Development Manager
| Posting date: | 26 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20,821 to £21,862 per year |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 28 March 2026 |
| Location: | AB42 2AA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hanover Scotland Housing Association |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 10841-47973 |
Summary
Job Title: Development Manager
Location: Strawberry Bank, Peterhead, AB42 2AA
Working Hours: 28 hours per week (Monday-Friday)
Remuneration: £20,821 per annum (salary during 6-month probation period)
£21,862 per annum (upon completion of successful probation)
Closing Date: Sunday 15th March 2026 at 23:59pm
About Hanover
Hanover has been successfully housing and supporting people in Scotland for over 40 years. Our core purpose is to help people feel safe and secure at home so they can live full and independent lives. As a Gold Investors in People Employer, we want the best people to come and work with us.
About the Role
The Development Manager position is both a rewarding and challenging role that helps residents live independently within a safe and caring environment. The role involves working 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday on a permanent basis.
As the Development Manager, you will handle a variety of responsibilities and tasks related to the smooth and continuous running of the development.
This post would suit a friendly and professional individual with the ability to deal with a wide range of people; from the care team that you work alongside, residents and their families to contractors, local community groups and other agencies.
About You
• To join us, you need to have a genuine passion for helping people and the ability to empathise with and care for the elderly
• Possess a sound knowledge of housing management services
• Ability to build rapport with a wide range of people
• Strong, clear communication skills in order to succeed
• Demonstrable ability to remain calm as a highly efficient multi-tasker
• Completion of a PVG / Disclosure prior to starting in the role
What We Offer
Hanover offers a supportive and friendly environment where our people are valued and appreciated. We are a Scottish Living Wage employer as well as being a Gold IIP Wellbeing and Young Person’s Guarantee employer. Your hard work and drive to succeed are rewarded through:
• Competitive salary and pension options.
• For this post, eligibility for essential car usage allowance.
• Hybrid Working Model and Flexi-working (where applies).
• Health and Wellbeing support networks including Mental Health First Aiders and a 24/7 GP helpline.
• Employee counselling service upon assessment.
• Access to our Hanover Perks platform which includes high street discounts and health cash plan.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Tech Scheme.
• Family friendly policies.
• Payment of PVG or Disclosure (Where applies).
• Internal Leadership Excellence programme for leadership/ manager roles.
Recruitment Dates
Closing date for applications: Sunday 15th March 2026 at 23:59pm
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend interview commencing Wednesday 18th March 2026
Hanover are firmly committed to equality, diversity and inclusion for all. As an accredited Disability Confident Employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum requirements of the role.
Sponsorship Information - Please note sponsorship is not currently available at Hanover.
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