Head of Housing Governance & Improvement
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Organisation: Kirklees
Directorate: Place
Service Area: Homes & Neighbourhoods
Hours: 37
Number of Jobs: 1
Location(s): Huddersfield and surrounding areas
Position type: Permanent
Grade: Grade 18-19
About the Role: As the Head of Housing Governance & Improvement, you will support the Director of Homes and Neighbourhoods with operational strategy, business assurance, risk management, and compliance with legislation and social housing regulation. You will provide high-level advice, leadership, and direction to ensure the service continues its transformation journey.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead all operational aspects of the Governance & Improvement.
2. Prepare detailed reports and present them to senior leadership and the Council’s Cabinet.
3. Develop a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
4. Manage budgets and resources effectively.
5. Ensure compliance with legislative and regulatory changes.
6. Focus on key areas including compliance, regulation, improvement, performance management, and quality and data.
About You: We are looking for a candidate with the following essential skills and experience:
1. Degree level qualification or equivalent and/or relevant professional qualification (e.g., CIH Level 5).
2. Substantial experience at senior management level in social housing governance and assurance.
3. Significant experience of managing large and complex transformation projects.
4. Strong financial acumen and reasoning.
5. Excellent people leadership skills and a strong sense of doing what is right for residents.
6. Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills.
About The Organisation: Kirklees Council's Homes and Neighbourhoods service is dedicated to providing high-quality social housing and improving the lives of our residents. We are committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in service delivery. Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, diversity, and professional growth.
If you are passionate about making a difference and meet the essential criteria, we would love to hear from you!
This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
We know there’s a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities. So, if you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: jobs@kirklees.gov.uk or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for ‘Recruitment’.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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