Phil Lacey
Leeds,West Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced professional with in-depth knowledge of affordable housing development amassed over almost 20-years, with a proven track record in delivering 1000's of mixed tenure homes via Homes England's Affordable Homes Programme and s.106 affordable homes across the UK.
Demonstrates strong financial analytical knowledge, communication skills, and leadership abilities.
Adept at problem-solving and remaining calm under pressure.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Group Head of Affordable Housing
Avant Homes
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
2023.04 - Current
- Strategic lead for multi-tenure partnerships to deliver affordable housing nationally
- Established an affordable housing land acquisition strategy, ensuring the delivery of 1000's affordable homes with over 20 RPs
- Created a contract negotiation framework for regional land teams
- Partnership lead with affordable housing sector and HBF
- Strategic adviser to all regional business units on affordable homes, additionality and 100% affordable housing sites
Development Manager (Head of Land & Partnerships)
Karbon Homes
York, North Yorkshire
2018.12 - 2023.04
- Spearheaded the rapid growth of affordable housing delivery into the Yorkshire region
- Established a new business and development delivery team in Yorkshire
- Secured 1000's of affordable homes via Homes England AHP, including successfully becoming a Strategic Partner, alongside the acquisition of multiple s106 homes from all major house builders.
- Worked closely with executive leadership, providing insightful inputs on strategy formulation, bid strategy and Board reporting
New Homes Project Manager
Connect Housing
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2013.12 - 2018.12
- Project manage the delivery of mixed tenure affordable housing developments from inception to handover and defects
- Identify new business opportunities
- Prepare detailed financial viability assessments and board reports advising on the risks involved with new developments
Senior Sales & Marketing Officer
Connect Housing
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2007.12 - 2013.12
- Led a team on the sale and leasehold management of affordable home ownership schemes, including shared ownership, right to acquire and discount market sale
- Marketing of properties for sale, including show homes and sales setup
Sales Negotiator
Barratt Homes
Leeds, West Yorkshire
2006.07 - 2007.12
- Met commercial targets to sell open market new build homes on several sites in West Yorkshire
- Provided exceptional customer care through out the home buying experience
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business & Marketing
Leeds Metropolitan University
Leeds 2003.09 - 2006.07
Skills
- In depth knowledge of affordable housing development
- Partnership working
- Financial analysis
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Land acquisition and contract negotiation
- Project management
Affiliations
- Running
- Hiking
Certification
Association of Project Management (AMP) certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Group Head of Affordable Housing
Avant Homes
2023.04 - Current
Development Manager (Head of Land & Partnerships)
Karbon Homes
2018.12 - 2023.04
New Homes Project Manager
Connect Housing
2013.12 - 2018.12
Senior Sales & Marketing Officer
Connect Housing
2007.12 - 2013.12
Sales Negotiator
Barratt Homes
2006.07 - 2007.12
Bachelor of Arts - Business & Marketing
Leeds Metropolitan University
2003.09 - 2006.07