Senior Development Programme Manager

A place to create moments that matter

Location: Hybrid Salary: £69,741 per annum Permanent, 35 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9am-5pm.

Thousands of families across the country rely on us for a safe, affordable home. And as the housing crisis deepens, the work we do has never been more important.

It’s this belief - that everyone deserves a place to call home - that drives everything we do. Together, we find new ways to understand and champion our customers, support them and drive positive change.

For a career that means more and makes a meaningful impact on society, this is the place to be.

About the role

Lead the delivery of affordable homes that make a real difference to people’s lives. As our Senior Development Programme Manager, you’ll play a key role in shaping and delivering Accent’s development programme, working with partners, funders and stakeholders to bring new homes and communities to life. If you're a strategic thinker with strong programme leadership skills and a passion for creating positive social impact, this is an exciting opportunity to influence growth, drive performance and help more people feel good to be home.

Salary

The spot salary for this post is £69,741 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the post. If you’re still developing some of the skills or experience, you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate, with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.

About you

You'll be an experienced development and programme management professional with a strong track record of leading large-scale development programmes, managing budgets and performance, and working with funding bodies and key stakeholders. You’ll be confident analysing complex information, preparing high-quality reports and presenting to senior audiences, while bringing excellent leadership and communication skills to motivate and develop others. With a strong understanding of development appraisal, programme monitoring and public funding, you'll be passionate about delivering affordable homes, driving continuous improvement and collaborating with partners to achieve outstanding outcomes for customers and communities.

Interviews

We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are - a place to grow, a place to thrive, a place to be you.

Stage 1: A Place to Connect A Teams interview with the hiring manager. You’ll learn more about the role and team, and we’ll get to know you – your experience, goals, and what you bring. Planned date: 23rd & 24th September via Teams.

Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths A role related assessment and behavioural and scenario-based interview focused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life situations. You'll be asked to complete a Customer Service Questionnaire in advance. Planned date: 30th September at our Peterborough office.

We aim to make the process clear, supportive, and genuinely valuable – a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.

A place to build a future

We’ve got big ambitions and we’re looking for people who want to grow with us. Here, you’ll have the chance to learn new skills, shape your career, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.

And because we believe great work deserves great rewards, here’s what you can look forward to: Generous time off – 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, an extra day for your birthday, and the option to buy more. Health & wellbeing support – Cash health plan, Health MOTs, online GP access, gym discounts, and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about. Financial perks – Car leasing options, salary sacrifice schemes, and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further. Future-focused benefits – Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice, plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind. Family-friendly policies – Enhanced parental leave, flexible working options, and support for work-life balance. Career development – From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy, apprenticeships, and more – we’ll help you grow and succeed.

This is more than a job – it’s a place where you can make an impact, feel valued, and be rewarded for what you do.

We’re Committed to Inclusion

We believe diversity makes us stronger and we’re committed to creating a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to thrive.

Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive, and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage, just let us know – we’ll make it happen.

Because this isn’t just a workplace – it’s a place to belong.

Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK, Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

If you’re looking for a place you can make a positive difference to society, to our organisation and to your future, apply now.

Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role