (Pipedrive ), with relevant funder information in a timely manner.   
  • Keeping up with environmental and philanthropic developments and trends so you can join the dots between the urgent environmental challenges that we face, the sustainability ambitions of funders and our own strategic objectives.  
  • You will also be expected to join in-person funder meetings whenever required, likely in and around London.   

You will also support:   

  • The wider team to secure income from businesses. This will involve developing introduction decks, employee engagement offerings, client proposals and more.  
  • Hubbub events by contributing to ideas, compiling invitee lists, and drafting invitations.  
  • A variety of other activities that will support our income generation when required.  

Who you are  

  • You’re motivated and ambitious, with a tenacity to work towards targets. You will likely have contributed to and secured 5-6 figure grants from Trusts and statutory bodies. You’re open to taking risks and learning from failure. 
  • You’re an excellent bid writer and enjoy converting complex projects into winning proposals with funders’ motivations and criteria in mind.  
  •  Your relationship building skills are top-notch, both virtual and IRL. You’re confident developing new funder relationships from scratch, whilst nurturing existing ones. You enjoy getting away from your desk and finding opportunities to network. 
  • You have a deep understanding of how trusts and foundations work and are open to sharing your knowledge with colleagues.  
  • You’re collaborative and able to work across all levels of an organisation, managing up and down when needed, to produce high quality bids on time and on budget. 
  • You’ll enjoy researching and prioritising new Trusts funders to approach. 
  •  It would be a bonus if you have experience fundraising from businesses and/or high net worth individuals, plus utilising a CRM system to not just track deals but identify useful insights. 

Regardless of your experience, alignment with Hubbub's values is essential.   

Hubbub’s success and distinctiveness rests on the quality of our people. At every stage of their career, a Hubbuber is:  

  • Intellectually and politically curious and engaged.  
  • Proud of the work they do.  
  • Upbeat, motivated by challenges, and tenacious in solving them.  
  • Creative, innovative and playful.  
  • Team players, sharing success and solving issues and challenges collaboratively.  
  • Organised, dedicated and conscientious, with fantastic attention to detail.  
  • Flexible, willing and able to respond to constant change and challenge.  
  • Committed to communicating in a way that is compelling, clear, accurate and accessible.  

If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified, and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you! 

Hubbub is committed to creating a workplace where anyone and everyone can thrive.   

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and would particularly  

like to encourage applications from the following groups who are currently  

underrepresented in the environmental sector and our team:  

  • people who are working class or from a working-class background   
  • people of colour or racially/ethnically minoritised groups.  

The Package  

  • Flexible working – We trust our team to do a good job and be committed, and how they do that is up to them! We’re currently asking the team to come to our wonderful Somerset House office one-day per week. Our core hours are 10am-4pm, but we are flexible to suit people’s needs. Flexible working also includes any reasonable adjustments required to enable each person at Hubbub to work to the best of their abilities.   
  • Wellbeing – Our team’s wellbeing is crucial and we take a holistic approach, aiming to provide clarity of expectations, achievable workloads and a psychologically safe working environment where anyone can thrive. Our residency at Somerset House allows us access to free counselling sessions for all of Hubbub staff.  
  • Training and Development – We're committed to the development of our team. We have an agile goal setting process with clear lines for progression. We offer ongoing professional development through coaching and a generous training budget. 
  • Away Days & Socials – We all get together at least twice a year for Away Days, with activities ranging from a fun overnight stay at an eco-resort in the English countryside to kayaking on Camden Canal. We also run regular socials arranged by the team including repair workshops and film nights to scavenger hunts and wild swimming.  
  • Holiday - 25 days per year, plus bank holidays. Our office also closes for around 2 weeks at Christmas which is additional to annual leave, and if you hang around for 5 years, we offer an additional 4-week paid sabbatical.  
  • Pension - 5% employer pension contribution, with an ethical pension provider.  
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Development Manager

London, London £75000 - £85000 Annually Aldwych Consulting

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Development Manager - High-Quality Hotels & PBSA
Central London (Office/Site Based, 5 Days a Week)
Salary: Up to 85,000 + Package + Excellent Performance-Based Bonus

Are you ready to shape some of London and the UK's most exciting hotel and PBSA developments?
We are working with a family-owned business renowned for creating high-quality, design-led spaces that put customer experience and well-being at the heart of every project. With a growing portfolio and ambitious pipeline, they are now seeking an experienced Development Manager to take the lead on some large projects across the country.

This is a rare opportunity to join a company where you can make a real impact, manage the full development cycle, and see your work come to life in unique, high-profile schemes .



What You'll Be Doing

  • Leading projects from planning consent through to Practical Completion.
  • Working with top-tier architects, designers, and contractors to deliver exceptional spaces.
  • Building strong relationships with stakeholders including investors, planning authorities, and community groups.
  • Driving innovation, quality, and efficiency in every stage of development.
  • Ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.


What We're Looking For

  • A Bachelor's degree in construction, engineering, architecture, or a related field.
  • A proven track record managing development projects in hospitality, residential, or PBSA.
  • Strong leadership skills with the confidence to manage multiple stakeholders.
  • Commercial acumen and budget management experience.
  • Passion for design, customer experience, and delivering best-in-class projects.


Why Join?

  • Competitive salary up to 85,000 + package .
  • Generous performance-based bonus .
  • Opportunity to work on some large projects across London and the UK.
  • A collaborative, family-owned environment with long-term vision and strong values.


If you are ambitious, commercially savvy, and passionate about delivering high-quality developments, this could be your next big move.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please feel free to reach out to Vekshana directly.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

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Development Manager

Greater London, London Bakkavor Group

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Development Manager

Proud to deliver high quality products and develop a high-quality career

Salary - Competitive

Private Health Care

25 Days Holiday

10% Bonus

Location - London

37.5 hours per week

Why join us?

We're constantly evolving, progressing and diversifying. And we want our people to do so too. For everyone to feel empowered, engaged and enabled. To create opportunities to move forward, climb higher and push for more.

About the role.

As a Development Manager you will work as an integral part of the development team at pace in a fast moving environment, by producing innovative food products - that can be mass produced without any loss of quality or taste, which reflect our customer's trends and requirements.

You will provide support at all key stages from concept / ideation to handover to the Process Team ensuring a smooth transition.

Role Accountabilities
  • Business Communication: Has effective internal working relationships across key functions to ensure the delivery of the Development process activity.
  • Leadership: Manages and supports the team to effectively deliver the development activity to the highest standard, ensuring delivery of projects through critical path management
  • Customer: Has good overall awareness of retailer development requirements and their relevant brand standards. Has effective customer relationships.
  • Culinary: Has the ability to present product to internal and external customers. Demonstrates culinary knowledge and expertise
  • Category Management: Has an understanding of category management principles and the ability to apply them.
  • Product Innovation: Has a good awareness of relevant food trends, uses all mediums to generate ideas and has the ability to funnel and prioritise.
  • Business Knowledge: Fully understands relevant site capabilities and has an understanding of broader Group capabilities.
  • Product Development Cycle: Manages the internal business development process ensuring product development delivers in line with customer and business expectations.
  • Market Awareness: Has an overall awareness of relevant product ranges in the market. Monitors and benchmarks product quality and escalates issues.
  • Pipeline Management: Responsible for ensuring all product development is clear and accurate on sector pipeline document.
  • Behaviours: Attention to detail, fast paced, positive, dynamic, creative, tenacious, resilient, alignment to BV values.
About you.
  • 1-2 years experience from a similar FMCG role with the food industry
  • Excellent organisational, investigative problem solving and communication skills
  • Drive, energy and enthusiasm
  • Previous experience of working within a results orientated team
  • Good standard of IT skills to include power point, word and excel
  • Customer experience
  • People management skills
  • Innovative
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Critical path management
  • Full UK Driving licence {Location dependent}
What you'll receive.

As an equal opportunity employer, we're committed to providing a safe and rewarding environment for you to thrive in. This is why we work hard to deliver benefits and wellbeing offerings that are important to you.

You'll enjoy:
  • Life Assurance (2.5 x salary)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Annual Bonus Scheme
  • 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays as standard (may vary by role)
  • Staff Shop
  • Stakeholder Pension Scheme
  • Discount & cashback platform
  • Personal Accident Insurance
  • Free health check
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • A range of voluntary benefits (holiday purchase scheme, additional life assurance, dental & hospital cash plans)
  • Salary sacrifice car lease scheme
  • Free independent mortgage advice
  • Discounted tutoring for children
  • Access to financial learning tools and affordable loans via your salary
  • Free car parking - Site dependant
Plus, a commitment to your wellbeing that includes emotional, physical and financial support services delivered by our fantastic team of wellbeing champions.

Proud to be Bakkavor

We're proud to be the market leader in the UK fresh prepared food industry. We're proud to supply meals, salads, desserts, pizza and bread to leading grocery retailers including Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's and Waitrose. We're driven by the hard work and passion of our people and are delighted to offer a wide range of careers across our business - come and join our dedicated Bakkavor team!

Find out more and apply.

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Development Manager

Essex, Eastern £60000 - £70000 Annually Constructive Moves

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Constructive Moves are sourcing applicants for a Development Manager to join our client, a leading residential developer to join their Special Projects team based at their offices in Essex.

You will play a crucial role in managing the programme of works, delivery and budgets across a number of construction projects within their portfolio.
Ideally your background will be in construction and project management, especially in external cladding and remediation along with the delivery of new build residential and high-rise apartment schemes.
Key responsibilities will include:

Conducting feasibility studies and site assessments
Maintain timelines
Ensure high-quality standards while working closely with both internal and external stakeholders.
Managing project budgets and implementing cost-control measures
Acting as the primary contact for project-related communications
Overseeing tendering and contract negotiations
Monitoring construction activities and ensuring compliance with standards
Identifying risks and establishing mitigation strategies

The company are offering a competitive basic salary, benefits package and agile working solutions, plus the opportunity of working in a successful team who encourage career development and internal promotions.

If you have a passion for the built environment and would like to explore this opportunity in more detail, please contact Hannah Walker at Constructive Moves on (phone number removed) or email

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Development Manager

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £50000 - £60000 Annually Eclipse IT Recruitment

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Software Development Manager

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Software Development Manager to join our team and work alongside the existing Development Manager to oversee and guide the development function. This role is responsible for designing and implementing scalable, modern software solutions that meet business needs, while leading the transition of legacy systems into more flexible, web-based platforms using APIs and industry-standard practices.

Technical & Architectural Skills

  • Software architecture and system design

  • Application modernization (legacy-to-web/platform transformation)

  • API design and integration (REST, GraphQL, etc.)

  • Database design and performance optimization

  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

  • CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

  • Security best practices (application and data security)

  • Knowledge of software testing strategies and automation

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with proven leadership experience, and will be passionate about driving innovation, modernization, and excellence in software delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and manage the software development team (including contractors) in collaboration with the current Development Manager, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

  • Architect and design modern, scalable applications and integrations, with a focus on transitioning from legacy platforms to modern solutions.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders and change management teams to gather requirements and translate them into clear, actionable technical specifications.

  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle, ensuring timely, high-quality, and secure delivery of projects.

  • Establish and enforce best practices for code quality, security, performance, and maintainability.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues effectively and efficiently.

  • Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends relevant to software development and modernization.

  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

  • Proven experience as a Software Development Manager or in a similar leadership role.

  • Strong background in modernizing legacy applications and integrating with web-based platforms.

  • Solid understanding of software architecture, database design, integration patterns, and performance optimization.

  • Familiarity with modern development methodologies, such as Agile and DevOps practices.

  • Experience managing and motivating diverse development teams.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.

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Development Manager

Essex, Eastern £50000 - £70000 Annually Blayze Group

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A residential developer operating across East London and the surrounding areas is looking to appoint a Development Manager to join their team, based out of their Essex office.

The role will involve managing two developments that are currently in the delivery phase. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing progress across both sites, ensuring legal, financial, and operational elements are effectively managed.

This position would suit someone with a proactive approach who is comfortable working across internal departments and external consultants to keep projects on track.

Key responsibilities:

  • Managing the delivery of two live residential developments

  • Overseeing key legal, financial and planning processes

  • Coordinating with land, technical, commercial, construction and sales teams

  • Monitoring programme and budget performance

  • Identifying and mitigating risks that may impact delivery

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a Development Manager or similar role within residential development

  • Strong understanding of legal agreements, financial appraisals and planning processes

  • Confident communicator with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders

  • Organised, proactive and able to work independently where required

Package:

  • Up to 70,000 basic salary

  • Car or travel allowance

  • Bonus scheme

  • Private healthcare

  • Pension

  • Up to 29 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)

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Development Manager

London, London £55000 - £75000 Annually Blayze Group

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A leading residential developer is seeking an experienced Development Manager to join their team, based out of their head office in Central London.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a business with a significant pipeline, now operating across 15 active developments under a recently expanded regional structure. The schemes are diverse in both scale and construction methodology, encompassing a mix of RC frame and TB developments.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full development lifecycle from pre-planning through to delivery
  • Take ownership of the planning application process, including liaison with local authorities and stakeholders
  • Navigate post-planning legal matters, including Section 106 agreements and affordable housing negotiations
  • Oversee consultants and internal teams to ensure timelines and budgets are achieved
  • Collaborate with construction and technical teams to ensure seamless transition from planning to build

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in a Development Manager role within the residential sector
  • Strong background in planning applications and planning strategy
  • Exposure to post-planning legal processes and affordable housing obligations
  • Familiarity with RC frame or TB construction preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple schemes concurrently in a high-paced environment

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary of circa 75,000
  • 5,000 car allowance
  • Performance-related bonus
  • Private healthcare
  • Company pension
  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and capable Development Manager to join a well-funded, design-led developer with a growing presence across London and the South.

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Development Manager

Cheshire, West Midlands £65000 - £70000 Annually Building Careers UK

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Development Manager - Warrington - 65000 - 7000 + Benefits Package



Your new company

This growing, North West-based developer is leading the way in delivering high-quality, 100% affordable residential projects across the region. With a fully integrated model and a strong project pipeline, they're committed to sustainable, design-led regeneration that meets real community needs. As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking a talented Development Manager to join their team at a pivotal time of growth.



Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Development Manager to oversee projects from pre-acquisition through to detailed design and early construction. You'll take the lead on land viability assessments, planning strategy, and consultant management, while driving developments through RIBA Stages 0-3. The role involves close collaboration with directors and internal teams, and includes technical, commercial, and design coordination to ensure schemes are delivered on time, within budget, and in line with business goals.



Responsibilities will include:

  • Producing land viability reports and development appraisals, identifying risks and constraints

  • Leading on planning applications and strategic planning alongside internal and external teams

  • Managing the design process through RIBA stages, ensuring alignment with cost plans and technical strategies

  • Procuring and appointing external consultants for planning, design, and pre-construction

  • Collaborating with the in-house delivery team to support seamless project handover post-RIBA 3

  • Overseeing project budgets, risks, and performance, reporting regularly to the board

  • Coordinating technical reviews and ensuring robust development strategies for each site

  • Monitoring project timelines, consultant output, and progression through planning gateways



What you will need to succeed:

  • Degree in Development, Construction, or a related field

  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a development management role (residential or mixed-use schemes preferred)

  • Strong understanding of planning, feasibility, and pre-construction design phases

  • Experience delivering high-density or multi-unit housing projects

  • Excellent commercial and technical awareness

  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Proven ability to lead diverse project teams (internal and external)

  • Highly organised, able to work independently and manage multiple priorities



What you get in return:

  • A salary of 65000 - 7000 with comprehensive package (pension scheme, car allowance, etc.)

  • 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development

  • A modern, collaborative working environment based in Warrington

  • Regular team events and a supportive, growth-oriented culture

  • Chance to make a direct impact in a business that's delivering vital housing across the region

This is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking Development Manager looking to step into a strategic, hands-on role with a developer that's shaping the future of affordable housing in the North West.





Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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    We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

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Development Manager

West Glamorgan, Wales £60000 - £65000 Annually Pro Staff Construction

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New Permanent Opportunity – Development Manager
 
Pro Staff Construction is working with a leading house builder in South Wales that are looking to appoint an experienced Development Manager to join their growing team.
 
The Role:

Reporting to the Land & Development Director, you will play a key role in identifying, assessing, and managing residential development opportunities from initial feasibility through to contract stage.
 
Key Responsibilities:
 

  • Identify and appraise potential development sites aligned with local housing needs and planning policy.
  • Undertake feasibility assessments, title checks, and risk reviews.
  • Prepare and coordinate funding applications (e.g., SHG) in collaboration with RSLs.
  • Develop financial models to assess project viability and affordability.
  • Lead the design process with consultants and architects, ensuring compliance with WDQR 2021 and Net Zero Carbon ambitions.
  • Oversee planning applications and liaise with local authorities, statutory consultees, and communities.
  • Manage relationships with stakeholders, including RSLs, landowners, and Welsh Government officials.
  • Support contract negotiations, Section 106 obligations, and legal agreements.
  • Report on project progress to boards, funders, and stakeholders.

 
About You:
 

  • Strong background in land and development within residential construction.
  • Proven experience of managing feasibility, planning, and pre-construction activities.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
  • Knowledge of affordable housing delivery and funding mechanisms in Wales.
  • Commercial awareness with strong financial appraisal capability.

 
What’s on Offer:
 

  • Competitive salary £60,000 – £65,000 (DOE)
  • Attractive package including car/car allowance, pension & benefits
  • Supportive team culture and genuine career development opportunities

 
If this is a position you would like to know more about, please contact Bradley Salt.

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Development Manager

BD1 Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber Eclipse IT Recruitment

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Software Development Manager

Position Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated Software Development Manager to join our team and work alongside the existing Development Manager to oversee and guide the development function. This role is responsible for designing and implementing scalable, modern software solutions that meet business needs, while leading the transition of legacy systems into more flexible, web-based platforms using APIs and industry-standard practices.

Technical & Architectural Skills

  • Software architecture and system design

  • Application modernization (legacy-to-web/platform transformation)

  • API design and integration (REST, GraphQL, etc.)

  • Database design and performance optimization

  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

  • CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices

  • Security best practices (application and data security)

  • Knowledge of software testing strategies and automation

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise with proven leadership experience, and will be passionate about driving innovation, modernization, and excellence in software delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and manage the software development team (including contractors) in collaboration with the current Development Manager, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

  • Architect and design modern, scalable applications and integrations, with a focus on transitioning from legacy platforms to modern solutions.

  • Collaborate with stakeholders and change management teams to gather requirements and translate them into clear, actionable technical specifications.

  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle, ensuring timely, high-quality, and secure delivery of projects.

  • Establish and enforce best practices for code quality, security, performance, and maintainability.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues effectively and efficiently.

  • Stay current with emerging technologies, tools, and industry trends relevant to software development and modernization.

  • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

  • Proven experience as a Software Development Manager or in a similar leadership role.

  • Strong background in modernizing legacy applications and integrating with web-based platforms.

  • Solid understanding of software architecture, database design, integration patterns, and performance optimization.

  • Familiarity with modern development methodologies, such as Agile and DevOps practices.

  • Experience managing and motivating diverse development teams.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and strategically.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities in a dynamic environment.

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  33. beach_access Hospitality & Tourism
  34. groups Human Resources
  35. precision_manufacturing Industrial Engineering
  36. security Information Security
  37. handyman Installation & Maintenance
  38. policy Insurance
  39. code IT & Software
  40. gavel Legal
  41. sports_soccer Leisure & Sports
  42. inventory_2 Logistics & Warehousing
  43. supervisor_account Management
  44. supervisor_account Management Consultancy
  45. supervisor_account Manufacturing & Production
  46. campaign Marketing
  47. build Mechanical Engineering
  48. perm_media Media & PR
  49. local_hospital Medical
  50. local_hospital Military & Public Safety
  51. local_hospital Mining
  52. medical_services Nursing
  53. local_gas_station Oil & Gas
  54. biotech Pharmaceutical
  55. checklist_rtl Project Management
  56. shopping_bag Purchasing
  57. home_work Real Estate
  58. person_search Recruitment Consultancy
  59. store Retail
  60. point_of_sale Sales
  61. science Scientific Research & Development
  62. wifi Telecoms
  63. psychology Therapy
  64. pets Veterinary
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