Assistant Director – Homes & Neighbourhoods

About the role We are currently recruiting an Assistant Director of Homes and Neighbourhoods to join the team leading the housing landlord tenancy management service and neighbourhoods, ensuring agreed service plans and performance targets are delivered and that a culture of putting our residents first and continuous service improvement is maintained. The purpose of the role includes: As a member of the council’s wider senior leadership team, contributing positively to the leadership of Hillingdon Council. You will play a pivotal role in supporting and leading a number of teams with responsibility for all aspects of managing the Council's housing portfolio. Working collaboratively with Members, services within the council, partners and stakeholders you will deliver the council's objectives and priorities. Key to the management offer is leading the development and sustainment of integrated approaches to ensure compliance with tenancy and lease obligations and the best possible outcomes for residents. Shape and strategically lead a progressive service offer for the management of the Council's housing portfolio across a wide range of tenures encompassing tenants, leaseholders, shared owners and residents occupying temporary forms of accommodation. To drive positive cultural change within the service, promoting empowerment of staff to achieve their full potential through the council values and behaviours. Providing strong leadership from a strategic and operational perspective to modernise services through a digital offer, develop staff and make an effective contribution to objectives linking people, property and places. Full details of the roles and responsibilities, along with the person specification are detailed in the attached job description. About us We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development. Work Life Balance Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life. 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff. Generous Holiday Entitlement – You will receive a minimum of 26 days annual leave each year, in addition to bank holidays. This entitlement increases to a maximum 37 days after 10 years of service. Health & Wellbeing Hillingdon Sport Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough. Cycle Purchase Scheme – Promote eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. Discount on Golf Fees – Enjoy up to 30% discounts on green fees at council owned golf courses. Financial Benefits – Secure your future with access to the Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union. Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits. Eye Care – We contribute towards eye tests and lenses for Display Screen Equipment. Mental Health Support – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Support and Counselling Services – Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family. Commute with Ease Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre. Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly. The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities. Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success. Additional Information Due to an expected high volume of applications, we could close this role early, we therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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