Regeneration Manager

About Haringey About us Haringey Council is one of 32 in London. Haringey is an extremely diverse borough, and the Council has set clear ambitious objectives through its borough plan to make Haringey a better place to live, encourage investment and create opportunities that all can share. Haringey’s vision for the future is one of sustainable growth, in housing and jobs and on helping our residents and businesses take advantage of that growth. We have got huge ambitions for Haringey. As the shape of local government continues to change, we are determined to rise to the challenge and find new ways to ensure that our residents enjoy the best opportunities in life. Working at Haringey gives you the opportunity to play a part in meeting those ambitions on behalf of everyone who calls the borough their home. About the role We are in search of skilled and seasoned Regeneration professionals to aid in realising the vision set out in Shaping Wood Green. Transitioning from vision to implementation marks the next phase of Wood Green's regeneration journey. In this context, we are seeking a dynamic professional to join the Wood Green team, taking the lead in steering ambitious capital, community, and economic development projects. The role of Regeneration Manager entails leading a highly motivated team, spearheading diverse projects, encompassing co-designed retrofit community initiatives, public realm enhancements to bolster green spaces and air quality, and initiatives promoting active travel. Notably, innovative strategies are earmarked to address challenges facing the high street, including the formulation of a town centre evening strategy and the conversion of retail units into cultural and civic infrastructure. Working for Haringey At Haringey Council we are committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce so welcome applications from all ethnicities and communities so that we continue to make a difference to our residents and community. Our benefits package includes a leave entitlement of 30 days + bank holidays, potential hybrid working opportunities, health and wellbeing support, a generous local government pension scheme and a range of discount schemes across leisure and culture that provide both financial and money-saving discounts. About you The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent project management skills, evidenced by a track record of delivering capital projects on time and within budget. Moreover, they should demonstrate practical experience in developing and overseeing various regeneration projects from inception to completion. Essential attributes include a proven ability to form partnerships and engage communities in project delivery, as well as establishing positive and productive working relationships both internally and externally, including with landowners and key partners. Experience in procuring and supervising project teams, including the commissioning of design work on architecture and public realm schemes from external consultancy teams, is also essential. The successful candidate will be a self-motivated individual capable of driving complex projects forward, necessitating regular liaison with senior managers, elected representatives, and a wide range of local stakeholders. Importantly, they should have a demonstrated ability to manage teams effectively to ensure project objectives are achieved, along with experience in managing complex regeneration budgets over extended periods. They should be able to demonstrate track record in managing a highly motivated and experienced team within a fast-paced environment within a local authority.   About the team With oversight of a budget ranging from £2-5 million, the Regeneration Manager will also be tasked with motivating and managing a team of 2-4 passionate regeneration officers, spanning disciplines from capital delivery to community engagement. This permanent role offers the opportunity for professional growth within a supportive and friendly team environment, enabling the successful candidate to spearhead architectural and public realm projects at the heart of Wood Green