Property Development Manager

With an extensive budget allocated for the development of new sites and buildings, North West Leicestershire District Council is looking for an experienced property professional to act as "Client-side Lead" on development projects within the district in the heart of the East Midlands. This is a new role, and you will lead on a diverse range of capital projects; e.g. new industrial units, car parks, employment estates and sports facilities across the district.

To be the successful candidate you will need to be able to demonstrate creative flair to imagine and scope solutions to a varying range of accommodation needs and be able to translate project ideas into delivery and have a track record of managing delivery as the client-side lead. If you want to play a key role in shaping the future of the district, this is a fantastic opportunity to take a proactive, solution-focused approach to developing the council's property portfolio.

· 36.25 hrs per week with, depending on experience, an annual salary up to £40,777 (pay award pending) plus £963 pa essential car user allowance

· Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working

· 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)

· Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 22% employer's contribution

· Employee benefits programme' including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses

· Continued training and development opportunities

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Paul Wheatley (Head of Service) at [email protected] or on 07855149240, who will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

This is an exciting time of change at NWLDC as we progress devolution and local government reorganisation (LGR). To learn more about what this means, visit: Devolution - North West Leicestershire District Council and email [email protected] if you have any questions.

Closing Date: Sunday 9 August 2026 with interviews during w/c 24 August 2026