Rockbourne is delighted to be working with a leading pan-European alternative real estate platform to help them appoint a top-tier Head of Development to join their London-based team. My client is at the forefront of building and operating sustainable infrastructure in key UK and European markets. My client has deployed over c.£400m, covering around 40 assets to date, and they are currently on an exciting journey, building towards an aspiration of over £2bn of AUM in the next 3 years.
The Why?
In order to realise this vision, my client has become a vertically integrated real assets business that combines traditional acquisition, development, and leasing activity with operational capabilities. With a strong focus on quality and sustainable growth, they are on a mission to enhance their market presence while continuing to deliver outstanding value to stakeholders.
This is a unique opportunity to join a high-performing team and contribute to significant projects that shape the real estate landscape. The role offers exposure to diverse geographies and functions, empowering you to make a real impact.
What is in it for you?
Track Record - Our client has an existing enviable track record, and you will be able to leverage their extensive experience, strong relationships, brand, and network.
Team/Culture - Work as part of an experienced but humble leadership team who are very open-minded and are also committed to helping you to realise your goals and share the successes along the way.
Autonomy - The team will empower you to do your best work rather than dictate exactly how you do it; you will have the opportunity to grow into your role.
Growth and Scale Potential – Our client is and plans to expand rapidly, and this role will be pivotal in this journey. You have the opportunity to join a scale-up business and fast-track your career. Take your learnings from your career to date and put your stamp on this in a big way.
New/Nascent Asset Class – You have the chance to shape the future of a new business in a nascent sector that is well-positioned to become a major institutional real estate asset class.
What do you need to bring to the table?
* Assist with overseeing and implementing the business's transaction process and ensure deal metrics, budgets, and schedules are being met or exceeded.
* Ensure development risk is mitigated and escalate concerns as necessary for the following:
* Entitlements include council approvals, official plan amendments, planning amendments, and variances to bylaws and consents.
* Provide direction to team members and external construction managers responsible for the design and construction of all projects.
* Monitor construction process and controls at all stages of the project and ensure that it is in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
* Ensure effective coordination is achieved with all consultants in the preparation of designs, plans, specifications, permits, and cost estimates.
* Support monthly/ quarterly/ yearly reporting on all due diligence and construction activity as required.
* Review and provide due diligence and construction budgets and schedules to the team and ensure delivery of quality projects on time and on budget.
* Identify and manage all due diligence issues where appropriate, elevate issues for resolution, and implement mitigation and contingency plans.
The role itself:
Opportunity to influence – a small team with big ambitions, where everyone has the opportunity to have a real impact on the business plan.
Team focus- an opportunity to be part of a collaborative team that pulls together to achieve their success. When something crosses the finish line, you can be sure that everyone has played their part.
Strategic input – a chance to step into a strategic seat at the beginning of their exciting expansion into the UK market, input into potential acquisitions, and then setting sites up for success
Growth & Stability – the opportunity to be part of a business that’s already got an incredible reputation overseas and a queue of investors that want to work with them.
Variety – a cross-disciplinary role in a business with a flat structure means that everyone takes advice from each other and every day will be different.
Purpose – working within a business that truly has culture and CSR at their core- they truly want to have a positive influence within the markets in which they operate.
Progression – the opportunities for where this business could go are endless, and you would have a seat at the top table.
Other details:
* Salary: up to £110,000 - £130,000(DOE) plus a discretionary bonus TBC
* Location: West End