Development Officer

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Torus Developments, part of Torus Group, plans to deliver over 1,000 high‑quality homes each year across the North West. As a Strategic Partner to Homes England we are expanding our development programme to drive regeneration and create thriving communities.

This is a fixed‑term contract until May 2027, with an agile working pattern that requires a minimum of two days per week in the office (Warrington) and the remainder working from home or on site. The successful candidate must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a private vehicle for regular site travel.

• Assisting and, where appropriate, leading on the delivery of development schemes from inception through to final account
• Supporting the sourcing of new development opportunities that meet financial and strategic parameters
• Contributing to financial appraisals and managing scheme budgets in liaison with Finance colleagues
• Ensuring schemes are delivered on programme and within agreed financial parameters
• Supporting delivery of development KPIs and performance indicators
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with contractors, consultants, Homes England and other stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with internal processes, procurement policy, Homes England requirements and corporate risk frameworks
• Contributing to value for money initiatives and continuous improvement across development processes
• Embedding health & safety, equality and diversity principles in all aspects of your work

• Experience of supporting and ideally leading development schemes within a housing or property development environment
• Demonstrable project management experience from scheme inception to completion
• Knowledge of Homes England Affordable Homes requirements, capital funding guidance and development regulations
• Experience of financial appraisal and budgetary management
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and influencing skills
• A sound understanding of governance, compliance and risk management
• High levels of IT literacy and an adaptable, flexible approach to work
• A collaborative, motivated and resilient mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Interviews will be held at our Warrington office on Wednesday 4th March 2026. The interview will be competency‑based and will also include a scenario‑based assessment, which will be provided on the day.

• Right to work verification
• Qualification certificate check
• 2x completed references
• OH Health Questionnaire – Fit For Work
• DBS check (if required for the role)
• Completion of all new starter documentation, including signed terms and conditions

Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a sufficient number of applications.