Assistant Director - Housing

Interim Assistant Director - Housing

Location: South Yorkshire

Contract: Interim/ongoing

Pay: £650-750 per day Negotiable

Our client, a local authority in South Yorkshire, is seeking an experienced Assistant Director - Housing to lead a high-performing housing service that manages over 20,000 council homes and is delivering an ambitious housing growth programme.

The Role

This is a strategic and operational leadership position, responsible for housing growth, regulatory compliance, repairs, service transformation, and investment in net-zero housing initiatives. The postholder will report directly to the Strategic Director, providing expert housing advice and supporting political decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead housing service transformation and ensure the council is prepared for regulatory compliance.

• Oversee repairs, investment, and housing growth to deliver high-quality homes for residents.

• Drive net-zero housing initiatives, aligning with sustainability goals.

• Strengthen partnerships with private, community, and voluntary sectors and contribute to housing objectives.

• Provide strategic leadership to housing teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

• Deliver high-level briefings and housing advice to senior political stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making.

• Negotiate and influence at senior levels to develop effective partnerships and drive forward key housing priorities.

About You

• Chartered Institute of Housing - Chartered Member or equivalent.

• Significant strategic leadership experience within housing, ideally in a local authority or public sector setting.

• Proven track record in managing change and service transformation.

• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and influencing skills.

• Experience delivering housing growth, regulatory compliance, and sustainability-focused investment.

How to Apply

If you're interested in applying, please apply now with your CV and contact Joe O'Halloran at Spencer Clarke Group on .