Assistant Development Manager

Greater London Authority

  • Greater London
  • £48,427 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
Working for City Hall makes a difference to the lives of Londoners. Our staff are at the centre of long-term planning and development for our great city.Organisation: Greater London AuthorityJob title: Assistant Development Manager x 2
Reference: 2138Salary: £48,427 per annumGrade: 7Contract type: PermanentContract details: 2 x Fulltime Permanent rolesTeam: Land and DevelopmentDirectorate: Housing and LandInterview date: Week commencing 29 September 2025Location: City Hall, Royal Docks (Kamal Chunchie Way, London, E16 1ZE) and London Fire Brigade's Head Office (Union Street SE1 0LL)Application closing date: Sunday 7 September 2025 at 23:59Housing and LandThe Housing and Land directorate is responsible for the Mayor's plans to deliver new and improved homes and strong communities. Working closely with boroughs and partners, we manage the Mayor's housing investment programmes and land and property assets to support the building of affordable homes, job creation and regeneration.About the teamThe Land and Development team sits within the Housing and Land Directorate and supports GLA Land and Property Limited (GLAP), which is the Greater London Authority's commercial subsidiary for property investment, development and assessment management.The team is responsible with the delivery of the GLAP portfolio of development on the Mayor's land and joint venture interests, alongside entering into new opportunities to unlock development outcomes. Some of our strategic projects include historic regeneration programme such as the Royal Docks, Greenwich Peninsula and Stephenson Street, and newer acquisitions including St Ann's Hospital and North Middlesex University Hospital.GLAP aims to deliver up to a total of 68,000 new homes on the Mayor's land and joint venture interests, including homes delivered to date and looking ahead over the next 25 years.More information on GLAP's Property Asset Strategy, Annual Report and Climate Action Strategy can be found on our webpage:We are looking for 2x Assistant Development Managers to work with us on our ambitious development projects.This is an exciting opportunity in the Land and Development Team to support some of London's largest, most complex and interesting strategic development projects for GLAP.About the roleThis is an exciting opportunity to support the delivery of some of London's largest and most complex strategic development projects. You'll work across the full development lifecycle, from inception to completion, contributing to the Mayor's objectives of building more affordable homes, creating jobs and making London a Net-Zero city by 2030.Reporting to the Development Manager, you will support a varied portfolio of development projects that will provide for new homes, economic development and regeneration of the land.As an Assistant Development Manager, you will apply your understanding and skills to development projects which range from inception to completion. You will work collaboratively, building relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve shared objectives.This is an opportunity to develop your career in the team, with future progression opportunities available in a supportive and empowering team culture where you will be given the chance to take ownership of your work and projects.This is the perfect role for anyone completing their apprenticeship or graduate programme and/or someone with 1-2 years property experience.What your day will look like
  • Directly manage the delivery of smaller development projects with guidance and supervision from the Head of Development as appropriate.
  • Support day-to-day property development activities under the guidance of Development Managers and Senior Development Managers.
  • Undertake effective project management activities, including programme and budget management, compliance with GLA policies and procedures, project monitoring and record keeping.
  • Coordinate meetings, minutes, actions and risk monitoring, escalating issues as needed.
  • Assist in generating revenue from development agreements and meanwhile uses.
  • Contribute to project appraisals and work with Development Managers and Senior Development Managers to prepare reports for approval.
  • Procure and oversee consultants and advisors, including drafting briefs, inputting in procurement and evaluation process, and managing contracts.
  • Promote an inclusive working and learning environment.
Skills, knowledge and experienceIn your application, you should set out how your skills and experience demonstrate that you meet the following criteria, which are linked to key behavioural competencies set out in the next section:
  • An understanding of property development and regeneration best practice, with knowledge of the London market and planning system.
  • Knowledge of the property development process and different delivery structures.
  • Involvement in development projects (or similar), including management of stakeholders and/or consultants.
  • Knowledge and interest in working in complex and political environments.
  • A property / built environment degree and/or experience in the development sector
Behavioural CompetenciesBuilding and managing relationships… is developing rapport and working effectively with a diverse range of people, sharing knowledge and skills to deliver shared goals.Level 1 indicators of effective performance
  • Builds rapport quickly with people at all levels and from different backgrounds
  • Actively listens to others and is open to their ideas
  • Identifies and resolves conflict between self and others
  • Makes others feel comfortable and respected by being positive and friendly
  • Shares appropriate information openly with colleagues within and outside own team
Communicating and Influencing… is presenting information and arguments clearly and convincingly so that others see us as credible and articulate and engage with us.Level 1 indicators of effective performance
  • Represents self and team positively within the organisation
  • Speaks and writes clearly and succinctly, using appropriate language that is easy to understand
  • Adapts style and communication to the audience
  • Communicates persuasively and confidently
  • Checks for understanding
Planning and Organising… is thinking ahead, managing time, priorities and risk, and developing structured and efficient approaches to deliver work on time to a high standard.Level 1 indicators of effective performance
  • Plans and prioritises own workload to meet agreed deadlines
  • Advises colleagues or manager early of obstacles to work delivery
  • Perseveres and follows work through to completion
  • Checks for errors to ensure work is delivered to a high standard first time
  • Effectively juggles priorities
Organisational Awareness… is understanding and being sensitive to organisational dynamics, culture and politics across and beyond the GLA and shaping our approach accordingly.Level 1 indicators of effective performance
  • Understands the structure and statutory responsibilities of the GLA
  • Understands how own role and work contributes to team and organisational objectives
  • Understands the role of the GLA, the Mayor and the Assembly in relation to Londoners
  • Is sensitive to the culture and political context of the GLA and uses it to work effectively
  • Treats GLA information as sensitive and confidential
The GLA Competency Framework Guidelines further detailing each competency and the different level indicators can be found here:This role is based at City Hall, Royal Docks (Kamal Chunchie Way, London, E16 1ZE) and at the London Fire Brigade, 169 Union Street, SE1 0LL.How to applyIf you would like to apply for the role you will need to submit the following:
  • Up to date CV
  • Personal statement with a maximum of 1500 words. Please ensure you address how you demonstrate the essential criteria and behavioural competencies outlined above. Scores against the five essential criteria and four behavioural competencies will be used to determine shortlisting for interview.
Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement have a maximum file size of 1.5MB each and upload your Personal Statement to the 'CV and Cover Letters' section' of the form, ensuring you address the technical requirements and competencies in your Personal Statement.Word or PDF format preferred and do not include any photographs or images. Please ensure your CV and Personal Statement are saved with the job reference number as part of the naming convention (E.g., “CV - applicant name - 012345)As part of GLA's continuing commitment to be an inclusive and equal opportunity employer we will be removing personal identifiable information from CVs and Personal Statements that could cause discrimination.If you have questions about the roleIf you wish to talk to someone about the role, the hiring manager Tifenn Kergosien would be happy to speak to you. Please contact them atIf you have any questions about the recruitment process, contact the who support the GLA with recruitment.Assessment processOnce you have submitted an application, your details will be reviewed by a panel.If shortlisted, you'll be invited to an interview/assessment.The interview/assessment date will be week commencing 29 September 2025.Equality, diversity and inclusionLondon's diversity is its biggest asset, and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects London's diversity at all levels. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, sexual orientation, faith or disability.We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian and Minority ethnic candidates and disabled candidates who are currently underrepresented in our workforce.We are committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We would welcome applications from candidates who are seeking part time work as this role is open to job share.Please note we are a Disability Confident Employer so for candidates who wish to be considered under the scheme and meet the essential criteria, they will automatically be invited to interview. Please note, should you require any adjustments through the process, we will accommodate as much as possible. Please contact the recruitment team for further information if required.BenefitsGLA staff are hybrid working up to 3 days a week in our offices and remotely depending on their role. As part of this, you will need to split your time between home working and coming into the office.In addition to a good salary package, you will be paid every four weeks, providing frequent salary payments. We also offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days' annual leave, interest free season ticket loan, interest free bicycle loan and a career average pension scheme.Additional InformationPlease note, all candidates will need to confirm that the information provided in this application form is true and correct. Should a candidate deliberately give false information, including the use of AI software, they understand that this would disqualify them from consideration.Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record (DBS) check.More SupportIf you have a disability which makes submitting an online application form difficult, please contact .The GLA is proud to be a Level 2: Disability Confident employer. We are committed to becoming a more inclusive and accessible organisation and creating a truly inclusive and accessible workplace and culture for our disabled staff. We have named Disability Equality as a key corporate priority within our EDI Strategy. We welcome and encourage applications from disabled applicants. Should you wish to opt into the scheme, please let us know during your application.

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