Development Director

Social network you want to login/join with:We are working with a small private family office to lead London commercial development projects—from strategy to delivery across change of use, mixed-use, and refurbishments (including listed buildings). Reporting to the founder and working closely with the advisory team.What you’ll do:Lead projects end-to-end and set development strategy.Appoint/manage architects, planners, QS/cost, MandE, structural, and legal teams; liaise with authorities.Drive planning applications to secure consents.Own budgets, programmes, and risk; keep the finance team updated.Advise on acquisitions, disposals, and redevelopment opportunities.What we are looking for:10+ years PQE; RICS (or equivalent).Proven London mixed-use/commercial track record (offices, hotels, Class E).Strong grasp of planning, building regs, development appraisals, and finance.Deep network across consultants/authorities; excellent communication and negotiation skills.Proactive, independent, and commercially minded.This role requires experience and a proven track record in London to advise on and implement development opportunities across the current owned assets.This position may require 3-5 days a week, depending on project ..... full job details .....