Senior Housing Strategy & Policy Officer - REQ

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12: £50,669 - £56,329 per year

are you passionate about housing and want to make a real difference in communities? Do you want to work for scotland’s largest social landlord and lead on the development and delivery of innovative housing strategies and exciting strategic projects to make a real impact on communities?

we are seeking a proactive, experienced and forward-thinking senior housing strategy and policy officer to lead on the development and delivery of innovative housing strategies that respond to current and future housing needs.

this is a key strategic role, working closely with internal teams, elected members and external partners to deliver sustainable housing solutions that support economic growth, tackle homelessness and improve housing standards.

key responsibilities

• develop and implement housing strategies aligned with corporate objectives and national policy.
• lead on research, data analysis, and forecasting to inform housing needs assessments.
• manage strategic housing projects, including affordable housing delivery and regeneration initiatives.
• provide expert advice on housing policy, legislation, and funding opportunities.
• oversee research, consultation, and engagement with communities and partner organisations.
• build strong partnerships with developers, housing associations, and community stakeholders.

about you

you will be a strategic thinker with excellent analytical and communication skills, able to manage complex projects and influence a wide range of stakeholders.

• proven experience in housing strategy and policy development.
• strong understanding of housing legislation, policy, housing markets, affordable housing delivery, planning frameworks, and funding mechanisms.
• excellent analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• ability to influence and negotiate at senior levels.
• degree or equivalent qualification in housing, planning, or related discipline.

why join us?

• competitive salary and pension scheme.
• opportunity to shape housing policy and make a real impact on communities.
• collaborative and supportive working environment.
• opportunities for professional development and career progression.

this role operates on a hybrid basis with a combination of home working, office attendance within the civic centre, motherwell and site visits/meetings as required across other locations.

working pattern:

monday - thursday: 08:45am - 16:45pm

friday: 08:45am - 16:15pm

working here at north lanarkshire council

if you’re considering a career with us, you’ll be keen to know what’s in it for you. We have a great package of benefits available, from health and wellbeing to finances and family. This includes 27 days annual leave and 6 public holidays*, and a wide range of benefits available to you, find out more at work well nl. we also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy learnnl to help you reach your full potential and further your career.

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north lanarkshire council are happy to talk flexible working, we operate a smarter working policy.

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* for all casual/sessional roles, you will receive 12.1% of your hourly rate for every hour worked in total recompense for annual leave, including public holidays. These rates will be indicated separately on your payslip. You will only be paid for the hours that you work.

north lanarkshire council has reached its current allocation of certificates of sponsorship and, as a result, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship at this time.

we are a disability confident leader and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who consider themselves to be disabled, as long as they meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.

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