Housing Policy Lead

Directorate:Chief Executive Office

Pay Level: 7 £ 41,873 – 47,238 fully inclusive of Local Weighting Allowance

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Location: Observatory House / Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)

DBS requirement: Standard

The closing date for applications is midnight on 13th July 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing 20th July 2026

As Housing Policy Lead, you'll lead the development, review, consultation and implementation of approximately 70 housing policies that underpin our landlord services. You'll ensure policies are legally compliant, evidence‑based, accessible and aligned with current legislation, statutory guidance and the Regulator of Social Housing Consumer Standards.

Working closely with housing services, legal, governance, communications and senior leaders, you'll provide expert policy advice, undertake legislative research and translate complex requirements into practical, high‑quality policies that support safe, effective and resident‑focused services.

You will manage the full policy lifecycle, from research and drafting through consultation, governance approval and implementation. You'll produce policy documents, committee reports, briefings and consultation materials, while maintaining oversight of policy reviews, approvals and action plans.

You'll work with tenants, leaseholders and resident groups to ensure resident voice is at the heart of policy development, promoting transparency, equality, accessibility and continuous improvement. You'll identify opportunities to strengthen governance, improve consistency and support regulatory readiness, helping to ensure our Housing Service delivers high‑quality outcomes for residents.

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work‑life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months’ service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum score is reached.

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:

• 26 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years’ service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax‑free childcare and childcare services
• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team:

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Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre‑employment checks.