Location
Hillman St, London

Hours
Full Time - 36 hours per week

Salary
£49,155 - £57,495 per annum (Grade PO3 - PO5)

About the Role
Hackney Borough Council is one of the most dynamic and progressive local authorities in the UK, known for its resilience, vibrancy, and creativity. We are seeking four Development Officers to join our Housing Regeneration and Delivery team within the Regeneration service. One position is a permanent full-time role, and the others are 18-month fixed term contracts, including one part-time opportunity.

As a Development Officer, you will play a key role in delivering one of the most complex and exciting housing development and regeneration programmes in the UK. You will support a range of housing regeneration projects at all stages, from inception to completion, helping to provide genuinely affordable homes for families in need.

The Council is undertaking an ambitious regeneration programme across multiple housing estates and sites, aiming to build over 3,000 new homes in the next 10 years. This includes new council rented, shared ownership, and outright sale homes. The Housing Regeneration and Delivery teams lead the delivery of these projects, managing everything from setting briefs and selecting design teams to procuring contractors and developer partners.

Hackney Council values its staff as its most outstanding asset, committed to serving residents and achieving organisational goals. We are dedicated to equity, anti-racism, inclusion, and fairness across all aspects of life in the borough.

Please note that applications are accepted via an anonymous selection process without supporting statements or CVs. Applicants will complete competency-based questions to demonstrate their suitability. We encourage candidates to apply using their own voice to showcase their unique skills and experience.

Closing date for applications: 08 December 2025 (22:59)
Interview date: Week commencing 19 January 2025

Experience
Some experience of project management within housing development, regeneration, or construction environments is desirable. Proven ability to engage effectively with colleagues and residents, building positive and productive working relationships.

About you
A genuine commitment to delivering exemplary housing development and regeneration schemes. Understanding of housing, regeneration, and planning issues. Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse and dynamic team. Alignment with Hackney Council’s values: Proud, Ambitious, Pioneering, Open, Proactive, Inclusive.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in housing development, regeneration, planning, or related fields are advantageous but not explicitly stated as mandatory.