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Overview Post Title: Principal Development Surveyor Grade: J Job Purpose To actively and effectively promote the Council's vision, values, aims, objectives and priorities, putting our citizens first through the delivery of best value services. To lead a professional team delivering development, disposal and valuation activities to an identified portfolio of assets and projects. To support and participate in the ongoing review/rationalisation of the commercial portfolio and to progress identified disposals from inception to completion. Support the ongoing development and monitoring of the review/rationalisation procedures and processes. To provide professional support to the delivery of the Council's annual asset valuation programme. Behaviour Expectations As a service leader and senior officer, you will be expected to demonstrate our core behaviours (Please refer to the Leadership expectations booklet): Leading People: by building high performing teams, empowering and motivating others and being a role model for the organisation and its values Equality Diversity & Inclusion: To create and embed an organisation culture of respect and inclusivity in the services we provide and in the workforce that we engage Change & Innovation: by driving change and a culture of continuous improvement, exploring new and innovative ways to design and deliver services Collaboration: by working across boundaries, building relationships and creating joined up services to deliver the best services for the people of our city Responsibilities To be an expert advisor in the area of responsibility and to undertake complex commercial negotiations and preparation of valuations as required. To provide leadership and line management to a team of professional surveyors and colleagues in the delivery of asset review, development, disposal and valuation activities to an agreed portfolio of assets and projects. Line management responsibility to include for training & development, formal appraisal, welfare, health & safety considerations and performance management. To be responsible for dealing with all complex and routine day to day matters in the area of responsibility in line with normal and expected professional standards. To ensure that all property within the area of responsibility is safe and compliant To be the primary point of contact/liaison for the area of responsibility with developers, agents, prospective purchasers etc. To appoint consultants to advise the Council where and when required and to direct and oversee their work. To play a lead role in supporting the Development and Disposals Manager in the review of the commercial portfolio and in identifying opportunities for asset disposal, improved asset management and enhancement of both capital and revenue income. To provide significant professional support and contribute to the undertaking of the annual asset valuation programme. Undertake/commission ad hoc valuations as required. To undertake asset acquisitions for a variety of purposes as required. To contribute to budget management including forecasting of capital receipt income and any revenue implications. To be responsible for the production of reports, briefing notes, business cases etc. as required. To support the continued implementation, development and use of the Council's asset management systems. To deal personally with complex professional work and provide input to and/or lead project teams as required. All staff are expected to abide by the obligations set out in the Information Security Policy, IT Acceptable Use Policy and Code of Conduct in order to uphold Nottingham City Council standards in relation to the creation, management, storage and transmission of information. Information must be treated in confidence and only be used for the purposes for which it has been gathered, and should not be shared except where authorised to do so. It must not be used for personal gain or benefit, nor should it be passed on to third parties who might use it in such a way. All staff are expected to uphold the City Council obligations in relation to current legislation including the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act. Person Specification: Principal Development Surveyor Vision, Strategy and Delivery Experience as a service leader in a complex organisation, with experience of: Delivering against outcomes and creating clear objectives Creating a culture of continuous improvement Commercially aware with strong analytical skills Awareness of key issues in your market and for the city of Nottingham Leading People Evidence of successfully leading teams, with experience of: Motivating people and creating high performing services Empowering others to take decisions Successfully managing wellbeing and resilience Ability to plan for the future, with effective workforce planning skills Change and Innovation Able to lead service through change, with experience of: Evidence of leading change programmes, bringing others on the journey with you. Identifying and delivering innovative service delivery models Able to create a culture of continuous improvement Collaboration A collaborative leader, with evidence of: Successfully in partnership across different sectors and fostering / harnessing partnerships. Able to develop a culture of collaboration. Political acumen and able to develop productive relationships with senior figures within an organisation Equality, Diversity and Inclusion A strong focus on ability and personal commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, with evidence of: Delivery of inclusive services, understanding the challenges faced and how they can be overcome. Evidence of developing people and services/teams recognise, respect and value individual needs to achieve a culture of inclusivity. Demonstrating personal commitment to the equality, diversity and inclusion challenges faced by our workforce and Nottingham's people.

Job Title: Development Business Partner Location: Wirral Salary: 52,000 per year Job type: Full Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week. About Alpha Living: Alpha is an award-winning specialist provider of housing for older people working across the north of England. We provide community based, sheltered housing, extra care housing and support services across 11 local authorities. We own and manage 960 apartments let on social rents or affordable rents, and have an ambitious strategy for growth over the next five years. As a leader in the field of older persons' housing, Alpha is known for our top-quartile customer satisfaction ratings, financial stability, and dedicated, high-performing team. We provide more than just homes; we create vibrant communities that support independence and quality of life for our residents. We are an advocate for older people, speaking out when policy or services just aren't good enough. We make a difference to our residents by creating exciting, affordable places to live where everyone can thrive, and become the best possible version of themselves. We understand our residents and are deeply committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, driven by our passion and values. As a values based organisation, our values are our guiding principles. This, coupled with the warmth and strong community spirit of our developments, makes Alpha Living a welcoming and vibrant place to live and work. About the Role: At Alpha, we are a kind and thoughtful organisation dedicated to helping older people live independently for longer. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Development Business Partner to take a leading role in delivering our new homes programme and identifying future development opportunities that align with our mission and values. Reporting to the Director of Operations, this is a pivotal role that will influence the growth and sustainability of Alpha. You will lead on the identification, appraise and delivery of land and property opportunities, ensuring that new developments meet Alpha's design, quality and financial standards. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the Board, you will play a key role in shaping strategic decisions and ensuring all projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly and in accordance with Homes England and other regulatory frameworks. You will build and maintain productive partnerships with Local Authorities, Homes England, the NHS, landowners and developers, working collaboratively to secure opportunities that support the organisation's long-term objectives. The role also requires close liaison with internal colleagues across housing, finance and asset management to ensure seamless project delivery, effective budget management and successful handover of completed schemes. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated professional who thrives on responsibility, values integrity, and is passionate about delivering high-quality, affordable housing solutions that make a real difference in people's lives. About You: You will need to have extensive experience in housing development or the construction sector, with a comprehensive understanding of the full development process and the associated legislative and regulatory frameworks. You will have demonstrable experience of negotiating land acquisitions and contracts, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and delivering successful outcomes within agreed timescales and budgets. You will hold a relevant professional or technical qualification and be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of planning policy, procurement processes and building contracts. Experience of undertaking financial viability appraisals would be advantageous. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, as you will be required to represent Alpha in meetings with key stakeholders, community groups and partners. You will be self-motivated, analytical and commercially aware, with the ability to make informed decisions and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations. Above all, you will share and demonstrate Alpha's organisational values. You will be bold and brave in your thinking and approach; compassionate in your dealings with others; honest in your communications and decision-making; and positive in your outlook, contributing to a culture of collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement. A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this role. Closing Date: Friday 14th November. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Business Development Business Partner, Partnership Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Housing Development Business Partner, may also be considered for this role.

Head of Rural Surveying - England Reference: AUG Location: Flexible in England Salary: £42,768.00 - £61,479.00 Per Annum Hours: Full Time Contract: Permanent Benefits: Pension, Life Assurance, 26 days Annual Leave Can you lead a team of brilliant rural surveyors and support the RSPB's ambitions to grow the land area where we actively bring nature back, both in strategic partnerships and as the UK's leading nature conservation body? About us The RSPB takes action for nature on every front, be it through hands-on delivery of habitats and species recovery, influencing decision-makers, or inspiring the next generation of conservation practitioners. Thanks to our significant base of support, we give nature a voice where it needs it most. RSPB England has a significant land & property estate extending over 60,000ha of some of the most important internationally recognised places for wildlife. Importantly with 84% of the UK population in England we also have a key role in connecting people wherever they are to the mutual benefits of protecting and enhancing nature. About the role RSPB England has an incredibly diverse portfolio of reserves, with over 100 sites ranging from iconic places like the Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve, to key coastal reserves like Minsmere and Labrador Bay, through to working farmland such as our Cambridgeshire Hope Farm and large complex partnership delivery models with water companies such as United Utilities at Dove Stone Moors, all delivering incredible results for species recovery and in many places acting as a key destination for people too. You would personally lead the team that ensures our professional responsibilities for effective estate management are in place for these special places. As Head of Team, you will provide the professional and operational overview, leadership, and coordination of England's Land Agency function in order to achieve RSPB's policies and required standards of estate management. You would be responsible for overseeing the technical expertise requirements of surveyors to develop and maintain an exemplar level of delivery standards, and in doing so, manage a comprehensive and high-performance rural surveying team as well as personally undertaking some of the more complex casework. We are looking for an individual with excellent personal experience of estate management in land and property, covering the full breadth of the different areas of technical work. Experience would include dealing with standard legal conveyancing work covering acquisitions, disposals of interests in land, options, leasing and licensing, experience of valuation and acquisition of land and rights over land, experience of line-management and project management, and experience in conservation management of land such as working knowledge of designations, legal compliance, and agri-environment schemes. Like nature our survival depends on diversity. Nature has no borders, and neither do we. We recognise that everyone is an individual, and we value what that difference brings to the RSPB. We want to support everyone to unlock their potential and better reflect the communities in which we work. Essential skills knowledge, qualifications and experience: Corporate member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. A wide breadth of post qualification experience and technical knowledge in estate management of land and property. Demonstrable knowledge of acquisition/disposal work. Able to acquire knowledge from other disciplines/colleagues to relate to land agency function. Experience of managing a multi-discipline team to achieve optimum outcomes. Manager of teams and projects, skilled in working across regions and departments. Well developed communication skills to be able to represent complex and technical issues. Ability to speak and present confidently to a range of audiences including external agencies and senior managers. Ability to travel and work flexibly. Personal experience of estate management of land and property, covering the full breadth of the different areas of technical work. Experience of dealing with standard legal conveyancing work covering acquisitions, disposals of interests in land; leasing and licensing. Experience of valuation and acquisition of land and rights overland. Experience of line management and project management. Desirable experience: Experience in conservation management of land. Knowledge of designations; legal compliance; agri-environment schemes. Experience in estate management planning, balancing competing needs. Closing date: 23:59, Sun, 25th Sep 2022 Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. The RSPB is an equal opportunities employer. This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. No agencies please.

Development Manager Truro, Cornwall Permanent It is with great confidence and opportunity that Sphere Solutions are currently assisting to recruit a Development Manager for a newly formed construction and investment organisation in the heart of Cornwall. Described as an Investment & Development partnership, newly established in 2019, supported by an estimated gross investment of £600m. This organisation is currently on the search for a Development Manager to work alongside the Development Director. The sole purpose will be to secure desirable residential and commercial development opportunities through both acquisition and strategic partnerships, to deliver ambitious growth plans in both a safe and sustainable manor. The role as Development Manager: * Highlight site/opportunity identification and appraisal, due diligence, acquisition and gain planning consent, through to sales/lettings and aftercare * Secure a pipeline of development opportunities, both commercial and homes for rent * Develop and manage a strategic land portfolio, including joint venture opportunities * Oversee master plans, feasibility studies, appraisals and planning, working with design and construction teams * Ensure delivery unit numbers are met, sales income and profiles, working with the finance teams, understanding both sale and lettings markets * Manage both internal and external consultants, agreeing strategy, pre planning applications and procuring development partners The Person: * This role is an integral appointment for the business and will require similar experience and knowledge to be considered. * Significant experience of large scale residential and commercial property development and investment * Full project lifecycle knowledge including briefing, feasibility, design, development delivery, sales and lettings * Comprehensive understanding of the planning process * Excellent commercial and financial awareness of development appraisals and land acquisitions on major £multi-million complexes * Strong intellect, leadership capabilities and excellent network building skills * Degree within a property / construction related discipline and a professional membership would be preferred On offer is salary Circ £55,000 with a car allowance, pension and 28 days annual leave, there will also be a performance related bonus on offer. Having read the above and hopefully enticed you to look into this role in more detail, please call Jo Lambert on (phone number removed) for an informal chat. Sphere Solutions are a market leader in the South West & Wales construction recruitment sector. With offices in St. Austell, Plymouth, Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea and Southampton. We pride ourselves on building long-term relationships with local, regional and national contractors, developers and consultancies and offer a bespoke, discreet and professional service delivered by highly experienced consultants. Sphere Solutions promote equal opportunities for everyone regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation or social-economic background