Development and Acquisitions Officer

We are working to appoint a Development and Acquisitions Officer to support the delivery of new affordable housing schemes and contribute to wider regeneration and growth ambitions. This is a key role within the housing development team, helping to increase housing supply through new builds, acquisitions, and estate improvement programmes.This position would suit someone with experience in housing development, regeneration or acquisitions, ideally within a local authority or housing provider setting. You''ll have a good understanding of housing delivery routes, funding mechanisms, and stakeholder management, and be confident supporting projects from early feasibility through to completion.The Role Support the identification and progression of new affordable housing opportunities Assist in the acquisition of properties via S106 agreements, open market purchase, or other approved routes Contribute to feasibility assessments, site appraisals, and viability studies Liaise with internal departments and external partners, including developers, agents, and legal services Help coordinate and monitor housing development projects, ensuring timely delivery Maintain accurate records, reporting, and compliance with funding and regulatory requirements Support the wider housing strategy, estate regeneration, and service improvement activity Promote high quality, sustainable, and deliverable housing solutions across the borough Attend site visits, planning meetings, and project ..... full job details .....