Affordable Programmes Officer

Job Description

As the UKs leading social enterprise, we take a commercial approach to Community building. Through our end-to-end Developments business, we seek to maximise value in all its forms and for all stakeholders, while creating and supporting Communities thatdeliver optimum social, economic and environmentally balanced outcomes.We have a long-term commitment to designing and constructing quality homes in sustainable, inclusive, and thriving Communities equipped with comprehensive social and commercial amenities and infrastructure. We operate across England and Scotland, throughfour regional development businesses, a specialised Placemaking and Regeneration team and a newly formed Strategic Land division.This allows us to combine the strengths of a national developer with local knowledge and focus.More about you As Affordable Programmes Officer, youll play a pivotal role in facilitating the delivery of our affordable housing development programmes across England and Scotland. You will support the forecasting and monitoring of activity, expenditure and grant claimswithin the Groups affordable housing programme. You will gather, review, and manage data sourced from various regions and our financial systems and collate this data for reports and submissions.This position will require a strong focus on administrative tasks, ranging from data submission to the meticulous gathering and organization of information. Your efforts will ensure compliance with regulatory standards, support the achievement of our deliverytargets and contribute to the smooth operation of our affordable housing development programmes.For more information, please download the attached Job Profile. More about your role.We are looking for an individual with robust computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in Word and Excel. Your analytical prowess will be crucial as you interpret data to drive informed decision-making processes. Familiarity withHomes Englands Affordable Homes Programme ( Strategic Partnerships in particular) along with their Investment Management System (IMS), procedures, standards, and audit requirements will be an advantage.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are essential for effective collaboration within our team and with external stakeholders. As a self-motivated individual, you thrive under pressure and excel in environments where autonomy is valued.Being personable and adept at quickly building relationships, along with strong influencing and negotiation skills, are highly desirable attributes.BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that theres always more we can do to make you smile, thats why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly.
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave.
• Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
• Training and development
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.

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