MMP Consultancy is seeking a Development Portfolio Client Lead on behalf of a Local Authority based in North London. The position is permanent with a salary range of £67,794 - £75,070 per annum.
The client is seeking a high-calibre Development Portfolio Client Lead to manage key mixed tenure housing schemes. This role involves overseeing significant housing developments, interfacing with internal departments and external partners, and ensuring alignment with strategic goals. You will report directly to senior Council groups and Boards, contributing to one of the largest development programs in England.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Management: Lead and deliver mixed tenure housing developments, valued at approximately £2 billion in total.
- Collaboration: Interface with internal departments (Education, Greenspaces, Town Centres, operational estate departments) and external consultant teams and development partners.
- Strategic Alignment: Ensure consistent alignment with the Council's strategic goals and report directly to senior Council groups and Boards.
- Leadership: Inspire and motivate team members, modelling the Council's values of Caring, Learning to Improve, Inclusive, and Collaborative.
Requirements
- Experience: Proven senior management experience in delivering projects/programmes within a Local Government environment.
- Expertise: Experience in housing and non-housing led regeneration, compulsory purchase orders, land assembly, and joint venture partnerships.
- Knowledge: Practical delivery of schemes from inception to occupation and project closure (RIBA stages 0-7).
- Skills: Strong leadership, strategic alignment skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders