We are currently supporting a local authority to recruit a Corporate Head of Community Housing. This is a key strategic leadership role overseeing housing options, temporary accommodation, housing support, and the resettlement teams. The role has a strong focus on homelessness prevention, partnership engagement, and the delivery of high-quality resident-focused services.

As a member of the senior leadership team, you will contribute to corporate priorities while driving innovation, efficiency, and improvement across the housing division. You will be accountable for delivering statutory housing responsibilities while ensuring the voice of residents is at the heart of decision-making.
 
Key Responsibilities
·Provide strategic direction across all community housing functions.
·Lead the development and implementation of homelessness prevention strategies.
·Oversee performance, financial management, and quality assurance across all services.
·Develop and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams, elected members, and external organisations.
·Commission and deliver services that meet the needs of vulnerable residents and reflect corporate priorities.
·Promote innovation and transformation through smarter working and digital solutions.
·Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding responsibilities.
·Lead and develop a high-performing, inclusive workforce.
 
About You
·Proven track record of leadership at a senior level within housing or community services.
·Strong understanding of homelessness legislation and housing policy.
·Skilled in strategic planning, performance management, and service transformation.
·Experience working in a political environment and engaging with elected members.
·Excellent stakeholder and partnership management skills.
·Financially astute with experience managing large and complex budgets.
·Able to lead, inspire, and develop teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
·A collaborative leader with excellent communication, influencing, and problem-solving abilities.

How to Apply
If you are interested in this role and meet the criteria above, please send us your application today. If you have any questions about the vacancy, please click APPLY NOW.

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Footnote
If you feel that this job matches your skills but not the rate, location, or seniority, please feel free to send us your CV anyway. We constantly recruit for similar roles across all levels, UK-wide, and would be pleased to speak with you confidentially about your employment status.
Even if you're currently satisfied in your role, we welcome calls from housing professionals looking to make future connections. Our specialist team at Carrington West has over 100 years of combined experience in this market. For more information, call Zubair at Carrington West on 02393 876065.
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