Development Business Partner

Job Title: Development Business Partner

Location: Wirral

Salary: £52,000 per year

Job type: Full Time, Permanent - 35 hours per week.

About Alpha Living:

Alpha is an award-winning specialist provider of housing for older people working across the north of England. We provide community based, sheltered housing, extra care housing and support services across 11 local authorities.

We own and manage 960 apartments let on social rents or affordable rents, and have an ambitious strategy for growth over the next five years.

As a leader in the field of older persons' housing, Alpha is known for our top-quartile customer satisfaction ratings, financial stability, and dedicated, high-performing team. We provide more than just homes; we create vibrant communities that support independence and quality of life for our residents.

We are an advocate for older people, speaking out when policy or services just aren't good enough. We make a difference to our residents by creating exciting, affordable places to live where everyone can thrive, and become the best possible version of themselves. We understand our residents and are deeply committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve, driven by our passion and values.

As a values based organisation, our values are our guiding principles. This, coupled with the warmth and strong community spirit of our developments, makes Alpha Living a welcoming and vibrant place to live and work.

About the Role:

At Alpha, we are a kind and thoughtful organisation dedicated to helping older people live independently for longer. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Development Business Partner to take a leading role in delivering our new homes programme and identifying future development opportunities that align with our mission and values.

Reporting to the Director of Operations, this is a pivotal role that will influence the growth and sustainability of Alpha. You will lead on the identification, appraise and delivery of land and property opportunities, ensuring that new developments meet Alpha's design, quality and financial standards. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the Board, you will play a key role in shaping strategic decisions and ensuring all projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly and in accordance with Homes England and other regulatory frameworks.

You will build and maintain productive partnerships with Local Authorities, Homes England, the NHS, landowners and developers, working collaboratively to secure opportunities that support the organisation's long-term objectives. The role also requires close liaison with internal colleagues across housing, finance and asset management to ensure seamless project delivery, effective budget management and successful handover of completed schemes.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated professional who thrives on responsibility, values integrity, and is passionate about delivering high-quality, affordable housing solutions that make a real difference in people's lives.

About You:

You will need to have extensive experience in housing development or the construction sector, with a comprehensive understanding of the full development process and the associated legislative and regulatory frameworks. You will have demonstrable experience of negotiating land acquisitions and contracts, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and delivering successful outcomes within agreed timescales and budgets.

You will hold a relevant professional or technical qualification and be able to demonstrate a sound understanding of planning policy, procurement processes and building contracts. Experience of undertaking financial viability appraisals would be advantageous.

Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, as you will be required to represent Alpha in meetings with key stakeholders, community groups and partners. You will be self-motivated, analytical and commercially aware, with the ability to make informed decisions and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations.

Above all, you will share and demonstrate Alpha's organisational values. You will be bold and brave in your thinking and approach; compassionate in your dealings with others; honest in your communications and decision-making; and positive in your outlook, contributing to a culture of collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle are essential for this role.

Closing Date: Friday 14th November. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Business Development Business Partner, Partnership Manager, Strategic Partnerships Manager, Housing Development Business Partner, may also be considered for this role.