Hays are delighted to be working in partnership with Epping Forest District Council (EFDC) to recruit a Service Manager for the Development Team.

EFDC are in the process of changing how they think about service delivery in the future and this role is a key part of that process. The district is facing an unprecedented period of growth, which will bring changes in demographics, in the types of services required and, in the ways, people access those services. 

The drivers for change are:

 • Customers – Building services around the people we serve
 • Efficiency – Making the very best of our people, time and money
 • Effectiveness – An agile flexible workforce achieving our ambitions and working together and in partnership

As the Service Manager you will be responsible for managing and delivering the Housebuilding Programme for EFDC. This is an exciting time to join EFDC as the Council is looking to establish a Development Company within the next 18 months. You will be instrumental in driving forward the current house-building programme whilst the Development Company is set up. 

Working in collaboration with the appointed framework you will be responsible for delivering the programme by identifying development opportunities, particularly for affordable properties and presenting feasibility reports and financial appraisals to the Council Housebuilding Cabinet Committee. You will advise and negotiate with developers, housing associations and planning officers regarding the amount, tenure mix, property types, design standards and other requirements. You will also act as the contract administrator for the strategic frame work alliance. Responsibility will be taken for seeking and obtaining planning permissions, procuring contractors and supervising works. 

As the Service Manager you will be responsible for a team of 6 members of staff and will provide robust management within the function by agreeing personal targets for staff and carrying out regular performance management reviews. 

To be successful in this position, you need to have experience in Development, in particular housing enabling and residential development. You will need to have good understanding of Section 106 planning agreements and be competent delivering a high-profile housebuilding programme. You will need to demonstrate a track record of managing, leading and motivating staff including aspects of performance management. 

In return EFDC are offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits package which includes flexible working arrangements and career and professional development. 

For more information about the role and organisation please visit their dedicated recruitment microsite: microsites.hays.co.uk/jobs/eppingforestdc or for an informal discussion please contact Laura Kittle who is the retained consultant working in partnership with EFDC. 

Closing date for all applications: 11th September 
Shortlisting assessment (telephone based) w/c 16th September days/times tbc 
Interviews will commence: w/c 23rd September days/times tbc 

All third party & direct applicants will be forwarded directly to Laura Kittle at Hays to be screened as part of the recruitment process. 

EFDC is an equal opportunities employer. They welcome applications, regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.