THIS IS A STRATEGIC ROLE - NOT OPERATIONAL

We are seeking an exceptional Director of Housing Standards, Assets & Investment to lead one of the most complex and high-profile housing portfolios in local government. This is a senior interim, strategic leadership role focused on shaping direction, driving improvement, and ensuring long-term sustainability across housing standards, asset management, compliance and investment.

The Role

Reporting to the Executive Director of Housing & Commercial Partnerships, you will sit on the Housing Leadership Team and act as a key driver of resident-focused change. You will provide strategic leadership to a directorate of 160+ staff (up to 7 direct reports) and oversee significant revenue and capital investment programmes impacting 22,000 council homes.

What We're Looking For

• Proven senior leadership experience in local government or complex organisations
• Strong background in housing, property, asset management or the built environment
• Experience leading large, multi-disciplinary services and budgets
• Deep knowledge of housing regulation, building safety and compliance
• Track record of service transformation and measurable improvement
• Politically astute, with experience working with elected Members
• Inclusive, resident-focused leader with a compassionate approach

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of housing standards, assets and investment
• Lead on building safety, fire safety, regulation and statutory compliance
• Own the housing asset strategy, investment planning and major works programmes
• Oversee repairs, remedial works, M&E services, and damp & mould remediation at a strategic level
• Lead temporary accommodation property management and supply strategy