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Head of Revenue and Benefits

4M Recruitment

Swindon

Hybrid

GBP 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

A leading organisation in Swindon is seeking a Head of Revenue and Benefits for an initial 4-month contract. The ideal candidate will possess extensive leadership experience and strong expertise in managing key services such as Council Tax and Housing Benefits, ensuring strategic goals are met while supporting community financial inclusion.

Qualifications

  • Proven senior leadership experience in Revenues and Benefits.
  • Substantial experience at a senior level.
  • Deep understanding of statutory obligations.

Responsibilities

  • Acting as the technical lead on Revenues and Benefits.
  • Managing the collection of over £300 million in income.
  • Leading a team of senior managers across various functions.

Skills

Leadership
Contract Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Policy Development
Operational Excellence

Education

IRRV Qualification

Job description

Our client is currently recruiting for a Head of Revenue and Benefits on an initial 4 month contract

Head of Revenue and Benefits
Swindon - Hybrid - 2 days in the office
£500 per day inside IR35

Are you a strategic leader with deep expertise in Revenues and Benefits? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-impact environment, managing major budgets, contractors, and statutory responsibilities?

We re looking for an exceptional Head of Revenue and Benefits to lead our high-performing team across Council Tax, Business Rates, and Housing Benefits. This pivotal leadership role will shape policy, drive performance, and ensure that residents remain at the heart of everything we do.

What You ll Be Responsible For:

  • Acting as the clients technical lead on all matters related to Revenues and Benefits.
  • Leading and managing key contracts and partnerships to deliver high-quality services.
  • Managing the collection of over £300 million in income and ensuring £40 million in Housing Benefits are accurately paid and recovered through subsidy.
  • Overseeing strategic service delivery and budget management across the function.
  • Working directly with elected members, MPs, community groups, and senior stakeholders to deliver on our anti-poverty and financial inclusion goals.
  • Leading a team of senior managers across Revenue, Benefits, Invoicing, and Credit Control.

What We re Looking For:
  • Proven senior leadership experience in Revenues and Benefits
  • An IRRV qualification or substantial experience at a senior level
  • Strong expertise in contract management, policy development, and stakeholder engagement
  • Deep understanding of statutory obligations, government returns, and performance frameworks
  • Ability to balance operational excellence with strategic vision

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation on an initial 4 month contract with potential for contract extension.
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