Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.
Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.
At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.
Job details
We’re looking for an experienced Revenues and Benefits Manager to join our team, ensuring the effective delivery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefit and Corporate Fraud operations while shaping how the service evolves for the future.
Reporting to the Head of Customer Services, Revenues and Benefits, you’ll provide strategic and operational leadership across all team functions, ensuring that our services are efficient, effective, compliant with statutory requirements and deliver on our Corporate Priorities. And you’ll be joining us at a very exciting time as our LGR journey picks up pace, presenting an opportunity to shape the future service in a new Unitary Authority.
What you’ll do
- Lead on the day to day running of the Revenues & Benefits service, driving performance and ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements
- Balance day-to-day operational delivery with strategic planning in line with Corporate and Government priorities
- Lead on service improvement through digital transformation and smarter ways of working to ensure efficiency while improving customer outcomes
- Lead on complex cases, appeals and service challenges with confidence
What you’ll bring
- Leadership experience in a Revenues & Benefits team, confident in managing performance, people and change in a fast-moving environment
- Confident communication with the ability to inspire, support, empower and develop teams, and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Proactive, forward-thinking approach and a willingness to challenge how things are done
Does this post require a DBS check? Yes
An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.
Revenues And Benefits Manager in Huntingdon employer: Huntingdonshire District Council
Huntingdonshire District Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and communication. With flexible working hours and provided PPE, employees can enjoy a better work-life balance while contributing to their community through meaningful outdoor work. The council also prioritises employee growth, ensuring that staff have opportunities to develop their skills and advance within the organisation.
Contact Details:
Huntingdonshire District Council Recruitment Team
