Housing Options Manager
Hertsmere Borough Council, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Housing Options Manager
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Hertsmere Borough Council, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 24 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
Job ref: bb820bc9d3f342569cb366ecf2bf06a9
Location ref: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Full Job Description
Join our dedicated Strategic Housing and Housing Services team at an exciting time of change and innovation in local housing services. We are a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking team committed to making a real difference to residents' lives by preventing homelessness and increasing access to affordable housing. You'll work in an environment where professional development is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and your leadership can have a visible impact on people and communities. As Housing Options Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the housing team, and shaping the Council's Housing Register, Choice Based Lettings system & wider housing objectives. You will oversee complex casework, ensure compliance with housing legislation, and drive continuous improvement in policies, procedures and service delivery. Working closely with partners across the borough, you will help develop innovative solutions to addressing housing need while ensuring services are financially sustainable, well governed and focused on positive outcomes for residents.
We are looking for an experienced housing professional with strong leadership skills, excellent judgement and a genuine commitment to public service. You will bring substantial experience in social housing or homelessness, a solid understanding of housing law, and the ability to manage teams, budgets and partnerships effectively. Above all, you will be a compassionate, inclusive and customer-focused leader who thrives on collaboration, embraces change, and is motivated by helping people find safe, secure and suitable homes.
The post is offered on a permanent, full time basis (36 hours per week).,
- 27 - 32 days annual leave (depending on length of Local Gvt Service) - plus all bank holidays
- Local government pension scheme
- Flexi-Leave - accrue extra hours & exchange for up to 2 days leave per month
- Free gym membership
- Cycle schemes (Cycle to Work Scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff)
- Free wellbeing benefits (such as lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, health MOT)
- Employee Assistance Programme The Council operates a hybrid working system where employees may work up to three days per week from home.