Programme Manager - Housing Management

Programme Manager - Housing Management

Are you a Programme Manager - Housing Management? A Local Authority in Berkshire are currently recruiting for a Programme Manager - Housing Management to join their team on a Contract Basis.

Interim Programme Manager - Housing Management Improvement

Location: On-site (minimum 3-4 days per week)

Contract Type: Interim / Contract

Start Date: Immediate

Day Rate: Competitive (please provide expectations)

Overview

Following a successful inspection and the groundwork completed by our previous Programme Manager, we are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead and deliver our Housing Management Improvement Plan. This is a key role focused on achieving a C1 regulatory rating and embedding sustainable change across the service.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of the agreed Housing Management Improvement Plan.
• Drive operational change to meet and exceed regulatory expectations.
• Ensure strong governance, accountability, and adherence to timelines.
• Support and challenge Housing Management teams to deliver measurable improvements.
• Maintain close working relationships with senior leadership, including the CEO, ensuring visibility and progress updates.
• Oversee programme reporting, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide an on-site presence 3-4 days per week in line with executive expectations.

Essential Experience

• Proven experience as a Programme or Change Manager within Housing Management or Social Housing.
• Strong track record in service improvement, regulatory compliance, and performance delivery.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Ability to hold teams to account while fostering a collaborative culture.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on operational capability.

Desirable

• Experience working with the Regulator of Social Housing (RSH) or similar bodies.
• Previous success in improving service ratings or compliance outcomes.

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