Job Description

We don't just acquire land--we shape the future of our communities.

As a Development Manager at Hill, you'll take the lead on the acquisition and pre-planning phases of our residential and joint venture projects. From legal and financial due diligence to planning strategy, you'll coordinate teams and consultants to deliver high-quality, commercially viable developments that align with our values, ambitions and timelines.


You'll guide projects from concept through to handover--bringing together smart insight, strong leadership and a clear sense of purpose at every stage.

What you'll do:

Own the end-to-end management of land-led and JV schemes through acquisition, planning and handover Lead project programmes and coordinate teams to meet milestones and mitigate risk Manage consultant teams, budgets and performance throughout the project lifecycle Prepare and review viability models, cash flows and sensitivity analyses Direct pre-planning activity and ensure all documents are accurate, timely and fit for submission Support legal and technical due diligence and ensure key risks are tracked and addressed Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to align design, planning and commercial strategy Represent Hill in meetings with local authorities, clients, landowners and consultants Maintain strong relationships with Registered Providers and manage affordable housing disposals Share knowledge and support junior team members as part of a collaborative team culture

What we're looking for:

Degree in Land Management, Planning or a related discipline Member of (or working towards) RICS or RTPI Proven experience leading schemes from acquisition through to delivery Strong understanding of planning policy, technical constraints and due diligence Commercially astute with experience preparing and reviewing appraisals Skilled in consultant coordination and bid preparation Confident negotiator and communicator with a collaborative mindset A proactive problem-solver who brings clarity and confidence to complex situations

What you'll get:

26 days holiday Private healthcare and wellbeing platform Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities A high-performing and supportive team culture competitive salary and package

Why Hill?

At Hill, we offer more than just a job -- we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK.


Our culture is underpinned by our values:

Ambition

- we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them

Impact

- we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes

Agility

- we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change

Collaboration

- we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way

As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here -- and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it.


Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we're not just building homes -- we're building a lasting legacy.


We are proud to be a

Disability Confident Employer

. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.