Head of Rent Strategy & Administration (Hybrid)

Sovereign Housing Association Limited; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association is seeking a Head of Rent Setting and Administration to oversee financial and administrative activities related to rents. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, a detailed understanding of housing finance, and experience managing a specialized finance team. This role is pivotal for ensuring compliance and strategic planning. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Basingstoke or Wembley along with a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Matched pension scheme up to 12%

Private medical insurance options

Wellbeing discounts including gym memberships

Qualifications

• Previous experience in senior management role within social housing rent setting.
• Detailed understanding of the intricacies of rents and housing finance.
• Track record of delivering business and cultural change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Rent Setting and Administration team.
• Manage rent setting processes and audits.
• Develop and maintain financial control frameworks.
• Support strategic planning aligned with rent setting.
• Produce rent reports for decision making.

Skills

Leadership skills

Effective communication

Analytical skills

Knowledge of housing finance

Experience in partnership with external organizations

Job description

A leading housing association is seeking a Head of Rent Setting and Administration to oversee financial and administrative activities related to rents. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and communication skills, a detailed understanding of housing finance, and experience managing a specialized finance team. This role is pivotal for ensuring compliance and strategic planning. The position offers a hybrid work model based in Basingstoke or Wembley along with a competitive benefits package.