Join Powys County Council as Head of Housing
Head of Service 2 (£79,968 - £87,755)
Permanent Contract of Employment – 37 hours per week
Location – Hybrid Working (Contractual Base – Llandrindod Wells)
Lead with purpose. Inspire change. Shape the future of housing in Powys.
Are you a visionary leader ready to make a real difference? Powys County Council is seeking a dynamic, visible, and inspirational Head of Housing to join our newly energised senior leadership team. Together, we're driving forward our ambition to make Powys a Stronger, Fairer, and Greener county.
Reporting directly to the Chief Officer – Place, this pivotal role offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing, fully resourced housing service through a period of exciting transformation and growth. You'll be at the heart of strategic decision-making, supporting councillors, navigating complex financial and political landscapes, and ensuring robust governance and compliance.
What You'll Lead:
* Housing strategy, including housing markets
* Improving housing standards across all tenures
* Housing development, including a major and growing Council-house building programme
* Management of the Council's housing portfolio, including tenancy and estate management and repairs and maintenance
* Homelessness strategy and services
* Resettlement services
* Housing compliance and quality assurance
* Financial strategy and responsibility for the Housing Revenue Account and Housing General Fund
* Gypsy and traveller sites
What We're Looking For:
We're seeking a resilient and forward-thinking leader with a proven track record in transformation, team leadership, and strategic housing delivery. You'll bring:
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Strategic insight and operational agility
* A solution-focused mindset with sound judgement
* Experience in driving improvement and delivering results
* Integrity, professionalism, and the ability to inspire and motivate
This is a rare opportunity to inherit a well-regarded, high-performing team, following the planned retirement of the current Head of Housing. With a successful restructure in 2021 and the integration of facilities management in 2022, our service is primed for continued success.
Why Powys?
Powys is a stunning place to live and work – rich in culture, natural beauty, and community spirit. From the Hay and Green Man festivals to the Royal Welsh Show, our county is alive with energy and pride.
We offer:
* A flexible working model, including home working, regular working at the Council's Area Housing Offices across Powys and at County Hall, Llandrindod Wells
* A competitive salary and benefits package
* Generous annual leave
* Professional development opportunities
* A relocation package for the right candidate
* A supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive
Ready to lead the future of housing in Powys?
This position has a requirement for a Standard DBS Check.
Timetable
* Closing date: 26/09/ noon
* Shortlisting: 07/10/2025
* Interviews: 28/10/2025
To find out more and to apply visit - Join our Leadership Team - Powys County Council -
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £79,968.00-£87,755.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discount
* On-site parking
* Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Llandrindod Wells LD1 5LG