Your Company:
A regional services organisation is seeking an Area Housing Manager to join their Housing Services function on a full-time, permanent basis. This role operates on an agile working model across Dorset and will support a varied property portfolio across multiple locations.

Your Role and Responsibilities
While in this position your duties may include but are not limited to:

• Leading a team responsible for tenancy, income, allocations, voids, and estate management across general needs, supported housing, and intensive accommodation
• Coaching, mentoring, and performance managing staff to ensure high-quality, customer-focused service delivery
• Working closely with customers, partners, and key stakeholders to provide person-centred housing solutions
• Driving continuous improvement, service innovation, and operational effectiveness across multiple sites
• Ensuring services comply with regulatory requirements, safeguarding expectations, and value-for-money objectives
• Championing strong governance, risk management, and compliance standards
• Managing stakeholder relationships, including contractors, local authorities, and community partners
• Supporting strategic housing initiatives aligned with organisational goals and social impact priorities
• Ensuring safeguarding practices are embedded across all operations, following robust recruitment and compliance procedures

What you will need to Apply:
Please apply ONLY if you meet the following criteria:

• Strong experience in housing or property management across tenancy, income, estates, and allocations
• Proven leadership capability with experience in coaching and developing teams
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while delivering efficient, customer-focused services
• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset with resilience and strong problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of safeguarding standards and compliance requirements, with a commitment to robust recruitment practices

Applicants should be comfortable working across multiple sites and operating within a role that requires both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery.

What You Will Get in Return:
This organisation manages a substantial and varied property portfolio across the region and continues to expand its service offering. The position has arisen due to increased operational needs and represents a key leadership role within the housing services function. The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary alongside a benefits package that includes holiday entitlement, wellbeing initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a high-performing operational team and drive service excellence across a multi-site environment.

To enquire further about this great opportunity, don't hesitate to get in touch with our specialist recruiter:

Lynsey Franklin - Talent Acquisition Specialist

M: 07955 275703
E: lfranklin@netrecruit.com

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