Head of Commercial Development

This is an exciting time to join London Borough of Harrow.Following a review of the Place Directorate and the subsequent creation of a new leadership team, we are now seeking two Assistant Directors and a number of other senior Management roles to join us and lead our services.We’re looking for creative and collaborative leaders, passionate about delivering frontline services that touch the lives of every one of our 250,000 residents; influence and support our climate change ambitions; contribute to shaping our local economy that is fairer and stronger and our ambitious regeneration programme to build more homes.As one of the most ethnically and religiously diverse populations in the country, on the outskirts of London and with excellent transport connections as well as extensive parks and green belt, Harrow is where you can build a rewarding career and an enjoyable life.The roleReporting to the Assistant Director of Regeneration, you’ll be an important member of the wider Place Directorate Extended Management team.You will be responsible for the council’s commercial position with the Harrow Strategic Development Partnership (HSDP), as well as also advising on other development opportunities. The HSDP is a £600m Joint Venture (50/50) partnership with Wates Residential. This ambitious programme will deliver over 1200 new homes and associated infrastructure, and is structured to deliver the Council’s strategic objectives to ensure the value of sites are optimised.Working closely alongside your Development Finance Business Partner and Regeneration Coordinator, you’ll be tasked with utilising your commercial insight and expertise to ensure that the HSDP (and the Council’s other development projects) achieve best value.CandidatesThis role calls for a development specialist with a track record across cost management, feasibility modelling, cost planning, risk management, procurement management, contract selection advice and account negotiation.Financial acumen, as well as programme management and communication skills, will be required for success.Closing date: Midnight Sunday 9th June 2024
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