Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week The role is to provide high quality support to all aspects of the Development function of the Development and Investment Service as part of the Growth and Development Directorate with a focus on the South and Central parts of the city. You will be an integral part of a highly professional team that provides high quality development and property advice, support and input to regeneration schemes, development proposals and the Council’s investment portfolio supporting the Council’s growth ambitions, policies and strategies. About the Team The Growth and Development Directorate is the service which underpins the Council’s priorities for the growth and regeneration of the city. It provides organisational leadership and accountability for major development city wide to provide new homes, commercial, retail, cultural space and the delivery of jobs to sustain Manchester’s economic growth. The Development Team is responsible for facilitating and supporting high profile development schemes that provides a very interesting and varied workload, presenting an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to work on key development and regeneration projects, supporting the Council’s financial and new housing ambitions towards delivering 32,000 new homes, including 6,400 affordable, increased social value benefits, providing 1,565 additional supported accommodation and homelessness units, promoting the city’s Economic Growth agenda through the use of assets and supporting the MCC’s Climate Change Action. This post requires a qualified chartered surveyor with some post qualification development experience. This post is also subject to satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks where applicable. Manchester City Council is committed to giving fair support to members of the Armed Forces and veterans, whilst recognising and remembering the sacrifices they have made. The aim of The Armed Forces Covenant is to ensure that the Armed Forces and veterans are not disadvantaged, when applying for vacancies with Manchester City Council. Armed Forces and veterans will be guaranteed an interview where they meet the Minimum requirements for the role. Manchester City Council values equality and works to provide a fair and inclusive environment for a workforce that is as diverse as the communities it serves. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Council. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics. If you require any adjustments to be able to engage in the recruitment process for this role, please let us know by emailing mike.robertson@manchester.gov.uk The candidate will be a qualified Chartered Surveyor with some post qualification development experience within the field of property investment and development. The candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team within a high pressure professional environment. A good working knowledge of the Manchester commercial and residential property markets would be preferable, along with good negotiating and influencing skills. The ability to build positive working relationships and excellent analytical skills to support problem solving of a highly complex nature and deliver practical solutions are key to the role. We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: Benefits we offer Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Guaranteed Assessment Scheme We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the recruiting panels minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: When You Join Us We’re a Disability Confident Employer, offering: For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk. What we will need from you if you're successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for, see the top of the advert for details. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other relevant information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role. Calculate your take home pay. Use this service to estimate how much Income Tax and National Insurance you should pay for the current tax year. Employment could affect your benefits, find out more here. Turn2us Benefits Calculator.
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance
Closing Date: 19 March 2026
Closing time: 11.59pm
Interview Method: Face to Face
Legal Right to Work: Applicants must have existing right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
This role is subject to -
2 References - where possible we require 3 years' history.
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
Security Notice: greater.jobs will never contact you via WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger any other messaging or social media platform, or ask for personal details through unofficial links. All vacancies are live on our website, https://greater.jobs, and you must apply via the application method outlined on the advert. Learn how to Stay Safe
Ready to apply?
Location
, , Manchester, , United Kingdom
Job ID
7700
