Senior Housing Enabling Officer - Mid Sussex District Council
Location: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
Salary: £35,412 - £39,862 pa
About the Role:
Mid Sussex District Council is seeking a driven and experienced Senior Housing Enabling Officer to join our team. We are looking for an experienced affordable housing enabler who has a comprehensive understanding of affordable housing provision and delivery.
As the Senior Housing Enabling Officer, you will be responsible for executing a wide range of Housing Enabling functions to support the organisation's goals and objectives. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Nomination agreement negotiation and delivery
- Empty Homes investigations
- Performance/KPI management
- Ensuring compliance with policies and laws
You will work closely with the Principal Housing Enabling Officer to develop and implement relevant policies and procedures, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous relevant experience in a similar role
- Working knowledge of key planning policies (both national and local)
- Personal attributes including integrity, approachability, collaboration, relationship-building skills, and high emotional intelligence
Why Join Us?
Working for Mid Sussex District Council offers a range of benefits, including:
- Generous Pension Scheme: Secure your future with our excellent pension plan.
- Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of working both remotely and in the office.
- Commitment to Learning and Development: We are dedicated to your professional growth and offer numerous opportunities for training and development.
- Wellbeing: We offer an award winning Employee Assistance Programme via Vita Health Group.
- Easit: We offer savings on your daily commute via Easit.
If you are a motivated professional with a background in Affordable Housing and are looking to make a significant impact within local government, we would love to hear from you.
How to apply
Please apply online.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.