Operations Manager, Housing Management & Income Recovery (Grade M)

London

Management

Contract

01-02-2026

31-10-2026

London Borough of Tower Hamlets


£neg


This is a pivotal position within our Housing Options Service, responsible for the development, procurement, and management of our temporary accommodation portfolio. You will ensure a sufficient supply, efficient allocation, and robust management of accommodation to prevent and relieve homelessness, strictly in line with statutory requirements and best practice. This role is crucial in guiding the Council’s housing management and income recovery functions during significant changes. This includes leading on temporary accommodation strategy and income collection performance, while embedding responses to legislative reform, ombudsman standards, and judicial scrutiny. As Operations Manager, you will lead and develop a high-performing team, set ambitious objectives, and drive continuous improvement. You will be accountable for financial performance, strategic improvement, and the delivery of outstanding customer service standards. The role also involves partnership working across boundaries, representing the service internally and externally, and ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and council policies.

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