Strategic Development Manager
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £54,627.30 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Essential Car User allowance |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 01 February 2026 |
| Location: | EH9 2HG |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Viewpoint Housing Association |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Due to the retirement of the current Strategic Development Director and restructure of the Assets team, we are looking for an experienced and innovative manager to take forward our already established net zero road map including assessment and appraisal of proposed projects, reports on developments and project progress and performance monitoring.
The Strategic Development Manager will report directly to the Director of Assets and be a member of the Leadership Team, contributing towards to the strategic direction, effective governance and leadership of Viewpoint Housing Association.
You will be a highly resourceful individual with strategic vision and business acumen, proven depth and breadth of functional expertise, strong personal ownership and excellent collaboration skills. This role requires an experienced professional with a strong background in assets, energy management and a passion for sustainability.
You must have the ability to influence and inspire others and excel at building relationships with stakeholders, leading strategic development plans and presenting complex data in a clear and impactful manner. The role requires a skilled communicator, capable of producing detailed technical and non-technical reports and influencing external funders to support our traditional approaches to foster innovation.
Please be aware there is a business requirement to work 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4.30pm on a Friday to provide the expected level of customer service.
More details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.
In return you will receive a generous reward package, which includes:
• 7 weeks holidays including public holidays
• Training opportunities
• Attractive pension scheme
• Blue Light Card Discount
To Apply: Please send your CV along with a covering letter and include a statement identifying your relevant experience and why you are suitable for the role to admin@viewpoint.org.uk
Closing date: 5pm, 1st February 2026
The Strategic Development Manager will report directly to the Director of Assets and be a member of the Leadership Team, contributing towards to the strategic direction, effective governance and leadership of Viewpoint Housing Association.
You will be a highly resourceful individual with strategic vision and business acumen, proven depth and breadth of functional expertise, strong personal ownership and excellent collaboration skills. This role requires an experienced professional with a strong background in assets, energy management and a passion for sustainability.
You must have the ability to influence and inspire others and excel at building relationships with stakeholders, leading strategic development plans and presenting complex data in a clear and impactful manner. The role requires a skilled communicator, capable of producing detailed technical and non-technical reports and influencing external funders to support our traditional approaches to foster innovation.
Please be aware there is a business requirement to work 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 9am to 4.30pm on a Friday to provide the expected level of customer service.
More details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification.
In return you will receive a generous reward package, which includes:
• 7 weeks holidays including public holidays
• Training opportunities
• Attractive pension scheme
• Blue Light Card Discount
To Apply: Please send your CV along with a covering letter and include a statement identifying your relevant experience and why you are suitable for the role to admin@viewpoint.org.uk
Closing date: 5pm, 1st February 2026
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