Job Description Who You Are You are a highly experienced professional in the housing and homelessness sector, capable of providing expert advice and handling complex cases. You possess a strong understanding of housing legislation and policies, and you are proactive in your approach to leadership and management within the service. You are committed to improving service delivery and have the capability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders to achieve housing solutions for residents. As a visible leader, you are adept at managing projects, implementing strategies, and representing the service in high-profile situations. What the Job Involves The Senior Housing Options and Homeless Prevention Officer provides expert advice and undertakes complex casework, representing the Local Authority. The role involves leading service delivery for housing options advice, homelessness prevention, and statutory assessments. You will manage project teams, monitor performance, and lead strategic improvement initiatives. The officer actively contributes to frontline service delivery, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, and leads on working with social care services to secure accommodations. The role includes managing budgets, overseeing Service Level Agreements, and engaging with external partners to meet strategic goals in homeless prevention and housing allocations. Skills Extensive knowledge of housing legislation and policy Strong leadership and project management capabilities Effective communication and negotiation skills Ability to manage complex cases and budgets Experience in casework management and independent reviews Capacity to develop strategic plans and service improvements Proficient in using performance information for service delivery