Interim Assistant Director of Housing Options (London)

An exciting opportunity has emerged for an Assistant Director of Housing Options to join one of Adecco's key London Local Authority clients in a full time (5 days each week, Monday to Friday) interim role. Please note, this role is hybrid working where a strong office presence is required.

Reporting directly into the Strategic Director of Housing, this role sits within our client's homelessness department and falls inside of IR35.

About the Role:
As the Assistant Director of Housing Options, you will play a crucial role in shaping housing initiatives and preventing homelessness across the borough. You will lead with vision and purpose, working closely with a variety of services and partners to ensure residents find stable homes. Your innovative approach will drive improvements and foster collaboration across departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide exemplary operational leadership to ensure effective service delivery and support the council's strategic objectives.
Champion transformation initiatives to modernise and enhance housing services.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to improve resident experiences and satisfaction.
Lead initiatives that empower residents to engage actively in their communities.
Manage operational planning and financial performance, ensuring robust governance and risk management.
Develop partnerships with local authorities and organisations to maximise resource efficiency and support council goals.
Act as an advisor to senior leadership, offering insights into policy and service issues related to homelessness and housing strategy.What We're Looking For:
To be successful in this role, you should possess:

Experience of delivering improvements in services within a similar environment (ideally Local Government).
Strong leadership skills that inspire trust and motivate teams.
The ability to navigate complex political landscapes while fostering collaboration.
Excellent analytical and communication skills to engage diverse audiences effectively.
A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery and employment.Qualifications:

Educated to degree level or equivalent.
Evidence of continual professional development
Experience in managing teams at a senior level and leading successful change programmes.
If you possess a proven track record of providing an exemplary operational leadership within a homelessness department, and can start at short notice (1 month maximum) then please do apply online