Director – Housing Services

Redbridge London Borough Council; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Redbridge London Borough Council as a Director of Housing Services to lead transformative housing initiatives in one of London's most ambitious boroughs. Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in housing, strong leadership qualities, and the ability to navigate complex legislative frameworks.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in housing services at senior level.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and local authority challenges.
• Experience in transforming housing portfolios.

Responsibilities

• Lead housing services and ensure statutory compliance.
• Drive down demand for temporary accommodation.
• Advise on housing strategy and improve service delivery partners.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

Political Astuteness

Community Engagement

Job description

Are you ready to lead transformative housing services in one of London’s most ambitious and diverse boroughs?

Redbridge Council is seeking a Director – Housing Services to shape and deliver a bold housing vision that meets the needs of a growing population, supports community wellbeing, and drives sustainable growth. This is a pivotal leadership role, offering the opportunity to make a lasting impact across housing needs, homelessness, landlord services, and asset management.

About the Role

As the Council’s most senior housing professional, you will lead a broad portfolio of services including Housing Needs, Homelessness, HRA landlord functions, and asset management. Reporting to the Executive Director of Place, you will play a key role in delivering Redbridge’s strategic ambitions through high-performing, customer-focused services.

You will be accountable for:

• Leading the strategic direction and operational delivery of housing services across the borough.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory housing duties and regulatory frameworks, including the Social Housing Regulator.
• Driving down demand for temporary accommodation through early intervention and prevention.
• Overseeing significant improvement programmes and ensuring high-quality, efficient delivery.
• Advising Members and helping to shape housing strategy aligned with Redbridge’s Corporate Strategy.
• Ensuring all landlord functions are delivered in a effective and efficient manner and working in partnership with tenants and tenants’ organisations.
• Building strong partnerships with developers, housing providers, and community organisations.
• Ensuring housing services contribute to wider goals including climate action, community cohesion, and economic growth.

This is a role with real breadth and influence—supporting vibrant neighbourhoods, improving housing quality, and ensuring Redbridge remains a fantastic place to live, work and thrive.

About You

We are looking for a visionary housing leader with:

• A successful track record at a senior level in housing services within a large, complex organisation.
• Deep understanding of housing legislation, policy, and the challenges facing local authorities.
• Experience leading transformation and delivering improved outcomes across housing portfolios.
• Political astuteness and the ability to work effectively with Members and stakeholders.
• A collaborative, inclusive leadership style and commitment to community engagement.
• Strong financial and performance management skills, with a focus on value and impact.

Join us and be part of a leadership team that is passionate about delivering for Redbridge’s communities.

For more information and to apply, please visit: https://redbridgenextlevel.co.uk/

For a confidential discussion, please contact our retained consultants at Penna:

• Bruna Varante on 07858 306725 or email:[e-mail]
• Mark Baldwinson on 07764 698139 or email: [e-mail]

Recruitment Timeline:
Closing Date: 30 June

To apply please click theApply Nowlink below.