Housing Manager Sector Local Authority Day rate: £250 - £275 per day (Umbrella) Hybrid Working Working Pattern Mon – Friday full-time hours, with four days per week spent in the field. Location: London Duration: 6 months We have an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled and qualified Temporary Housing Manager to join a leading local authority in London. In this role, you will lead and manage a team of housing officers and assistants, delivering a cost-effective neighbourhood service that provides high-quality housing advice, fosters stakeholder engagement, contributes to safe and sustainable communities, and enhances resident satisfaction and quality of life. Key Duties: Business Planning and Budgeting : Implement and contribute to the development of the neighbourhood services business plan and budget. Team Engagement : Ensure team members understand their contribution to corporate targets, promoting engagement through personal example, recognition, and communication. Stakeholder Collaboration : Work in partnership with stakeholders and local communities to provide integrated services within a neighbourhood management framework. Tenancy Management : Ensure adherence to tenancy terms and conditions to minimize nuisance and increase resident satisfaction. Tenancy Checks : Plan and oversee a programme of tenancy checks to eliminate breaches, reduce illegal occupancy, and improve housing stock use and resident satisfaction. Estate Inspections : Ensure quarterly estate inspections with representatives from repairs and estate services, working with tenant and resident associations to maintain high standards and improve estates. Fire Risk Assessments : Ensure team members action recommendations from fire risk assessments. Essential Requirements: Qualifications : Degree level education or equivalent training in housing (e.g., NVQ Level 4) or sufficient experience. Experience : Proven experience managing neighbourhood services in a social housing environment, with a track record of effective team management and service performance. Change Management : Successful experience in managing change and continuous improvement to enhance organisational performance, reduce costs, and deliver customer satisfaction. Legislative Knowledge : Strong understanding of housing legislation, regulatory frameworks, and case law. Housing Management : Knowledge of housing management, particularly voids and lettings services within a social housing context. Commitment to Equality : Understanding and commitment to equalities legislation and organisational policies. Team Leadership : Ability to attract, retain, motivate, and coach team members. Project Management : Skilled in planning and managing projects, including risk, cost, and time management. Data Analysis : Competent in analysing and interpreting data to plan resources effectively. IT Skills : Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel. Communication Skills : Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation and report writing. Relationship Building : Ability to influence and build relationships effectively. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the quality of life for residents in London. Experience working for a Local Authority an advance. Interviews to take place as soon as possible, with a start thereafter. If you have the skills and experience required for this role, please submit your CV now for immediate review.