Head of Development and Commercial

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the company's development and commercial strategy
• Identify new market opportunities, growth areas, and strategic partnerships
• Lead long-term planning aligned with corporate objectives
• Provide executive-level advice on investment decisions and risk management
• Present development and commercial performance to the Board and investors

Development Management

Oversee the full project lifecycle, including:

• Site acquisition and origination
• Feasibility studies
• Planning and regulatory approvals
• Design development
• Procurement strategy
• Delivery oversight

• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Manage development risk assessments and mitigation strategies
• Coordinate with technical, legal, finance, and operations teams

Commercial Strategy & Revenue Optimization

• Develop and implement pricing, leasing, sales, or commercialization strategies
• Lead contract negotiations with partners, tenants, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Structure joint ventures, development agreements, and funding arrangements
• Optimize revenue streams and ensure commercial viability of projects
• Monitor market trends and competitor positioning

Financial Oversight

• Lead financial modeling, investment appraisals, and ROI analysis
• Prepare and approve development budgets and cashflow forecasts
• Monitor project financial performance and margin targets
• Secure financing, manage lender relationships, and oversee funding structures
• Ensure compliance with financial governance standards

Stakeholder & Partnership Management

Build and maintain relationships with:

• Investors
• Government bodies
• Strategic partners
• Contractors and consultants
• Key clients

• Represent the company in high-level negotiations
• Lead community and regulatory engagement where applicable