Housing Manager

We are looking for an exceptional Housing Manager to lead our Housing Service at an exciting and transformational time.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced housing professional who is passionate about delivering excellent services and shaping the future of housing management during one of the most significant periods of change in local government. As we prepare to transition to a new unitary authority in April 2027, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in influencing service design, driving continuous improvement, and helping to create a modern, high-performing, resident-focused housing service.

Leading a service responsible for approximately 4,700 homes, including around 210 senior living properties, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across tenancy and neighbourhood management, tenancy sustainment, anti-social behaviour, tenancy enforcement, safeguarding, and service improvement.

Reporting to the Head of Housing, you will lead a dedicated team delivering a comprehensive housing management service, including:

• Lead and develop high-quality tenancy and neighbourhood management services.
• Tackle anti-social behaviour through early intervention, partnership working, and robust enforcement where necessary.
• Support tenancy sustainment and promote positive outcomes for residents and communities.
• Safeguard vulnerable residents and ensure appropriate support is provided when needed.
• Ensure strong service performance, regulatory compliance, and effective tenancy management practices.
• Use customer data, insight, and resident feedback to shape services, drive continuous improvement, and deliver better outcomes for residents.
• Build strong partnerships with internal teams and external agencies to create safer, stronger, and more resilient communities.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues across Repairs, Customer Services, Compliance, Housing Needs, Community Services, the Police, and partner agencies to deliver excellent outcomes for residents and build safer, stronger communities.

We are seeking a visible and inspiring leader who can engage, motivate, and develop teams while driving performance and service improvement.

You will have:

• Significant experience in housing management within a local authority or social housing environment
• Strong knowledge of housing law, tenancy management, anti-social behaviour, and safeguarding
• A proven track record of leading teams and delivering service improvements
• Experience of managing performance and driving positive outcomes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A commitment to delivering outstanding customer service and improving residents' lives

This is an opportunity to:

• Shape the future of housing services within a new unitary authority
• Lead a committed and experienced team
• Drive meaningful improvements for residents and communities
• Be part of a collaborative and ambitious organisation focused on excellence

If you are an ambitious housing leader with the vision, passion, and determination to make a lasting impact, we would love to hear from you.

• Hybrid and agile working policies
• Training and development opportunities including apprenticeships
• Generous annual leave and flexi time
• An employee assistance programme
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

The closing date for application is 9am on the 25th September 2026 and we anticipate interviews being held on the 2nd October 2026.

The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here
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