At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage housing services, ensuring compliance and exceptional customer service.
- Company: Local authority in Tower Hamlets with a focus on community impact.
- Benefits: 6-month contract, competitive pay, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with potential for career growth and impactful community work.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of households in temporary accommodation.
- Qualifications: Degree-level qualification and management experience in housing or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
This position involves leading and managing the Housing Management and Income Recovery Service for a local authority on a 6-month contract. The role is pivotal in overseeing temporary accommodation management, maximizing rental income, and delivering exceptional customer service. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with statutory obligations, council policies, and corporate goals. Additionally, the role supports strategic and operational priorities, fosters continuous service improvement, and ensures value for money, ultimately achieving positive outcomes for households in temporary accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the Housing Management and Income Recovery Service to meet both operational and strategic goals.
- Manage the Council's temporary accommodation portfolio, ensuring alignment with legislation, policy, and best practices.
- Lead initiatives for rental income collection, arrears prevention, and income maximization.
- Monitor service performance and implement plans to enhance efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction.
- Manage contracts and relationships with accommodation providers and contractors to ensure compliance and value for money.
- Cultivate effective partnerships with internal departments, landlords, support agencies, and external partners.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field.
- A management qualification or significant management experience in housing, homelessness, or a related service area.
- Evidence of ongoing professional development in housing management, homelessness, income recovery, or leadership.
Additional Information
- Contract Duration: 6 months
- Working Hours: 35 hours per week
- Location: 160 Whitechapel Road, London, Tower Hamlets, E1 1BJ, United Kingdom
- Work Pattern: Initially 5 days in the office, transitioning to 3 days in the office
- Interview Format: Onsite
- Application Deadline: 30th August 2026, apply ASAP.
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