Job Description
Interim Assistant Director – Housing Standards
Location: London | Sector: London Local Authority
Day Rate: £700–£750 (Umbrella) | Hybrid Working
Immediate Interviews
Expected Start: Late November / Early December
A forward-thinking, proactive London local authority is seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to drive improvements across all housing tenures, including council homes, Housing Association stock, and the private rented sector. With the private rented sector now the largest form of housing locally, this pivotal role offers the chance to deliver tangible improvements for residents and ensure high-quality, safe, and well-managed homes across the borough. As Assistant Director you will be a key member of the Housing Department Management Team, shaping service improvement initiatives, monitoring delivery, and ensuring compliance with new legislation such as the Renters Rights Act and the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024.
Overview
As Assistant Director of Housing Standards, you will:
1. Lead borough-wide initiatives to improve housing standards in private rented accommodation, including properties managed by Registered Providers such as Housing Associations
2. Strengthen relationships with Housing Associations where tenants have c...