Part-Time Development Manager: Resident Communities

FirstPort; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Life assurance

Discount gym membership

Job summary

FirstPort is seeking a Visiting Development Manager to support our Saltdean development in East Sussex. You will perform daily safety checks, coordinate contractors, and maintain records while delivering excellent resident service.

You will also help form a Residents Association, enhance community spirit, and act as a liaison with families and local authorities. The role requires a proactive, communicative, customer-focused professional who can travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly, professional approach.
• Strong communication to resolve issues and keep residents informed.
• Understanding of health and safety best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new systems.
• Organised and accurate record-keeping across multiple tasks.
• Outgoing, proactive team player who can build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high profile around the development / office, ensuring residents are checked within requirements.
• Carry out daily checks to keep the building safe and secure; maintain records and data protection; manage contractors.
• Oversee works, raise orders, monitor progress and sign off completion.
• Encourage and support Residents Association, help plan social events and build community.
• Build links with residents’ families, local authorities, doctors and social workers as required.
• In emergencies, call the appropriate response team or authorities.
• Assist with Sales listed with partner Retirement Homesearch and welcome new residents.
• Collaborate with local Development Manager peers and travel to meetings.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Health & Safety

IT

Administration

Personal

Job description

FirstPort is seeking a Visiting Development Manager to support our Saltdean development in East Sussex. You will perform daily safety checks, coordinate contractors, and maintain records while delivering excellent resident service.

You will also help form a Residents Association, enhance community spirit, and act as a liaison with families and local authorities. The role requires a proactive, communicative, customer-focused professional who can travel as needed.