Housing Consultant - Public Sector

Freshminds Interim; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy focused on regeneration and transformation is looking for an experienced Consultant or PMO to support housing initiatives under a local authority's transformation program. This hybrid role includes managing projects and engaging with stakeholders, ultimately contributing to community impact. Ideal candidates will have strong consulting backgrounds, particularly in public sector housing delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong consulting experience from a management consultancy.
• Experience in housing delivery or regeneration.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and workstreams simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of housing-related transformation projects.
• Manage multiple workstreams, timelines, KPIs, and reporting.
• Contribute to business case development and project documentation.

Skills

Consulting experience

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Job description

An award-winning boutique management consultancy focused on regeneration and transformation works closely with UK councils to deliver place-based change, from business case development through to implementation.

The consultancy has been appointed as a transformation partner for a local authority. As part of a wider growth phase, they are seeking an experienced Consultant or PMO to join the Housing workstream. The role will support the delivery of council-led housing initiatives, contributing to regeneration and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of housing-related transformation projects
• Manage multiple workstreams, timelines, KPIs, and reporting
• Liaise with internal teams and stakeholders across the council
• Contribute to business case development and project documentation
• Ensure smooth coordination across functions and maintain project momentum

Requirements

• Strong consulting experience from a management consultancy
• Experience in housing delivery or regeneration
• Project/programme management experience
• Public sector experience, ideally within local authorities
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and workstreams simultaneously
• Proficiency in business case writing and data analysis

Details

• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 3 months with potential to extend
• Day Rate: Up to £260 PAYE + 12.07% holiday pay (equivalent to £291.38/day)
• Location: Hybrid, 2-3 days in Central London office with occasional site visits (to be confirmed)