Job Description

Exeter, Devon

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Property Development & Construction | Full-time | Competitive Salary

Join Akkeron Group - Shaping the Future of the South West

Akkeron Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking property development and trading business based in Exeter, with a growing portfolio across the South West of England. We specialise in the acquisition and transformation of complex and often heritage-rich brownfield sites, with a strong focus on residential and hospitality-led schemes that make a meaningful impact in local communities.

We are seeking a motivated and ambitious

Graduate

Assistant Development Manager

to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their development career who's eager to learn, grow, and contribute to exciting, high-profile projects.

About the Role

As a Graduate Assistant Development Manager, you'll support our Development Manager and wider team across all stages of the development process - from site acquisition and planning to delivery and disposal.

You'll also have opportunities to engage with our Construction Team, gaining valuable exposure to commercial and technical aspects of project execution.

This is an ideal role for someone with a strong interest in property and/or construction who is looking to build a long-term career in development.

Key Responsibilities

With guidance and support from the internal team and our professional consultants, you will:

Assist in managing multi-disciplinary consultant teams through the full development cycle: acquisition, planning, development, delivery, marketing, and disposal Coordinate planning applications, design work, and local authority negotiations Learn how to contribute to financial appraisals and profit forecasting Prepare for and attend stakeholder meetings, site visits, and presentations Play a hands-on role in driving projects forward, maintaining quality, programme, and budget
Abide by and promote company

Health & Safety policies

, ensuring a safe approach is adopted at all times, both in the office and on-site

Contribute to a culture of safety, responsibility, and care throughout all aspects of project work

What We're Looking For

We're looking for a driven and enthusiastic individual who shares our values and is keen to grow with the business.

Key Attributes:

A proactive, can-do attitude with a desire to learn and develop Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Confident working independently and collaboratively Detail-oriented, logical, and organised under pressure Honest, reliable, and willing to take accountability A creative and analytical thinker who enjoys problem-solving A genuine interest in property and/or construction A commitment to safe working practices and respect for health and safety procedures

Experience & Qualifications

We welcome applications from graduates with a diverse range of academic backgrounds.

Your degree might be in a directly related field such as Project Management, Architecture, or Surveying -- but we also value transferable skills, so degrees in subjects like History, Geography, Economics, or similar will be equally considered.

In addition to a degree, successful candidates will have:

Knowledge of Microsoft Office and general IT literacy Good numerical and analytical skills UK Driving Licence (or commitment to obtain one)

What We Offer

Competitive salary (dependent on experience) 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company sick pay (after 3 months' service) Pension scheme participation A collaborative, supportive team and clear development pathway

Ready to Grow with Us?

If you're ready to take the next step in your property development career and want to work on meaningful, challenging projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person