Assistant Development Manager

This early-career role involves supporting the Land & Partnerships team through the full property development lifecycle, from site identification and financial appraisal to coordinating planning and project delivery for sustainable housing communities.

At Peabody, we’re committed to helping people flourish by providing high-quality homes and creating sustainable communities. Our Development directorate plays a vital role in delivering new homes and regeneration projects that make a real difference.

We’re now looking for an Assistant Development Manager (Land & Partnerships) to join our team and support the delivery of an exciting pipeline of development opportunities.

The Role

As our Assistant Development Manager, you’ll support the Land & Partnerships team in identifying, assessing, and progressing development opportunities. Working across a variety of projects, you’ll gain exposure to the full development lifecycle - from site identification and feasibility through to planning and handover.

You’ll work closely with experienced colleagues, consultants, and partners, helping to ensure projects remain viable, deliverable, and aligned with our strategic goals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at an early stage in their career looking to build experience in development, housing, and regeneration within a supportive, high-performing team.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting the appraisal of development opportunities, including site assessments, financial appraisals, and market research alongside other administrative functions

• Assisting in managing projects through early stages, including feasibility, design development, and planning

• Coordinating multi-disciplinary teams, including consultants and internal stakeholders

• Contributing to procurement processes for land and partnership opportunities

• Supporting governance processes, including preparing reports and presenting information for internal approvals

• Helping to manage budgets, risks, and project timelines

• Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external partners

• Supporting the delivery of projects that meet quality, cost, programme, and safety expectations

About You

You’ll be motivated, organised, and keen to build your career in development and housing.

The role would be suitable for a recent graduate from a real estate or construction related degree with a commitment to continued professional development.

You’ll enjoy working in a collaborative environment and be confident contributing to a range of activities across multiple projects.

We’re looking for:

• A strong interest in housing, development, or construction, with a desire to build a career in the sector

• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities

• Confident communication skills, both written and verbal

• A proactive approach, with a willingness to learn and take ownership of your work

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and across different parts of the business

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – including strong Excel skills and general numeracy.

• Some understanding of the housing or property market (desirable but not essential)

Where You’ll Work

This role is based at our Waterloo office, with a hybrid working pattern of a minimum of 3 days per week in the office or on-site.

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values, Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together. We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included, and empowered.

What We Offer 

• 30 days’ annual holiday, plus bank holidays

• Two additional paid volunteering days each year 

• Flexible benefits scheme, including family friendly benefits and access to a discount portal 

• 4 x salary life assurance

• Up to 10% pension contribution