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Join our team

  • Position: development manager
  • Location: Any HIE office location/hybrid working will be considered.
  • Starting salary: £37,989 per annum. Excellent pension and benefits package.
  • Contract/hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, on a fixed term contract until 31 March 2027.

    The role

    We’re looking for a proactive and motivated development manager to play a key role in supporting communities across the Highlands and Islands to take ownership of land and buildings that matter to them.

    Working as part of our Community Assets Team, you will provide practical advice and guidance to community bodies, assess and progress funding applications in line with governance and due diligence requirements, and contribute to the delivery of the Scottish Land Fund.

    You will build trusted relationships with partners and colleagues, stay informed on relevant policy, legislation and funding opportunities, and help demonstrate the social, economic and environmental impact of community asset ownership.  

    About you

    This role would suit someone with experience in project development or management, a strong understanding of community led or third sector development, and the confidence to analyse financial information and convey complex ideas clearly.

    You will be adaptable, well organised and comfortable working independently as well as collaboratively across a geographically dispersed team, with the flexibility to travel within the region as required.

      

    To apply

    To find out more see our job description and person specification. To apply please complete our online application form.

    Apply here

     

    Job reference: 1141

    Closing date: Friday 8 May 2026

    Interviews: week commencing 18 May 2026

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