Job at a glance
Oldham Council and the Greater Manchester Combined Authority are creating the Oldham Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) to unlock a once-in-a-generation regeneration opportunity across Oldham Town Centre, SportsTown and Northern Roots. We are seeking an accomplished development professional to play a leading role in establishing the MDC and converting its ambitious vision into a focused programme of investable and deliverable projects.
The postholder will lead priority schemes through the development lifecycle, shape business cases and investment propositions, coordinate infrastructure and site readiness, and forge strong relationships with developers, funders, landowners and delivery partners. Requiring commercial judgement, energy and ambition, this is an exceptional opportunity to influence Oldham's future and create a lasting regeneration legacy.
The appointment is fixed term to 31 March 2029., Lead complex regeneration projects through development and delivery gateways. Maintain project appraisals, cashflows, funding gaps and the MDC capital pipeline. Prepare business cases, funding submissions and investment propositions. Coordinate land, infrastructure, planning, procurement and partner activity. Provide clear programme, risk and performance reporting to senior governance.
Substantial experience of complex property, regeneration or development projects. Strong commercial, financial and programme-management capability. Ability to work credibly with senior officers, developers, funders and partners. We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy.
As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We've identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing. We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out: Work with a resident focus Support local leaders Committed to the borough Delivery high performance Take ownership and drive change You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page Our Benefits Package: At Oldham Council we offer a great benefits package for our employees, which includes the following: 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10-years' service The option to purchase additional annual leave.
An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions. Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active. Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more. Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work. Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support.
Staff recognition and celebration events. Peer support groups Inclusive Recruitment: We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and therefore expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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