Assistant Director - Housing
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Posted: 29/03/2025
- £650 - £750 per day + Negotiable DOE
- South Yorkshire
- Contract
Interim Assistant Director - Housing
Location: South Yorkshire
Contract: Interim/ongoing
Pay: £650-750 per day Negotiable
Our client, a local authority in South Yorkshire, is seeking an experienced Assistant Director - Housing to lead a high-performing housing service that manages over 20,000 council homes and is delivering an ambitious housing growth programme.
The Role
This is a strategic and operational leadership position, responsible for housing growth, regulatory compliance, repairs, service transformation, and investment in net-zero housing initiatives. The postholder will report directly to the Strategic Director, providing expert housing advice and supporting political decision-making.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead housing service transformation and ensure the council is prepared for regulatory compliance.
- Oversee repairs, investment, and housing growth to deliver high-quality homes for residents.
- Drive net-zero housing initiatives, aligning with sustainability goals.
- Strengthen partnerships with private, community, and voluntary sectors and contribute to housing objectives.
- Provide strategic leadership to housing teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
- Deliver high-level briefings and housing advice to senior political stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Negotiate and influence at senior levels to develop effective partnerships and drive forward key housing priorities.
About You
- Chartered Institute of Housing - Chartered Member or equivalent.
- Significant strategic leadership experience within housing, ideally in a local authority or public sector setting.
- Proven track record in managing change and service transformation.
- Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Experience delivering housing growth, regulatory compliance, and sustainability-focused investment.
How to Apply
If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on 01772 954200.
Joe O’Halloran
Lead Consultant