Senior Development Analyst

Clarion Housing
Manchester
1 year ago
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Salary: £56,076 - £65,971 per annumLocation: Manchester, Fountain StreetHours: 36 hours per weekContract Type: 3 month Secondment/Fixed Term ContractAre you looking for a new, exciting challenge? Do you have experience working in property development finance?We have an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Analyst to join our Development Finance team in Manchester.In a nutshell, you will be first point of contact for investment and finance related matters across all our Central and North schemes, for both private sale and affordable housing property development. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships between the Development and Finance Directorates.Other key duties include:Leading on providing timely and accurate management reporting information for your scheme portfolioActing as the principal finance representative at monthly scheme progress meetings and influence scheme outcomesAssessing the financial and commercial risks of investment proposals, applying sensitivity and scenario analysis, and identifying mitigating actions for risk management; andPro-actively supporting your regional finance colleagues in reviewing commercial investment appraisals for proposed acquisitions, conducting financial due diligence, advising the Development team on deal structures, and drafting investment papersWe're looking for a qualified Accountant (or equivalent level of experience) with a thorough understanding of the UK residential property market and excellent analytical skills.You will come to us with prior experience in property development finance, ideally with experience of investment appraisal financial modelling for mixed tenure schemes. You will have excellent communication skills and should be confident dealing with multiple stakeholders, presenting financial information and influencing decisions.Please review the full role profile on our website before applying.Closing Date: Monday 10th February 2025 at midnight.Salaries are just the starting point. Here at Clarion we're dedicated to rewarding hard work and commitment, and providing benefits that support you and your lifestyle.Not sure who we are and what we do? Click 'apply' to visit our website where you can dive in and find out more about us and the benefits we offer.You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.Whilst we recognise the growth and popularity of artificial intelligence (AI), it is important we are confident that your application is unique and has been completed without the use of AI technology. Applicants progressing through our selection process are not permitted to use AI technology tools or software.TPBN1_UKTJ

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