Assistant Development Manager

Heathrow Airport; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international airport is seeking an Assistant Development Manager to support the Commercial Property Development team in optimizing real estate ventures. Responsibilities include driving new developments, refining investment strategies, and conducting feasibility studies. The ideal candidate showcases strong financial abilities and proficiency in Excel while engaging with various stakeholders. Competitive salary and hybrid working arrangements available.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Generous leave

Private health insurance

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in creating financial models and cashflows.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders in complex environments.
• Strong critical and strategic thinking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive new developments to optimize non-aero revenue.
• Support property development strategy refinement and implementation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and draft business cases.

Skills

Financial numeracy

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Good stakeholder engagement

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Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity to support the Commercial Property Development team, influence the development and execution of our H8 Business Plan, and contribute to our ambitions to transform our real estate portfolio by unlocking the development of our CTA (Central Terminal Area) and Perimeter land banks, in order to support us being an airport fit for the future.

The role of Assistant Development Manager will play a key role in supporting business case development and strategy curation for property development capital projects due for initiation or completion in Heathrow's H7 and H8 regulatory periods. The role will report to the Senior Development Strategy Manager and also provide key support to the Strategic Development Manager.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Development Strategy Manager and Strategic Development Manager to drive new developments across the estate, with a view to optimising non-aero revenue for Heathrow.
• Support on the work to refine and implement our property development strategy, including working closely with our internal regulation team and engaging with the CAA to seek regulatory change to enable investment.
• Provide support on feasibility studies of development opportunities, sourcing preliminary market evidence and drafting high-level business cases to support senior managers' scope development opportunities.
• Assist with detailed development and strategy briefs for use in tendering, partner selection, or internal governance.
• Support specific property development capital projects with financial and numerical analysis, stakeholder engagement, and take a lead in producing reports and presentation materials.

Qualifications

• Financial numeracy, strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent presentation creation and report writing skills for diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Excel for creating financial models and cashflows.
• Good stakeholder engagement, management, and influencing skills within complex environments.
• Critical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Understanding of operational estates, inter-dependencies, contractual procedures, and experience working with multidisciplinary technical teams.

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About Us

There's something special about working at the world's most iconic airport. Heathrow offers a vibrant environment full of opportunities, diverse cultures, and exciting career prospects. We are committed to sustainability and innovation, working to welcome more passengers while leading global efforts in sustainable aviation.

Join us and support your ambitions with learning opportunities, inclusive policies, and a dynamic work environment. Because there's no place like Heathrow.

Our Rewards

We offer competitive salaries, performance bonuses, generous leave, market-leading pensions, private health insurance, wellbeing tools, and development opportunities, ensuring a fulfilling career journey.

Working Location

Our hybrid approach allows working from home around two days a week, with arrangements varying by team. Applicants must be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow.

Sustainable Travel to Work

Heathrow promotes sustainable travel options through its guide.

Equal Opportunities

We encourage applications from all, championing diversity and inclusivity through our networks and accessible workplace.

About the Team

Our team drives profitability across retail, property, transport, passenger services, and digital innovation, aiming to enhance passenger experience and generate income to support ongoing investments in the airport.