Head Of Homelessness And Allocations (Perm)

Adecco; Croydon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in South London is looking for a Head of Homelessness and Allocations to lead and transform housing services. This senior role requires expertise in managing homelessness prevention and allocation of social housing. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a proven track record in housing management within local authorities. You will be responsible for driving service improvements while ensuring compliance with legal frameworks. This office-based position will require a minimum of 3 days on-site each week.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior housing management within a local authority or similar complex organisation.
• Expertise in homelessness prevention, housing options, and allocations.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent knowledge of housing legislation, policy, and financial management.
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high‑performing teams to deliver statutory housing duties.
• Drive service improvements and transformation projects within budget.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet housing targets.
• Ensure robust performance management and compliance with governance frameworks.
• Represent the authority in strategic partnerships and community engagement.

Job description

Are you an experienced housing professional with a passion for tackling homelessness and delivering high-quality housing services? A South London local authority is seeking a Head of Homelessness and Allocations to lead and transform its housing needs and homelessness services.

About the Role

This is a senior leadership position with a strong hands‑on element. You will be the strategic lead for homelessness prevention, housing register assessments, rough sleeping initiatives, and the allocation of social housing. The role involves managing complex statutory responsibilities, driving service transformation, and ensuring compliance with legal and policy frameworks.

You will oversee:

• Homelessness triage, prevention, and relief services
• Single homelessness and rough sleeping strategies
• Housing register assessments and social housing allocations
• Temporary accommodation strategy and quality assurance

Working Arrangements

This is an office‑based role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week on‑site, with the likelihood of up to 5 days. Flexibility is essential as evening work will be required to attend meetings and community events.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop high‑performing teams to deliver statutory housing duties
• Drive service improvements and transformation projects within budget
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet housing targets
• Ensure robust performance management and compliance with governance frameworks
• Represent the authority in strategic partnerships and community engagement

What We're Looking For

• Proven track record in senior housing management within a local authority or similar complex organisation
• Expertise in homelessness prevention, housing options, and allocations
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent knowledge of housing legislation, policy, and financial management
• Ability to work collaboratively and influence at all levels

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco.