Housing Advice and Options Manager

Job Title: Housing Advice and Options Manager

Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £265pd (DOE)
Contract Type: Full-time, 37hpw | 9am-5:30pm

I'm working with a Council based in Northamptonshire looking for looking for a Housing Advice and Options Manager to lead the delivery of a proactive, customer-focused housing advice and homelessness prevention service within the Public Sector and Government team. This is a vital leadership role, managing multiple teams and driving forward initiatives to reduce homelessness, improve housing outcomes, and minimise the use of temporary accommodation.

In this role, you will:

• Oversee the delivery and performance of homelessness prevention and housing advice services.
• Lead and motivate a team of Housing Team Leaders and specialist officers.
• Manage budgets, performance targets, and service improvements.
• Develop and implement the local Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy.
• Strengthen multi-agency partnerships to deliver effective, person-centred solutions.
• Provide strategic advice on housing and homelessness to senior leadership and partners.

About you:
You'll have a deep understanding of housing and homelessness legislation, proven experience in managing housing services, and a strong record of leading teams to achieve positive outcomes. You'll be confident analysing data, managing budgets, and building partnerships that make a difference in the community.

A relevant housing qualification or equivalent experience is required. Membership of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) is desirable.

If you're passionate about driving change, leading teams, and helping people find sustainable housing solutions, this is the role for you.

Apply now!

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