Date Posted 08/08/2024
Application Closing Date 22/08/2024 23:59
Hours 36 per week
Salary £22,525.78 per annum
Location Salford
Everything we do aims to positively impact the lives of our social housing tenants and deliver on what matters to them and their communities. We provide safe, well-maintained, sustainable homes and deliver customer-focused services. ForHousing is a place where everyone can thrive and be themselves.
As part of our ForLiving (private rented sector) team, you’ll learn from experienced colleagues as you identify development opportunities and assist with development projects from inception through to completion.
Why ForHousing?
- Best companies 2-star employer – our colleagues rated us an “Outstanding Place to Work”.
- Hybrid working – some of your time can be spent working at home, or you’re free to spend more time in the office if you prefer.
- Agile working – we are outcome driven, so we empower you to do your best work, in the way that works best for you.
- STAR – through our partnership with STAR you can save money on everyday spending and make your money go further with discounts across a wide range of shops and products.
- Smartech – purchase technology or white goods and spread the cost.
- Wellbeing centre – gym discounts, exercise videos, mindfulness tools, nutrition advice, financial advice and more.
- Cycle to work scheme – save up to 40% on bikes and equipment.
- Employee Assistance Programme – access to a 24/7 counselling and support helpline.
What you’ll be doing:
- Identifying and assessing suitable properties, sites, and development opportunities.
- Negotiating with landowners, developers, and building contractors to agree purchase of properties and package deals.
- Liaising with colleagues in other departments to communicate activities.
- Attending site meetings, and other meetings, to represent ForHousing.
- Developing and maintaining knowledge of Homes England Design and Quality Standards, as they affect the viability of development proposals.
- Gaining familiarity with Proval, the financial tool to assist with the financial aspect of projects.
- Identifying and sharing best practice.
What we’re looking for:
You don’t need specific experience to be great in this role, we’ll teach you what you need. The kind of skills we’re looking for are:
- Excellent written and verbal communications.
- Attention to detail and good prioritisation skills.
- Project management and budgeting skills.
- A relevant professional qualification at degree or similar level would be ideal, but isn’t essential.
ForHousing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We especially welcome applicants from the Armed Forces community.
If you need any adjustments to be made to our recruitment process, please get in touch with the team on recruitment@forhousing.co.uk
Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early, depending on application volumes.
