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Adecco is seeking an experienced and dynamic leader to drive forward our Local Authority client's Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy. This pivotal role will lead on resetting the partnership relationship between the Council and voluntary sector partners, ensuring collaborative and joined-up working to deliver meaningful outcomes for our residents.
As Strategic Lead, you will have management responsibilities and oversee a portfolio of transformation projects aimed at preventing homelessness, reducing temporary accommodation usage, and improving housing services. You will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to design and implement customer-focused services that make a real difference.
- Strategic Lead - Housing Needs, Private Sector Housing & Partnership (Interim)
- Public Sector - Local Authority
- Temporary Role - 3 to 6 months
- Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
- Hybrid Working - 3 days per week in office, 2 days remote
- 650 per day Umbrella
- ASAP Start
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of Croydon's Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy through strong partnership working.
- Reset and strengthen relationships with voluntary sector partners to achieve shared goals.
- Manage and develop staff teams, ensuring high performance and compliance with Council policies.
- Oversee transformation projects including supported housing re-procurement and temporary accommodation reduction.
- Drive service improvements through innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based decision-making.
- Ensure robust financial management and deliver services within agreed budgets.
About You
We are looking for a strategic thinker and strong leader with:
- Extensive experience in senior management within housing or related services.
- A proven track record of delivering complex projects and achieving service outcomes.
- Excellent partnership-building skills and the ability to influence at all levels.
- Knowledge of homelessness legislation, housing policy, and local government frameworks.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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