Housing Systems Consultant

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Ashford; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for an Interim Housing Systems Consultant to assist in implementing new digital systems within their Housing Service. This role offers an excellent opportunity for experienced individuals to make impactful changes while working collaboratively with different departments and external partners during a critical transition phase. Candidates should have proven knowledge of MRI or Orchard systems and a strong background in housing operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with MRI and/or Orchard Housing Systems.
• Strong understanding of housing operations and digital system implementation.
• Experience working within a local authority or housing provider.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the rollout of housing systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants.
• Deliver training and create user guides to support staff adoption.

Skills

Communication

Project Support

Integration Knowledge

Housing Operations

Tools

MRI Customer Central

Orchard Housing Systems

Agora

Mitel/Talkative

Job description

Interim Housing Systems Consultant – £500/day –Ashford
Contract: 2 Months (Possible Extension to 3) | Inside IR35 | Full-Time
We’re working with aclient who is seeking an experienced Housing Systems Consultant to support the delivery and optimisation of new digital systems within their Housing Service.
This short-term contract offers the opportunity to drive meaningful change during a critical implementation phase, working across departments and alongside external consultants.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the rollout of housing systems including MRI Customer Central, Agora, Self-Appointed Repairs, and Mitel/Talkative.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external consultants at MRI to ensure smooth integration and functionality.
• Provide expert insight on MRI and Orchard systems, supporting development and enhancement activities.
• Deliver training and create user guides to support staff adoption.
• Maintain compliance with data protection and contribute to a high standard of service delivery.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience with MRI and/or Orchard Housing Systems.
• Strong understanding of housing operations and digital system implementation.
• Experience working within a local authority or housing provider.
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Background in project support or project management within housing IT.

Day Rate:
£500 per day (Inside IR35)
Location:
Hybrid working – with occasional travel to the South East.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a housing systems expert to make an immediate impact in a short time frame.
To apply or find out more, contact:
George Westhead

01772 208 966

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