Job Title: Interim Housing Transformation Programme Lead
Location: London, hybrid
Contract: Interim
Salary/Rate: Competitive, depending on experience, Inside IR35
About Us:
Our local government client is dedicated to improving housing services and making a positive difference in our community. Managing one of the largest housing stock in the UK, they're committed to transformative change in the way they deliver essential housing services. As they enhance accountability, streamline their processes, and improve their service delivery, they're looking for innovative professionals to join them in reshaping their housing landscape.
The team values diversity, equity, and inclusivity, and we welcome candidates who bring diverse perspectives that enrich our mission.
The Opportunity:
The Council is embarking on a major transformation of its housing services, with a commitment to regulatory excellence and a focus on tenant-centered improvements. As the Housing Transformation Programme Lead, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of housing by driving a comprehensive re-evaluation of their housing operations, repairs, maintenance, and overall service lifecycle.
Key responsibilities in this role include:
- Programme Leadership: Oversee the transformation of housing services to align with the council's operational and cultural vision, promoting excellence and unity across all housing functions.
- Governance Development: Establish and manage a Programme Management Office (PMO) to ensure accountability and transparent decision-making throughout the transformation process.
- Discovery & Analysis: Conduct a detailed analysis of housing operations, identifying key areas for improvement in alignment with regulatory expectations and best practices.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong, collaborative relationships across housing functions to break down silos and create an integrated service delivery model.
- Regulatory Compliance: Lead transformation activities to meet Housing Regulator standards.
- Change Management: Drive cultural change initiatives to foster a cohesive, forward-thinking housing service that staff embrace and champion.
- Performance Tracking: Develop KPIs and robust reporting mechanisms to monitor and ensure continuous improvement across operations, repairs, and maintenance.
About You:
We're seeking a dynamic leader with a robust background in housing transformation, regulatory compliance, and programme management. The ideal candidate will bring:
- Extensive experience in housing transformation: Proven success in large-scale housing programmes, ideally within local government or housing associations.
- Programme Management Expertise: Strong skills in setting up and leading a PMO, with a focus on governance frameworks that promote clear decision-making and accountability.
- Analytical skills: Experience conducting in-depth reviews and making recommendations to drive improvements based on housing regulations and best practices.
- Change Management Leadership: Skilled at leading cultural and operational change, with a collaborative approach to integrating siloed housing functions.
- In-depth Regulatory Knowledge: Understanding of the housing regulatory environment, with experience ensuring compliance and responding to regulator-identified improvements.
How to Apply:
Ready to be a part of meaningful change in the council's housing services? Submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by Monday 28th October 2024.
Ambient People are committed to equal opportunity employment and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Please let us know if you require any accommodations to support your application process.