Ben Cane
About Ben Cane
Ben Cane serves as the Head of Development (South West) at Legal & General, where he focuses on acquiring s106 schemes to support the company's affordable housing strategy. He has extensive experience in development roles at various organizations, including Aster Group Limited and The Guinness Partnership.
Current Role at Legal & General
Ben Cane serves as the Head of Development (South West) at Legal & General, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he is involved in the acquisition of s106 schemes from developers and house-builders, which is part of the company's development strategy for affordable housing. He plays a significant role in collaborating with local authorities and housing associations to enhance the delivery of affordable homes in the region.
Previous Experience in Housing Development
Before joining Legal & General, Ben Cane held various positions in housing development. He worked at The Guinness Partnership as Head of Development - New Business (West) from 2015 to 2019 and as Head of Development (interim) from 2014 to 2019. His earlier experience includes serving as Senior Development Manager at The Guinness Partnership from 2012 to 2015 and as Area Development Manager at Aster Group Limited from 2006 to 2009.
Career at Aster Group Limited
Ben Cane's career at Aster Group Limited spanned several roles. He started as Area Development Manager from 2006 to 2009, then transitioned to Business Development Manager from 2011 to 2012. He later served as Head of Development from 2009 to 2011. His experience at Aster Group contributed to his expertise in housing development and project management.
Long-Term Role at Post Office
Ben Cane worked at the Post Office as an Implementation Project Manager for the Horizon Team from 1989 to 2004. This 15-year tenure provided him with extensive experience in project management, which has been beneficial in his subsequent roles in housing development.
Educational Background
Ben Cane studied at Northfields Upper School from 1982 to 1986. This foundational education set the stage for his career in project management and housing development.