Strategic Housing Lead (12-month FTC)
| Posting date: | 03 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £60,638.00 to £67,559.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 September 2025 |
| Location: | Maldon, Essex |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 4 days per week |
| Company: | Maldon District Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | MDC001892 |
Summary
Strategic Housing Lead (12-month FTC)
Reference: MDC001892
Salary: Grade K £60,638 - £67,559 per annum
Hours: 37
Location: This role provides remote and flexible working as well as working within the Council Offices, subject to business need.
Closing Date: Friday, 19th September 2025
Description
Maldon District Council is seeking to employ a dynamic and experienced senior housing professional to produce a new, fit-for-purpose Housing Strategy and suite of supporting documents on behalf of Housing Services.
The post holder will work alongside a multi-skilled team of housing specialists, elected members and partners, taking a collaborative and data driven approach to document production. It is important to have a thorough working knowledge of housing services underpinned by significant experience in this profession. This is a rewarding role and would suit a self-motivated individual with a keen interest and attention to detail.
About this role
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Rewriting the Housing Strategy:
• Ensure alignment with the Local Development Plan (LDP) and Local Housing Needs Assessment (LHNA)
• Engage with all relevant stakeholders to inform priorities and outcomes for Maldon District Council (MDC) over the next 5 years
• Embed cross-cutting priorities such as sustainability, health and wellbeing, and housing for vulnerable groups
• Deliver a forward-looking, evidence-based strategy with measurable outcomes
Reviewing and Updating the Allocations Policy:
• Ensure legal compliance and fairness
• Reflect current local need and operational effectiveness
• Engage partners (e.g. registered providers) and service users in shaping reforms
Integrating Housing and Planning Functions:
• Build stronger joint working processes with Planning Policy and Development Management
• Use housing evidence base to influence planning decisions and local plan delivery
• Contribute to affordable housing negotiations and viability assessments
Reviewing and Developing the Following Housing Policies and Procedures:
• Temporary accommodation policy
• Homelessness prevention and relief protocols
• Tenancy strategy and housing-related support
Leading Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Sector Collaboration:
• Work with Essex-wide partnerships (e.g. HDRC on “healthy homes”)
• Strengthen relationships with registered providers, developers, and voluntary sector
• Represent MDC in county and sub-regional housing forums
Contributing to Corporate Priorities and Strategic Projects:
• Support initiatives by aligning the Housing Strategy with place-making ambitions
• Provide housing input into climate change and sustainability plans
• Help shape digital transformation and data integration in housing services
For an informal discussion about this position
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Hannah Wheatley on 01621 732646 or email hannah.wheatley@maldon.gov.uk
Reference: MDC001892
Salary: Grade K £60,638 - £67,559 per annum
Hours: 37
Location: This role provides remote and flexible working as well as working within the Council Offices, subject to business need.
Closing Date: Friday, 19th September 2025
Description
Maldon District Council is seeking to employ a dynamic and experienced senior housing professional to produce a new, fit-for-purpose Housing Strategy and suite of supporting documents on behalf of Housing Services.
The post holder will work alongside a multi-skilled team of housing specialists, elected members and partners, taking a collaborative and data driven approach to document production. It is important to have a thorough working knowledge of housing services underpinned by significant experience in this profession. This is a rewarding role and would suit a self-motivated individual with a keen interest and attention to detail.
About this role
Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Rewriting the Housing Strategy:
• Ensure alignment with the Local Development Plan (LDP) and Local Housing Needs Assessment (LHNA)
• Engage with all relevant stakeholders to inform priorities and outcomes for Maldon District Council (MDC) over the next 5 years
• Embed cross-cutting priorities such as sustainability, health and wellbeing, and housing for vulnerable groups
• Deliver a forward-looking, evidence-based strategy with measurable outcomes
Reviewing and Updating the Allocations Policy:
• Ensure legal compliance and fairness
• Reflect current local need and operational effectiveness
• Engage partners (e.g. registered providers) and service users in shaping reforms
Integrating Housing and Planning Functions:
• Build stronger joint working processes with Planning Policy and Development Management
• Use housing evidence base to influence planning decisions and local plan delivery
• Contribute to affordable housing negotiations and viability assessments
Reviewing and Developing the Following Housing Policies and Procedures:
• Temporary accommodation policy
• Homelessness prevention and relief protocols
• Tenancy strategy and housing-related support
Leading Stakeholder Engagement and Cross-Sector Collaboration:
• Work with Essex-wide partnerships (e.g. HDRC on “healthy homes”)
• Strengthen relationships with registered providers, developers, and voluntary sector
• Represent MDC in county and sub-regional housing forums
Contributing to Corporate Priorities and Strategic Projects:
• Support initiatives by aligning the Housing Strategy with place-making ambitions
• Provide housing input into climate change and sustainability plans
• Help shape digital transformation and data integration in housing services
For an informal discussion about this position
For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Hannah Wheatley on 01621 732646 or email hannah.wheatley@maldon.gov.uk
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